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Effective Date: January 2025

Privacy Policy – How 98jl Protects Your Personal Data

Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information 98jl collects, how we use it, who we share it with, and how you can exercise your rights as a data subject under Philippine law.

This policy applies to all users of the 98jl platform at 98jl.best, including anyone who registers an account, makes a deposit, plays games, or contacts our support team.

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At 98jl, protecting your personal information is as important as delivering a great gaming experience.

How 98jl Handles Your Data

Six core commitments we make to every Filipino player on the platform.

Data Minimisation

98jl only collects personal information that is genuinely necessary for account management, payment processing, and regulatory compliance. We do not gather data "just in case" — every piece of information we hold has a clear, stated purpose.

Encrypted Storage

All personal data stored by 98jl is protected using industry-standard encryption. Payment details are never stored in plain text. Access to databases containing player information is restricted to authorised personnel only and logged for audit purposes.

No Data Selling

98jl does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Your data stays within the 98jl ecosystem and is only shared with external parties when legally required or strictly necessary for service delivery.

Philippine Law Compliance

This Privacy Policy is written in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and the implementing rules of the National Privacy Commission. Your rights as a Filipino data subject are fully recognised and enforceable.

Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that may affect your personal information, 98jl is committed to notifying affected players and the National Privacy Commission within the timeframes required by Philippine law.

You Control Your Preferences

You can update your marketing preferences, request a copy of your data, or ask for deletion at any time through your account settings or by contacting our support team. We make it easy — no complicated processes, no unnecessary delays.

Contents

1. Who We Are

98jl ("we", "us", "our") is the operator of the online gaming platform accessible at 98jl.best. We are the data controller responsible for the personal information you provide when using our services. This means we determine the purposes and means by which your personal data is processed.

We take our responsibilities under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) seriously. If you have any questions about how 98jl handles personal data, you can reach our Data Protection Officer at support@98jl.best.

Quick summary: 98jl is the organisation responsible for protecting your personal data when you play on our platform. This policy tells you exactly what we do with that data.

2. Data We Collect

When you interact with 98jl, we may collect the following categories of personal information:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Registration data: Full legal name, date of birth, mobile number, email address, and username
  • Identity verification documents: Government-issued ID (e.g., PhilSys ID, passport, driver's licence, UMID), selfie photographs where required
  • Payment information: GCash or Maya account numbers, bank account details, e-wallet identifiers — we do not store full card numbers
  • Communications: Messages sent to our support team, complaint submissions, and feedback forms

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device and technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device model, and screen resolution
  • Usage data: Pages visited, games played, session duration, bet history, deposit and withdrawal history
  • Location data: General geographic location inferred from IP address (not precise GPS location)
  • Cookies and similar technologies: Session cookies, preference cookies, and analytics trackers (see Section 6)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

In some cases, 98jl may receive information about you from third-party identity verification providers or payment processors as part of our fraud prevention and regulatory compliance obligations. We do not purchase data from data brokers.

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98jl serves players all across the Philippines — from Metro Manila to the islands of Palawan.

3. How We Use Your Data

98jl uses the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

Purpose Examples
Account management Creating your account, verifying your identity, managing login credentials
Service delivery Processing deposits and withdrawals, crediting winnings, applying bonuses
Regulatory compliance Age verification, anti-money laundering checks, reporting to gaming regulators
Fraud prevention Detecting duplicate accounts, unusual transaction patterns, and suspicious activity
Customer support Responding to queries, resolving disputes, processing complaints
Responsible gaming Monitoring for problem gambling indicators, enforcing self-exclusion requests
Marketing Sending you promotions and bonus offers — only with your consent, and you can opt out anytime
Platform improvement Analysing usage patterns to improve game performance and user experience

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, 98jl processes your personal data on the following legal grounds:

  • Contract performance: Processing necessary to provide the services you've signed up for — account management, payments, game access
  • Legal obligation: Processing required to comply with Philippine gaming regulations, AML laws, and tax reporting requirements
  • Legitimate interests: Fraud detection, security monitoring, and platform improvement where our interests do not override your privacy rights
  • Consent: Marketing communications and non-essential cookies — you can withdraw consent at any time

Note: Where we rely on consent as our legal basis, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing that took place before withdrawal.

5. Who We Share Your Data With

98jl does not sell your personal data. We may share it with the following categories of recipients only where necessary and with appropriate safeguards in place:

  • Payment processors: GCash, Maya, GrabPay, and banking partners that facilitate your deposits and withdrawals — they receive only the minimum data required to process your transaction
  • Identity verification providers: Third-party KYC (Know Your Customer) service providers that help us verify your identity and age
  • Fraud detection services: Specialised technology providers that analyse transaction patterns for suspicious activity
  • Gaming software providers: Game developers and live casino operators who power specific games on the 98jl platform — they may process anonymised gameplay data
  • Regulatory authorities: The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), and National Privacy Commission when legally required
  • Professional advisers: Legal, accounting, and auditing firms bound by confidentiality obligations

All third parties with whom we share personal data are contractually required to handle it in accordance with applicable Philippine data protection law and this Privacy Policy.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

98jl uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to make the platform function properly and to understand how players use it. Here is a breakdown of the types we use:

6.1 Essential Cookies

These are required for the platform to function. They manage your login session, keep you authenticated between pages, and remember your language preferences. You cannot opt out of essential cookies without severely impacting platform functionality.

