bet98 Privacy Policy

1 Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how bet98 ("we," "us," or "the Platform") collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of players who register and use our online gaming and sports betting services.

bet98 is committed to protecting the privacy of all Filipino players who use the platform. We handle personal data in accordance with the Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.

By creating an account on bet98, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy. This policy should be read together with our Terms & Conditions.

2 Data We Collect

bet98 collects personal data only when it is necessary for operating your account and providing our services. The types of information we may collect include:

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information beyond what is required for identity verification and transaction processing under applicable law.

3 How We Use Your Data

The personal data we collect is used strictly for the purposes set out below:

• Account management: To create, maintain, and secure your bet98 account, including processing login requests and password resets through OTP verification.
• Identity verification (KYC): To verify your identity and age (21+) as required by our platform policies and applicable regulations.
• Transaction processing: To process PHP deposits and withdrawals via Philippine bank transfer, online banking, and local e-wallets.
• Customer support: To respond to your enquiries, resolve disputes, and communicate important account information.
• Responsible gaming: To monitor gameplay patterns and identify accounts that may benefit from responsible gaming tools or intervention.
• Fraud prevention and security: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity, money laundering, and other prohibited conduct on the platform.
• Legal compliance: To meet our obligations under Philippine law, including responding to lawful requests from government authorities.

4 Data Sharing

bet98 does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: Third-party companies that assist us in operating the platform, including payment processors for PHP transactions, KYC verification partners, and hosting providers. These partners are contractually bound to handle your data securely and only for the purposes for which it was shared.
• Legal requirements: Where required by Philippine law, court order, or a lawful request from a government or regulatory authority, we may disclose your personal data as legally obligated.
• Fraud prevention: In cases of suspected fraud, identity theft, or money laundering, we may share relevant data with financial institutions or law enforcement agencies.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction. You will be notified of any such change that materially affects how your data is handled.

5 Cookies & Tracking

The bet98 website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to ensure the platform functions correctly and to improve the player experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit the site.

The types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies: Required for the platform to operate. These cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality, such as maintaining your login session.
• Performance cookies: Used to understand how players interact with the platform, which pages are visited most, and where technical issues occur. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
• Security cookies: Help detect and prevent fraud and unauthorised access to accounts.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some platform features. bet98 does not use third-party advertising cookies.

6 Data Security

bet98 implements industry-standard technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. These include:

• SSL/TLS encryption on all pages and data transmission channels.
• OTP-based login verification to prevent unauthorised access to your account.
• Access controls limiting internal access to personal data to authorised staff only, on a need-to-know basis.
• Regular security reviews of platform systems and data handling procedures.

While we take all reasonable precautions, no online system can guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your own account credentials and for notifying us immediately if you suspect unauthorised access to your account.

7 Data Retention

bet98 retains your personal data for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Meeting legal and regulatory record-keeping requirements applicable in the Philippines.
• Resolving disputes or enforcing our Terms & Conditions.
• Preventing fraud and maintaining security records.

When personal data is no longer required for the purposes for which it was collected, it is securely deleted or anonymised in accordance with our internal data management procedures.

8 Your Rights

As a data subject under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, Filipino players have the following rights with respect to their personal data held by bet98:

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected] with your full name, registered email address, and a clear description of your request. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable law.

9 Children & Minors

bet98 is strictly an adult platform. We do not knowingly collect personal data from any person under the age of 21. Registration on bet98 requires confirmation that the user is 21 years of age or older.

If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a person under 21, we will immediately suspend the associated account and delete the data in question. If you believe a minor has created an account on bet98, contact us immediately at [email protected].

10 Changes to This Policy

bet98 reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data practices, legal requirements, or platform functionality. When material changes are made, we will notify registered players via email or an in-platform notice.

The updated Privacy Policy will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the platform after changes are published constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed.

11 Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have concerns about how your personal information is handled, please contact the bet98 privacy team:

For concerns that cannot be resolved directly with bet98, you may contact the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines (NPC) through their official channels.