998jl Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and Scope

998jl ("998jl," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all individuals who interact with our online gaming platform at 998jl.net (the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how 998jl collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects personal data in connection with the Platform and all related services.

This Policy applies to all registered players, prospective players, visitors to the Platform, and any other individual whose personal data is processed by 998jl in connection with the provision of our services. By registering an account or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy and consent to the processing of your personal data as described herein.

998jl processes personal data in accordance with the Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (DPA) of the Philippines, its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and the issuances of the National Privacy Commission (NPC). Where applicable, we also observe internationally recognized data protection principles.

2. Data Controller Information

For the purposes of the Data Privacy Act of 2012, 998jl acts as the personal information controller in respect of the personal data collected through the Platform. If you have any questions about how your personal data is handled, or wish to exercise any of your rights under applicable law, you may contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) using the contact details provided in Section 13 of this Policy.

3. Personal Data We Collect

998jl collects personal data that is necessary for the provision of our services, compliance with legal obligations, and the protection of our legitimate business interests. The categories of personal data we collect include:

Category	Examples	Collection Method
Identity Data	Full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, government-issued ID number	Registration form, KYC verification
Contact Data	Email address, mobile number, residential address (city, province)	Registration form, account settings
Financial Data	GCash number, PayMaya account, bank account details (BPI, BDO, Metrobank), transaction history	Deposit/withdrawal forms, payment processors
Gaming Data	Game history, wager amounts, win/loss records, session duration, bonus usage	Automatically via Platform activity
Technical Data	IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, login timestamps	Automatically via cookies and server logs
Communications Data	Support chat transcripts, email correspondence, feedback submissions	Customer support interactions

998jl does not collect sensitive personal information as defined under the DPA (such as health data, political opinions, or religious beliefs) unless specifically required by law or with your explicit consent.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

998jl uses the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create, maintain, and administer your player account on the 998jl Platform.
• Identity Verification (KYC): To verify your identity and age (21+) in compliance with Philippine gaming regulations and anti-money laundering (AML) requirements.
• Service Delivery: To process deposits and withdrawals, credit bonuses, and provide access to games and features on the Platform.
• Fraud Prevention and Security: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity, money laundering, and other illegal conduct on the Platform.
• Responsible Gaming: To monitor gaming behavior and enforce responsible gaming tools such as deposit limits, loss limits, and self-exclusion requests.
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, complaints, and support requests in English or Filipino.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable Philippine laws, PAGCOR regulations, NPC requirements, and court orders.
• Marketing Communications: To send you promotional offers, bonus notifications, and platform updates where you have provided consent or where permitted by law. You may opt out at any time.
• Platform Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the functionality, performance, and user experience of the 998jl Platform.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

998jl processes your personal data on the following legal bases under the Data Privacy Act of 2012:

• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of the contract between you and 998jl (i.e., the Terms and Conditions governing your use of the Platform).
• Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with applicable Philippine laws and regulations, including AML laws, PAGCOR licensing requirements, and NPC data protection obligations.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for the legitimate interests of 998jl, including fraud prevention, platform security, and responsible gaming enforcement, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.
• Consent: For marketing communications and certain non-essential cookies, processing is based on your freely given, specific, and informed consent. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

6. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Data

998jl 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 and permitted by law:

• Payment Processors: GCash, PayMaya, BPI, BDO, Metrobank, and other payment service providers for the processing of deposits and withdrawals.
• Identity Verification Providers: Third-party KYC and AML service providers engaged to verify player identity and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Game Software Providers: Licensed game developers and content providers whose games are available on the 998jl Platform, to the extent necessary for game operation and audit purposes.
• Regulatory Authorities: PAGCOR, the National Privacy Commission, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), and other Philippine government agencies where disclosure is required by law or court order.
• Professional Advisors: Legal counsel, auditors, and other professional advisors engaged by 998jl under obligations of confidentiality.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of 998jl's business, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

All third parties with whom 998jl shares personal data are required to process such data in accordance with applicable Philippine data protection law and our contractual requirements.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

998jl uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on the Platform to enhance your user experience, maintain session security, and analyze Platform usage. The types of cookies we use include:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the operation of the Platform, including session management and security. These cannot be disabled.
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences such as language settings and display options to personalize your experience.
• Analytics Cookies: Collect aggregated, anonymized data about how players use the Platform to help us improve performance and content.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant promotional content. These are only set with your consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the 998jl Platform.

8. Data Retention

998jl retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Our standard retention periods are as follows:

• Account and Identity Data: Retained for the duration of your account and for a minimum of five (5) years after account closure, in compliance with AML and PAGCOR record-keeping requirements.
• Financial Transaction Data: Retained for a minimum of five (5) years from the date of the transaction, as required by Philippine AML regulations.
• Gaming Activity Data: Retained for three (3) years from the date of the activity, or longer if required for dispute resolution or regulatory purposes.
• Customer Support Records: Retained for two (2) years from the date of the last interaction.
• Marketing Consent Records: Retained until consent is withdrawn and for one (1) year thereafter as evidence of consent.

Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, personal data is securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with our data disposal procedures.

9. Data Security

998jl implements appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction. Our security measures include:

• Transport Layer Security (TLS) encryption for all data transmitted between your device and the Platform.
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest, including financial information and identity documents.
• Role-based access controls limiting employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.
• Regular security assessments and penetration testing of Platform infrastructure.
• Two-factor authentication options for player accounts.
• Incident response procedures for the detection, reporting, and management of personal data breaches.

In the event of a personal data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, 998jl will notify the National Privacy Commission and affected individuals in accordance with the timeframes and procedures prescribed under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and NPC Circular No. 16-03.

10. Your Rights Under Philippine Law

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data held by 998jl:

• Right to be Informed: You have the right to be informed of how your personal data is collected, used, and processed, as set out in this Policy.
• Right of Access: You may request a copy of the personal data 998jl holds about you, along with information about how it is being processed.
• Right to Rectification: You may request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Erasure or Blocking: You may request the deletion or blocking of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, subject to our legal retention obligations.
• Right to Object: You may 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 may request a copy of 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) if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]. We will respond to all verified requests within fifteen (15) business days, as required by the DPA.

11. Children and Minors

The 998jl Platform is strictly intended for individuals who are 21 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from persons under the age of 21. If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a minor, we will take immediate steps to delete such data and close the associated account.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a minor has registered on the 998jl Platform, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so that we can investigate and take appropriate action.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

998jl reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data processing practices, applicable law, or regulatory requirements. When material changes are made, we will notify registered players via email or a prominent notice on the Platform at least seven (7) days before the changes take effect.

The most current version of this Privacy Policy will always be available at 998jl.net/privacy-policy. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of any amendment constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. If you do not agree to the amended Policy, you must cease using the Platform and may request account closure by contacting customer support.

13. Contact and Complaints

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data by 998jl, please contact our Data Protection Officer through the following channels:

• Data Protection Officer / Customer Support: [email protected]
• Business & Legal Inquiries: [email protected]

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines (NPC). The NPC is the independent authority responsible for administering and implementing the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and ensuring compliance with international standards for data protection.