Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

jl163 ("jl163," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all players and users of the jl163 platform. This Privacy Policy describes how jl163 collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects personal information in connection with the operation of our online gaming platform, which serves players across the Philippines, including Manila, Cebu, Davao, Quezon City, Makati, and beyond.

This policy is drafted in compliance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and the issuances of the National Privacy Commission (NPC). Where applicable, jl163 also observes internationally recognized data protection principles.

By registering an account on jl163 or otherwise using our platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described herein. If you do not agree with this policy, you should not use the jl163 platform.

2. Data Controller

For the purposes of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and this Privacy Policy, jl163 is the personal information controller responsible for the personal data collected through the jl163 platform. jl163 determines the purposes and means of processing your personal data and is accountable for ensuring that such processing is carried out lawfully, fairly, and transparently.

jl163 has appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who is responsible for overseeing compliance with applicable data protection laws and this Privacy Policy. You may contact our DPO directly using the contact details provided in Section 15 of this policy.

3. Data We Collect

jl163 collects various categories of personal data in connection with the operation of our platform. The specific data collected depends on how you interact with jl163 and the services you use. The main categories of personal data we collect are set out in the table below.

Special Categories of Data

jl163 does not intentionally collect special categories of sensitive personal data (such as health data, biometric data, or political opinions) unless specifically required for responsible gaming purposes (for example, where a player discloses a gambling-related health concern in connection with a self-exclusion request). Such data is handled with the highest level of care and is processed only with your explicit consent or as required by law.

4. How We Collect Data

jl163 collects personal data through the following means:

Direct Collection

We collect data directly from you when you register an account on jl163, complete KYC verification, make a deposit or withdrawal, contact our support team, participate in promotions, or otherwise interact with the platform. You provide this data voluntarily as part of using our services.

Automated Collection

When you access and use the jl163 platform, we automatically collect certain technical and usage data through cookies, web beacons, log files, and similar tracking technologies. This data is collected to ensure the security and proper functioning of the platform and to improve the user experience. See Section 8 for more information on our use of cookies.

Third-Party Sources

jl163 may receive personal data about you from third-party sources in limited circumstances, including:

• Identity verification and KYC service providers, who assist us in verifying the accuracy of the information you provide;
• Payment processors and financial institutions, in connection with the processing of deposits and withdrawals;
• Fraud prevention and anti-money laundering screening services;
• Regulatory authorities, where required by law.

5. How We Use Your Data

jl163 uses your personal data for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create, maintain, and manage your jl163 player account, including processing your registration and verifying your identity;
• Service Delivery: To provide you with access to all games, features, and services available on the jl163 platform;
• Payment Processing: To process deposits, withdrawals, and other financial transactions on your account;
• KYC & Compliance: To verify your identity and age, comply with anti-money laundering (AML) obligations, and meet other regulatory requirements applicable to online gaming in the Philippines;
• Security & Fraud Prevention: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity, unauthorized account access, and other security threats;
• Responsible Gaming: To monitor gaming activity for signs of problem gambling and to administer responsible gaming tools such as deposit limits and self-exclusion;
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, resolve disputes, and provide technical assistance;
• Marketing Communications: To send you promotional offers, bonuses, and news about jl163, where you have consented to receive such communications;
• Platform Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the functionality, performance, and user experience of the jl163 platform;
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and orders from competent authorities, including PAGCOR and the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC).

6. Legal Basis for Processing

jl163 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 jl163 (i.e., the Terms & Conditions), including account management, payment processing, and service delivery;
• Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including KYC/AML obligations, gaming regulations, and tax reporting requirements;
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for jl163's legitimate interests, including fraud prevention, platform security, and improving our services, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights and interests;
• Consent: For certain types of processing, such as sending marketing communications or processing sensitive personal data, jl163 relies on your explicit consent. You may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.

7. Data Sharing & Disclosure

jl163 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 in the circumstances described below:

Service Providers

jl163 engages trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating the platform, including payment processors, KYC verification providers, IT infrastructure providers, customer support platforms, and analytics services. These providers are permitted to process your personal data only on jl163's instructions and are bound by appropriate data processing agreements.

