Privacy Policy – How jl79 Protects Your Personal Data

1. Introduction and Data Controller Identity

jl79 ("jl79," "we," "us," or "our") is the operator of the online gaming platform accessible at jl79.asia and the data controller of all personal data collected through it. jl79 operates under a valid PAGCOR licence and is subject to the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173, "DPA") and the implementing rules and regulations issued by the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines.

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how jl79 collects, processes, stores, shares, and protects the personal data of individuals who visit or register on the jl79 platform. By creating a jl79 account or otherwise 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.

2. Personal Data We Collect

jl79 collects personal data in several ways — directly from you when you register or use the platform, automatically through your use of the platform, and from third parties where permitted by law.

2.1 Registration and Identity Data

• Full legal name, date of birth, and nationality;
• Government-issued identification number (e.g., Philippine National ID, UMID, Passport number, Driver's Licence number);
• Email address and mobile number;
• Residential address (street, city, province, ZIP code);
• Username and encrypted password.

2.2 Financial and Payment Data

• GCash or Maya wallet number (masked);
• Bank account details submitted for withdrawals (account name, account number — stored in masked form);
• Deposit and withdrawal transaction history, amounts, timestamps, and payment method used;
• Wagering history, game session data, and win/loss records.

2.3 Technical and Usage Data

• IP address, device type, operating system, browser type and version;
• Pages visited, navigation paths, session duration, and feature interactions;
• Geolocation data (country/region level, derived from IP address);
• Cookie identifiers and similar tracking data (see Section 6).

2.4 Communications Data

• Content of live chat conversations with jl79 support staff;
• Email correspondence sent to or received from jl79;
• Survey responses and feedback submitted voluntarily.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

jl79 processes your personal data on the following legal bases under the DPA and applicable PAGCOR regulations:

Processing Purpose	Legal Basis
Account registration and operation	Performance of contract
Identity and age verification (KYC)	Legal obligation (PAGCOR / DPA)
Payment processing and fraud prevention	Performance of contract; legal obligation (AMLA)
Responsible gaming monitoring	Legal obligation (PAGCOR); legitimate interest
Platform analytics and improvement	Legitimate interest
Marketing communications (opt-in only)	Consent
Legal claims and regulatory reporting	Legal obligation; legitimate interest

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

jl79 uses the personal data collected for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create, maintain, and administer your jl79 account, including verifying your identity, processing deposits and withdrawals, and communicating account-related notifications;
• Regulatory Compliance: To fulfil jl79's obligations under PAGCOR regulations, the Anti-Money Laundering Act (RA 9160 as amended), the DPA, and any other applicable Philippine laws;
• Fraud and Security: To detect, prevent, and investigate fraudulent activity, unauthorised account access, multi-accounting, and other security threats to the jl79 platform;
• Responsible Gaming: To monitor player behaviour for signs of problem gambling, enforce self-exclusion requests, and apply responsible gaming limits configured by the player;
• Platform Improvement: To analyse usage patterns, identify technical issues, and improve the performance and features of the jl79 platform;
• Marketing: With your explicit consent, to send you promotional offers, bonus notifications, and news about jl79. You may withdraw consent at any time by updating your communication preferences in your jl79 account settings.

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

5.1 Service Providers. jl79 engages trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating the platform. These include payment processors (GCash/Maya), identity verification providers, cloud infrastructure providers, and customer support platforms. All third-party providers are contractually bound to process data solely on jl79's instructions and in accordance with the DPA.

5.2 Game Content Providers. Certain game titles available on jl79 are provided by licensed third-party game studios. These providers may receive limited technical session data (e.g., session token, game result) necessary to operate their games. They are not provided with your personal identity or payment information.

5.3 Regulatory and Law Enforcement Authorities. jl79 will disclose personal data to PAGCOR, the AMLC, the NPC, or other Philippine government authorities when required by law, court order, or binding regulatory directive. jl79 will notify you of such disclosures where legally permitted to do so.