6.2 Analytics Cookies

We use anonymised analytics data to understand which games are most popular, where players drop off during registration, and how the mobile experience compares to desktop. This helps us improve the platform. Analytics cookies can be disabled without affecting your ability to play.

6.3 Marketing Cookies

If you have consented to marketing communications, we may use cookies to measure the effectiveness of promotions. These cookies can be managed through your account preferences or browser settings.

Managing cookies: You can control cookie settings through your browser at any time. Blocking all cookies may prevent certain platform features from working correctly. For questions about specific cookies used by 98jl, contact our support team.

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98jl brings online entertainment to Filipinos from Davao to Manila and everywhere in between.

7. Data Retention

98jl retains personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, subject to any longer retention periods required by law.

  • Active account data: Retained for the duration of your account's active status plus a minimum of 5 years after closure, in line with Philippine AML and gaming regulatory requirements
  • Transaction records: Maintained for a minimum of 5 years from the date of each transaction
  • Identity verification documents: Retained for the period required by applicable law, typically 5 years from account closure
  • Support communications: Kept for up to 3 years to support dispute resolution and service quality review
  • Marketing consent records: Retained for as long as you hold an account or until you withdraw consent
  • Analytics data: Stored in aggregated, anonymised form indefinitely for platform improvement purposes

When data is no longer required, 98jl will securely delete or anonymise it in accordance with industry best practices.

8. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data held by 98jl:

1
Right to be Informed

You have the right to know what personal data we collect and how it is used — which is exactly what this Privacy Policy explains.

2
Right to Access

You can request a copy of the personal data 98jl holds about you at any time. We will respond within 15 business days.

3
Right to Correction

If any personal data we hold is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request a correction.

4
Right to Erasure

You may request deletion of your personal data where there is no longer a lawful basis for us to retain it — subject to legal retention obligations.

5
Right to Object

You can object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes at any time. Simply update your preferences in your account settings.

6
Right to Data Portability

You may request a machine-readable copy of the personal data you provided to 98jl, where technically feasible.

7
Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines.

8
Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the legality of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, contact our Data Protection Officer at support@98jl.best with the subject line "Data Subject Request". We will acknowledge your request within 3 business days and respond in full within 15 business days.

9. Children's Privacy

98jl is strictly an adult gaming platform. We do not knowingly collect, process, or retain personal data from individuals under the age of 21. Registration on 98jl requires confirmation that the user is at least 21 years old, and identity verification is used to enforce this requirement.

If we become aware that personal data has been collected from an individual under 21 without appropriate verification, we will take immediate steps to delete that data, close the associated account, and return any remaining balance after completing the required checks.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a minor may have registered on 98jl, please contact us immediately at support@98jl.best.

10. Security Measures

98jl implements a range of technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, alteration, or disclosure:

  • SSL/TLS encryption: All data transmitted between your device and 98jl is encrypted using TLS 1.2 or higher
  • Encrypted data storage: Sensitive data at rest is stored using AES-256 encryption
  • Access controls: Role-based access ensures that only authorised staff can access specific categories of data, on a need-to-know basis
  • Two-factor authentication: Available for all player accounts as an added layer of login security
  • Regular security audits: Independent security assessments are conducted regularly to identify and address vulnerabilities
  • Staff training: All 98jl personnel with access to player data receive regular training on data protection obligations and incident response procedures

Your role in security: Please use a strong, unique password for your 98jl account and never share your login credentials with anyone. If you suspect unauthorised access, contact our support team immediately and change your password right away.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

98jl may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, technology, legal requirements, or internal practices. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page
  • Display a notice within the platform for a period of at least 30 days following the update
  • Send an email notification to registered players where the changes materially affect how we process their personal data

Your continued use of 98jl after the effective date of any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically so you are always aware of how your information is being handled.

If you disagree with any changes to this Privacy Policy, you may close your account by contacting our support team. Closing your account does not affect our right to retain data where required by law.

12. Contact Us and Data Protection Officer

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or how 98jl handles your personal data, you can reach us through the following channels:

  • Email: support@98jl.best (subject line: "Privacy Query" or "Data Subject Request")
  • Live Chat: Available within your 98jl account dashboard after you log in
  • FAQ: Visit our FAQ page for quick answers to common questions

Our Data Protection Officer (DPO) oversees all data privacy matters at 98jl and can be reached at the email address above. The DPO is responsible for ensuring our compliance with the Data Privacy Act and serves as the primary contact for the National Privacy Commission on matters related to player data.

If you believe your data protection rights have been infringed and we have not resolved your concern satisfactorily, you have the right to lodge a formal complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines.

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