Regulatory & Legal Authorities

jl163 may disclose your personal data to regulatory authorities, law enforcement agencies, courts, or other government bodies where required or permitted by applicable law. This includes disclosures to PAGCOR in connection with gaming regulatory compliance, and to the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) where jl163 is required to report suspicious transactions under the Anti-Money Laundering Act.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of all or part of jl163's business, your personal data may be transferred to the relevant successor entity as part of that transaction. You will be notified of any such transfer and any material changes to how your data is processed as a result.

With Your Consent

jl163 may share your personal data with other third parties where you have given your explicit consent to such sharing. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting our support team or updating your account preferences.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

jl163 uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the platform, ensure its proper functioning, and gather analytical data to help us improve our services. A cookie is a small text file placed on your device when you visit a website.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the jl163 platform to function correctly. They enable core features such as account login, session management, and security. These cookies cannot be disabled.
• Functional Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences and settings (such as language and display preferences) to provide a more personalized experience on jl163.
• Analytical Cookies: These cookies collect anonymized information about how players use the jl163 platform, such as which pages are visited most frequently. This data helps us understand usage patterns and improve the platform.
• Marketing Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver relevant promotional content to you based on your interests and activity on jl163. They are only placed with your consent.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the jl163 platform. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the platform to operate.

9. Data Security

jl163 implements comprehensive technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction. Our security measures include, but are not limited to:

• 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your device and the jl163 platform;
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest, including financial information and government ID data;
• Strict access controls ensuring that only authorized jl163 personnel can access personal data, on a need-to-know basis;
• Regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing of our systems;
• Multi-factor authentication options for player accounts;
• Continuous monitoring of our systems for suspicious activity and potential security incidents;
• Staff training on data protection and information security best practices.

Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, jl163 will notify the National Privacy Commission (NPC) within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, as required by the Data Privacy Act of 2012. Affected players will be notified promptly where the breach is likely to result in a high risk to their rights.

10. Data Retention

jl163 retains your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. The following general retention periods apply:

Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, jl163 will securely delete or anonymize your personal data in accordance with our data disposal procedures. Where data is anonymized rather than deleted, the anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes as it can no longer be linked to you as an individual.

11. Your Data Rights

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data held by jl163:

• Right to be Informed: You have the right to be informed about how jl163 collects and processes your personal data, as set out in this Privacy Policy;
• Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data jl163 holds about you, along with information about how it is being processed;
• Right to Rectification: You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data jl163 holds about you;
• Right to Erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, subject to jl163's 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 jl163's legitimate interests;
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to request that it be transmitted to another data controller where technically feasible;
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal;
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) if you believe that jl163 has processed your personal data in violation of the Data Privacy Act of 2012.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of the rights listed above, please contact jl163's Data Protection Officer using the contact details in Section 15. jl163 will respond to all valid requests within 30 days of receipt. In some cases, jl163 may need to verify your identity before processing your request. There is no fee for exercising your data rights, except where requests are manifestly unfounded or excessive.

12. Children's Privacy

jl163 takes the protection of minors seriously. Our platform is not directed at, and should not be used by, anyone under the age of 21. During the registration process, jl163 requires all players to confirm that they are at least 21 years of age, and age verification is conducted as part of the KYC process.

If jl163 becomes aware that personal data has been collected from an individual under the age of 21, we will take immediate steps to delete that data and close the associated account. If you believe that a minor has registered on jl163, please contact our support team immediately at [email protected].

13. Third-Party Links

The jl163 platform may contain links to third-party websites or services for informational purposes. jl163 is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. This Privacy Policy applies solely to data collected and processed by jl163 in connection with the jl163 platform.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. jl163 has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

14. Changes to This Policy

jl163 reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data processing practices, applicable law, or the services we offer. When material changes are made, jl163 will notify registered players via email or through a prominent notice on the platform prior to the changes taking effect.

The date of the most recent revision is indicated at the top of this page. Your continued use of the jl163 platform following the posting of an updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. If you do not agree with the changes, you should stop using the platform and may request account closure in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.

We recommend that you review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how jl163 is protecting your personal data.

15. Contact & Data Protection Officer

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data by jl163, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

If you are not satisfied with jl163's response to your privacy concern, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines: