Privacy Policy – How 500jl Protects Your Data

1. About This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how 500jl ("the Company", "we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, discloses, and protects the personal information of individuals ("you", "the Player", "the Data Subject") who access or use the 500jl platform, including the website at 500jl.one, the mobile browser interface, and all associated services including live casino, sports betting, slot games, bingo, and customer support channels.

This Privacy Policy should be read together with the 500jl Terms & Conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference. In the event of any conflict between this Privacy Policy and the Terms & Conditions on matters of data privacy, this Privacy Policy shall prevail.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices, applicable law, or the services we offer. The effective date of the most recent revision is displayed at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the 500jl platform after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

2. Data Controller

For the purposes of the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, 500jl is the personal information controller responsible for the personal data collected through the 500jl platform.

500jl operates within the regulatory framework overseen by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). All data processing activities conducted by 500jl are carried out in accordance with applicable Philippine law and the principles of transparency, legitimate purpose, and proportionality as mandated by the Data Privacy Act of 2012.

If you have any questions about how 500jl handles your personal data, or if you wish to exercise any of your data subject rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer using the contact details provided in Section 15 of this Privacy Policy.

3. Personal Data We Collect

500jl collects only the personal data that is necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. The categories of personal data we collect include:

3.1 Identity & Contact Information

Full legal name as it appears on your government-issued ID;
Date of birth (for age verification — 500jl is strictly 21+ only);
Nationality and country of residence;
Email address and mobile phone number;
Residential address.

3.2 Identity Verification Documents

Copies of government-issued Philippine identification documents (PhilSys ID, passport, driver's license, SSS/GSIS ID, Voter's ID, or equivalent);
Proof of address documents (utility bills, bank statements, or equivalent);
Proof of payment method ownership where required for withdrawal verification.

3.3 Financial & Transaction Data

Deposit and withdrawal transaction records, including amounts, dates, and payment method references;
GCash account reference numbers, PayMaya (Maya) account references, or bank account details used for transactions;
Bonus and promotional activity records;
Account balance history.

3.4 Gaming Activity Data

Game session records, including games played, bets placed, outcomes, and session duration;
Sports betting selections and wager history;
Responsible gaming tool usage (deposit limits set, cooling-off periods activated, self-exclusion requests).

3.5 Technical & Usage Data

IP address and approximate geolocation;
Device type, operating system, and browser information;
Pages visited on the 500jl platform and time spent;
Referring website or source;
Cookie identifiers and session tokens (see Section 8).

3.6 Communications Data

Records of your communications with the 500jl customer support team, including live chat transcripts and email correspondence;
Feedback, complaints, and dispute records.

Data Category	Examples	Required?
Identity & Contact	Name, email, mobile, address	Yes – for registration
Verification Documents	Government ID, proof of address	Yes – for KYC / withdrawal
Financial & Transaction	GCash records, deposit history	Yes – for payments
Gaming Activity	Bets, game sessions, outcomes	Yes – for platform operation
Technical & Usage	IP address, device, browser	Yes – for security
Communications	Support chat, email records	Yes – for support

4. How We Collect Your Data

500jl collects personal data through the following means:

Directly from you — when you register a 500jl account, complete identity verification, make a deposit or withdrawal, contact customer support, or participate in promotions;
Automatically — through cookies, log files, and similar tracking technologies when you access and use the 500jl platform (see Section 8);
From third-party payment processors — transaction confirmation data from GCash, PayMaya (Maya), and partner banks when you make deposits or withdrawals;
From identity verification service providers — where 500jl uses third-party KYC service providers to assist with document verification and fraud screening;
From fraud prevention and anti-money laundering databases — where required by applicable Philippine law and regulatory obligations.

5. How We Use Your Personal Data

500jl uses the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

Account registration and management — to create and maintain your 500jl account, verify your identity, and manage your account settings;
Age and identity verification (KYC) — to confirm that you are 21 years of age or older and to comply with Philippine gaming regulations and anti-money laundering requirements;
Payment processing — to process your deposits and withdrawals via GCash, PayMaya, bank transfer, and other approved payment methods;
Platform operation and game delivery — to provide you with access to 500jl's casino games, sports betting, bingo, and other services;
Customer support — to respond to your enquiries, resolve disputes, and provide technical assistance;
Fraud prevention and security — to detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity, money laundering, and other illegal conduct on the 500jl platform;
Responsible gaming — to monitor gaming activity for signs of problem gambling and to administer responsible gaming tools such as deposit limits and self-exclusion;
Legal and regulatory compliance — to comply with applicable Philippine laws, PAGCOR regulations, and any lawful requests from competent authorities;
Marketing communications — to send you promotional offers, bonus notifications, and platform updates, where you have provided your consent to receive such communications. You may opt out at any time;
Platform improvement — to analyse usage patterns and improve the 500jl platform, user experience, and service offerings.

Marketing Opt-Out: If you no longer wish to receive marketing communications from 500jl, you may opt out at any time by updating your communication preferences in your account settings or by contacting our support team.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

500jl processes your personal data on the following legal bases as recognised under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012:

Contractual necessity — processing is necessary to perform the contract between you and 500jl (i.e., to provide the services you have registered for);
Legal obligation — processing is required to comply with applicable Philippine laws, including anti-money laundering regulations, PAGCOR licensing requirements, and the Data Privacy Act of 2012;
Legitimate interests — processing is necessary for 500jl's legitimate interests in fraud prevention, platform security, and service improvement, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights and interests;
Consent — for marketing communications and any other processing activities where consent is required, 500jl will obtain your explicit consent before processing your data for those purposes.

