Privacy Policy

1. Overview

98jili ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of every player who uses the 98jili online gaming platform at 98jili.club. We understand that trust is the foundation of a great gaming experience, and we take our data protection obligations seriously.

This Privacy Policy has been prepared in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) of the Philippines and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, as administered by the National Privacy Commission (NPC). It describes the types of personal information we collect from you, the purposes for which we process that information, the parties with whom we may share it, and the rights you have in relation to your personal data.

We encourage all 98jili players — whether you're based in Manila 🇵🇭, Cebu 🇵🇭, Davao 🇵🇭, Quezon City 🇵🇭, Makati 🇵🇭, or anywhere else in the Philippines — to read this policy carefully so you understand how your information is handled.

2. Personal Data We Collect

When you interact with the 98jili Platform, we collect various categories of personal data depending on the nature of your interaction. The categories of data we collect include:

2.1 Registration & Identity Data

• Full legal name as it appears on your government-issued ID
• Date of birth (for age verification — you must be 21 or older)
• Philippine mobile number and email address
• Username and encrypted password
• Copies of government-issued identification documents submitted for KYC verification (e.g., Passport, UMID, Driver's License, PhilSys ID)

2.2 Financial & Transaction Data

• GCash or PayMaya account details (mobile number linked to your e-wallet)
• Bank account details for bank transfer transactions (BPI, BDO, Metrobank, UnionBank, Landbank, PNB, Security Bank)
• Deposit and withdrawal history, transaction amounts in Philippine Peso (₱), and timestamps
• Bonus and promotional activity records

2.3 Gaming & Activity Data

• Game history, wager amounts, wins, and losses
• Session duration and login/logout timestamps
• Responsible gaming tool usage (deposit limits, self-exclusion requests, cooling-off periods)
• Customer support interactions and chat transcripts

2.4 Technical & Device Data

• IP address and approximate geolocation
• Device type, operating system, and browser information
• Cookie identifiers and session tokens
• Platform access logs and error reports

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

98jili processes your personal data for the following purposes:

• Account creation and management: To register your account, verify your identity, and maintain your player profile on the 98jili Platform.
• Age and identity verification: To confirm that you meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years as required by PAGCOR regulations.
• Processing transactions: To process deposits and withdrawals via GCash, PayMaya, and Philippine bank transfers, and to maintain accurate financial records.
• Providing gaming services: To deliver the games, features, and services available on the 98jili Platform and to personalise your gaming experience.
• Bonuses and promotions: To administer promotional offers, loyalty programs, and bonus campaigns available to eligible 98jili players.
• Customer support: To respond to your inquiries, resolve disputes, and provide technical assistance through our 24/7 support channels.
• Responsible gaming: To monitor gaming behaviour, enforce responsible gaming limits you have set, and identify players who may need support.
• Legal and regulatory compliance: To comply with the Anti-Money Laundering Act (RA 9160), the Data Privacy Act (RA 10173), PAGCOR regulations, and other applicable Philippine laws.
• Security and fraud prevention: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity, cheating, money laundering, and other prohibited conduct on the Platform.
• Platform improvement: To analyse usage patterns, conduct research, and improve the features, performance, and user experience of the 98jili Platform.
• Marketing communications: To send you promotional emails, SMS notifications, and in-platform messages about 98jili offers and updates, where you have consented to receive such communications.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

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

• Contractual necessity: Processing is necessary to perform our obligations under the Terms & Conditions you agreed to when registering your 98jili account.
• Legal obligation: Processing is required to comply with applicable Philippine laws, including KYC obligations, anti-money laundering reporting, and PAGCOR regulatory requirements.
• Legitimate interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests in operating a secure, fair, and commercially viable gaming platform, provided those interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.
• Consent: For marketing communications and certain non-essential cookies, we rely on your freely given, specific, and informed consent. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting our support team.

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

98jili does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes. We may share your personal data with the following categories of recipients only to the extent necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

• Payment processors: GCash, PayMaya, and Philippine banking partners, for the purpose of processing your deposits and withdrawals.
• Identity verification providers: Third-party KYC and age verification service providers who assist us in verifying your identity and age.
• Game software providers: Licensed game developers and content providers whose games are available on the 98jili Platform, to the extent necessary to deliver those games.
• IT and infrastructure providers: Cloud hosting, data storage, and cybersecurity service providers who support the operation of the 98jili Platform.
• Regulatory and law enforcement authorities: PAGCOR, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), the National Privacy Commission (NPC), and other Philippine government authorities, where required by law or court order.
• Professional advisers: Lawyers, auditors, and accountants, subject to professional confidentiality obligations.

All third parties with whom we share personal data are required to handle that data in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and are bound by appropriate data processing agreements.

6. Data Retention

98jili retains your personal data for as long as your account remains active and for a period thereafter as required by applicable Philippine law and regulatory obligations. Specifically:

• Account and identity data is retained for a minimum of five (5) years following account closure, in compliance with PAGCOR record-keeping requirements and the Anti-Money Laundering Act.
• Financial transaction records are retained for a minimum of five (5) years from the date of the transaction.
• Gaming activity logs are retained for a minimum of three (3) years from the date of the activity.
• Marketing consent records are retained for as long as necessary to demonstrate compliance with consent requirements.

When personal data is no longer required for the purposes for which it was collected and no legal retention obligation applies, we will securely delete or anonymise it.

7. Security Measures

98jili implements appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, destruction, alteration, or disclosure. Our security measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your device and the 98jili Platform
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest, including passwords (stored as salted hashes) and financial account details
• Two-factor authentication (2FA) options for player accounts
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Access controls limiting employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Staff training on data protection and information security
• Incident response procedures for detecting and responding to data breaches

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The 98jili Platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, maintain your session, and analyse Platform usage. The types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies: Required for the Platform to function correctly, including session management and security tokens. These cannot be disabled.
• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences, such as language settings and responsible gaming limits you have configured.
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how players use the Platform so we can improve performance and user experience. Data collected is aggregated and anonymised where possible.
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant promotional content within the 98jili Platform. These are only set with your consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the 98jili Platform.

9. Your Data Privacy Rights

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data held by 98jili:

• Right to be informed: You have the right to be informed about how your personal data is collected and processed, as set out in this Privacy Policy.
• Right of access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to our legal retention obligations.
• Right to object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or where processing is based on legitimate interests.
• Right to data portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Right to lodge a complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines if you believe your data privacy rights have been violated.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) using the contact details provided in Section 14 of this policy. We will respond to all verified requests within thirty (30) days.

10. Minors & Age Policy

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a person under 21 years of age, we will take immediate steps to delete that data and close the associated account. If you believe that a minor has registered an account on the 98jili Platform, please contact us immediately at the details provided in Section 14.

11. International Data Transfers

In some cases, your personal data may be transferred to, stored in, or processed in countries outside the Philippines — for example, where our cloud infrastructure or third-party service providers are located. When such transfers occur, 98jili ensures that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, including the use of standard contractual clauses or other approved transfer mechanisms recognised by the National Privacy Commission.

12. Third-Party Links

The 98jili Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy applies only to the 98jili Platform and does not cover the privacy practices of any third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. 98jili is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

98jili reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data processing practices, applicable Philippine law, or regulatory requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify registered players via email or in-platform notification.

Your continued use of the 98jili Platform after any such changes constitutes your acknowledgment of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.

14. Contact & Data Protection Officer

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data by 98jili, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO). As required by the Data Privacy Act of 2012, 98jili has designated a DPO responsible for overseeing compliance with data privacy obligations.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint directly with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines if you believe your data privacy rights have been violated. The NPC can be reached through its official government channels.