5.4 No Sale of Data. jl79 does not sell, rent, or otherwise transfer your personal data to any third party for independent commercial use.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

jl79 uses cookies and similar technologies (pixels, local storage) to operate the platform and improve your experience. The categories of cookies used are:

• Strictly Necessary: Required for the jl79 platform to function. These cannot be disabled.
• Functional: Remember your preferences (e.g., language settings, last game played).
• Analytics: Collect anonymised usage data to help jl79 understand how the platform is used and identify areas for improvement.
• Marketing: Used only with your consent to deliver relevant promotional content within the jl79 platform.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will impair the functionality of the jl79 platform.

7. Data Retention

jl79 retains personal data for the minimum period necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, subject to the following minimum retention periods required by law or regulation:

• Account and identity data: For the duration of the account plus five (5) years following account closure, as required by PAGCOR and AMLA regulations.
• Financial and transaction records: Five (5) years from the date of each transaction, as required by AMLA.
• Communications and support records: Two (2) years from the date of the communication.
• Analytics and usage data: Up to twenty-four (24) months in identifiable form, after which data is anonymised or deleted.

Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, jl79 will securely delete or anonymise your personal data.

8. Data Security

jl79 implements a comprehensive suite of technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and the jl79 platform;
• AES-256 encryption for sensitive data fields stored in jl79's databases;
• Multi-factor authentication for all jl79 staff accessing production systems containing personal data;
• Role-based access controls limiting staff access to personal data on a strict need-to-know basis;
• Regular penetration testing and security audits by independent third-party specialists;
• Continuous monitoring for suspicious access patterns and data exfiltration attempts.

Notwithstanding these measures, no security system is impenetrable. In the event of a breach affecting your personal data, jl79 will notify you and the NPC within seventy-two (72) hours as required by the DPA.

9. 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 jl79:

• Right to be Informed: To be notified about how your personal data is collected and used — which this Policy fulfils.
• Right of Access: To request a copy of the personal data jl79 holds about you.
• Right to Rectification: To request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to Erasure: To request deletion of your personal data, subject to jl79's legal retention obligations.
• Right to Object: To object to processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes at any time.
• Right to Data Portability: To receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: To file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission if you believe jl79 has violated your data privacy rights.

To exercise any of the above rights, please contact jl79's Data Protection Officer (DPO) via the contact details in Section 13. jl79 will respond to all data subject requests within thirty (30) days.

10. Children and Minors

The jl79 platform is strictly for adults aged twenty-one (21) years and above, as required by PAGCOR. jl79 does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals below this age. If jl79 becomes aware that a minor has provided personal data, that data will be deleted immediately and the account will be permanently closed. Parents or guardians who believe a minor has registered on jl79 should contact support immediately via live chat or email.

11. Cross-Border Data Transfers

jl79's primary data processing infrastructure is located in the Philippines. In certain circumstances — for example, where a third-party service provider operates data centres outside the Philippines — your personal data may be transferred to and processed in other countries. Any such transfers will be conducted in accordance with the DPA's requirements for cross-border data transfers, including ensuring that the recipient country provides an adequate level of data protection or that appropriate contractual safeguards are in place.

12. Amendments to This Policy

jl79 reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices, applicable law, or PAGCOR regulatory requirements. Material changes will be communicated to registered players via email and a prominent on-platform notice at least fourteen (14) days before the amended Policy takes effect. Your continued use of the jl79 platform after the effective date constitutes your acceptance of the amended Policy.

13. How to Contact Us

For all privacy-related enquiries, data subject requests, or to reach jl79's Data Protection Officer, please use the following contact channels:

• Data Protection Officer (DPO): jl79 Data Privacy Office
• Email: [email protected] (plain text — not a clickable link)
• Live Chat: Available on jl79.asia 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Support Hours: 8:00 AM – 12:00 MN Philippine Standard Time, daily

jl79 will acknowledge all data privacy correspondence within two (2) business days and will endeavour to provide a full response within thirty (30) days of receipt.