7. Data Sharing & Disclosure

500jl does not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your personal data with the following categories of recipients only to the extent necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy:

Payment processors — GCash, PayMaya (Maya), and partner banks (BPI, BDO, Metrobank, UnionBank, Landbank, PNB, Security Bank) to process your deposits and withdrawals;
Identity verification providers — third-party KYC service providers engaged by 500jl to assist with document verification and fraud screening;
IT and platform service providers — cloud hosting, data storage, and technical infrastructure providers who process data on 500jl's behalf under strict data processing agreements;
Game content providers — licensed game studios and live casino operators whose games are available on the 500jl platform, to the extent necessary for game delivery and dispute resolution;
Regulatory and law enforcement authorities — PAGCOR, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), the National Privacy Commission (NPC), and other competent Philippine authorities, where required by law or regulatory obligation;
Professional advisers — lawyers, auditors, and accountants engaged by 500jl, subject to professional confidentiality obligations.

All third parties with whom 500jl shares personal data are required to handle that data in accordance with applicable privacy law and 500jl's data protection standards. 500jl does not authorise any third party to use your personal data for their own independent marketing or commercial purposes.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The 500jl platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, maintain your session, and analyse platform usage. The types of cookies used by 500jl include:

Strictly necessary cookies — essential for the operation of the 500jl platform, including session management and security. These cannot be disabled;
Functional cookies — remember your preferences and settings to personalise your 500jl experience;
Analytics cookies — collect anonymised data about how players use the 500jl platform to help us improve our services;
Marketing cookies — used to deliver relevant promotional content and track the effectiveness of 500jl marketing campaigns, where you have consented.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the 500jl platform. For more information on managing cookies, refer to your browser's help documentation.

9. Data Retention

500jl retains your personal data for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable Philippine law. The following general retention periods apply:

Account and identity data — retained for the duration of your 500jl account and for a minimum of five (5) years following account closure, in compliance with Philippine anti-money laundering record-keeping requirements;
Transaction records — retained for a minimum of five (5) years from the date of the transaction, as required by the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2001 (as amended);
Gaming activity records — retained for a minimum of three (3) years from the date of the activity;
Customer support communications — retained for a minimum of two (2) years from the date of the communication;
Marketing consent records — retained until you withdraw your consent or for a maximum of three (3) years from the date of consent, whichever is earlier.

Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, 500jl will securely delete or anonymise your personal data in accordance with our data disposal procedures.

10. Data Security

500jl implements appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction. These measures include:

SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your device and the 500jl platform;
Encryption of sensitive data at rest, including identity documents and financial records;
Access controls limiting personal data access to authorised 500jl personnel on a need-to-know basis;
Regular security assessments and penetration testing of the 500jl platform;
Staff training on data protection and information security obligations.

Security Tip: You also play a role in keeping your 500jl account secure. Use a strong, unique password, enable two-factor authentication where available, and never share your login credentials with anyone. 500jl staff will never ask for your password.

In the event of a personal data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, 500jl will notify the National Privacy Commission (NPC) and affected data subjects in accordance with the requirements of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.

11. Your Data Subject Rights

Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data held by 500jl:

Right to AccessRequest a copy of the personal data 500jl holds about you.

Right to RectificationRequest correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to ErasureRequest deletion of your personal data where no longer necessary or lawfully required.

Right to ObjectObject to processing of your data for direct marketing or on grounds of legitimate interest.

Right to BlockRequest restriction of processing in certain circumstances.

Right to Data PortabilityReceive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

Right to Withdraw ConsentWithdraw consent for marketing or other consent-based processing at any time.

Right to ComplainLodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact the 500jl Data Protection Officer using the contact details in Section 15. 500jl will respond to all data subject requests within fifteen (15) business days of receipt, in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

12. Children's Privacy

              21+ Only: The 500jl platform is strictly for individuals who are 21 years of age or older. 500jl does not knowingly collect personal data from persons under 21 years of age. If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a person under 21, we will take immediate steps to delete that data and close the associated account.
            

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a person under 21 has registered a 500jl account or provided personal data to 500jl, please contact our support team immediately at the contact details provided in Section 15. We take underage gambling extremely seriously and will act promptly on all such reports.

13. International Data Transfers

500jl primarily processes and stores personal data within the Philippines. Where it is necessary to transfer personal data to service providers or partners located outside the Philippines — for example, cloud infrastructure providers or international game content providers — 500jl will ensure that such transfers are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Data Privacy Act of 2012, including by implementing appropriate safeguards such as contractual data protection clauses.

500jl will not transfer your personal data to any country or territory that does not provide an adequate level of data protection without first implementing appropriate safeguards and, where required, obtaining your consent.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

500jl reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data practices, the services we offer, or applicable law. The effective date of the most recent revision will be displayed at the top of this page.

Where changes to this Privacy Policy are material, 500jl will make reasonable efforts to notify registered players via email or in-platform notification prior to the changes taking effect. Your continued use of the 500jl platform after any update to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how 500jl protects your personal data. If you do not agree to any update to this Privacy Policy, you should cease using the 500jl platform and may request account closure by contacting our support team.

15. Contact & Complaints

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way 500jl handles your personal data, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Live Chat: Available 24/7 via the 500jl platform
Email: [email protected]

500jl aims to respond to all privacy-related enquiries within fifteen (15) business days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines, which is the supervisory authority responsible for enforcing the Data Privacy Act of 2012.

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