minibet Privacy Policy

01 Who We Are

minibet ("minibet," "we," "us," or "our") operates the online gaming platform accessible at minibet.one, offering casino games, slots, bingo, and related entertainment services to registered players in the Philippines.

minibet is the data controller responsible for the personal data you provide when you register, deposit, play, or otherwise interact with the minibet Platform. This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected through the minibet website, mobile platform, customer support channels, and any other touchpoints associated with the minibet brand.

This Policy is written in compliance with the Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 of the Philippines, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations as administered by the National Privacy Commission (NPC).

02 Personal Data We Collect

minibet collects the following categories of personal data from players and visitors:

minibet does not collect sensitive personal information beyond what is strictly necessary for identity verification and regulatory compliance. We do not collect biometric data, health data, or political affiliations.

03 How We Collect Your Data

minibet collects personal data through the following means:

• Direct collection: When you register a minibet account, complete identity verification, make a deposit or withdrawal, contact customer support, or participate in a promotion.
• Automated collection: When you visit the minibet website or use the mobile platform, we automatically collect technical data such as your IP address, device identifiers, and browsing behavior through cookies and similar technologies.
• Third-party sources: minibet may receive data from identity verification providers, payment processors (such as GCash and PayMaya), and fraud prevention services to supplement the information you provide directly.
• Regulatory sources: In certain circumstances, minibet may receive data from PAGCOR or other regulatory bodies as part of our compliance obligations.

04 Why We Use Your Data

minibet uses your personal data for the following purposes:

• Account management: To create, maintain, and secure your minibet account, including processing your minibet Login credentials and account preferences.
• Identity verification (KYC): To verify your identity and age (21+) as required by PAGCOR regulations and Philippine anti-money laundering laws.
• Payment processing: To process deposits and withdrawals via GCash, PayMaya, and bank transfer, and to maintain accurate financial records.
• Game provision: To deliver the games and services you access on the minibet Platform, including personalized game recommendations.
• Responsible gaming: To monitor gaming behavior, enforce deposit and loss limits, and identify players who may need responsible gaming support.
• Fraud prevention and security: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity, money laundering, and unauthorized account access.
• Legal compliance: To comply with applicable Philippine laws, PAGCOR regulations, and court orders or regulatory requests.
• Customer support: To respond to your inquiries, resolve disputes, and improve our support services.
• Marketing communications: To send you promotional offers and updates about minibet, where you have consented to receive such communications. You may opt out at any time.
• Platform improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the minibet Platform's performance, features, and user experience.

05 Legal Basis for Processing

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, minibet processes your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Contractual necessity: Processing required to fulfill our obligations under the minibet Terms and Conditions, including account management, payment processing, and game provision.
• Legal obligation: Processing required to comply with PAGCOR regulations, the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA), and other applicable Philippine laws.
• Legitimate interests: Processing for fraud prevention, platform security, and responsible gaming monitoring, where these interests are not overridden by your privacy rights.
• Consent: Processing for marketing communications and non-essential cookies, where you have provided explicit consent. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

06 Sharing Your Personal Data

minibet does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes. We share your data only in the following limited circumstances:

• Payment processors: GCash, PayMaya, and partner banks receive the financial data necessary to process your transactions. These providers are bound by their own privacy policies and applicable Philippine financial regulations.
• Identity verification providers: Third-party KYC and age verification services receive identity data to verify your eligibility to use the minibet Platform.
• Fraud prevention services: Specialist providers may receive technical and account data to help minibet detect and prevent fraudulent activity.
• Regulatory authorities: PAGCOR, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), the National Privacy Commission (NPC), and other Philippine government bodies may receive data where required by law or regulation.
• Legal proceedings: minibet may disclose personal data in response to a valid court order, subpoena, or other legal process.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of minibet's business, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

07 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

minibet uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve the Platform. The types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies: Required for the minibet Platform to function correctly, including maintaining your session after minibet Login and remembering your account preferences. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics cookies: Help minibet understand how players use the Platform, which pages are most visited, and where technical issues occur. This data is aggregated and anonymized.
• Functional cookies: Remember your language preferences, game settings, and other personalization choices to improve your experience.
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant promotional content about minibet. These are only set with your consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling non-essential cookies will not prevent you from using the minibet Platform, but may affect certain personalization features.

08 Data Retention

minibet retains your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, subject to the following retention periods:

• Account data: Retained for the duration of your active minibet account, plus a minimum of 5 years after account closure, as required by PAGCOR regulations and the AMLA.
• Financial transaction records: Retained for a minimum of 5 years from the date of each transaction, in compliance with Philippine financial record-keeping requirements.
• KYC and identity documents: Retained for a minimum of 5 years after account closure or the completion of the relevant transaction.
• Customer support communications: Retained for 2 years from the date of the last interaction, unless a longer period is required for dispute resolution.
• Marketing consent records: Retained until you withdraw consent, plus 1 year thereafter for compliance documentation purposes.

When personal data is no longer required, minibet will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with industry-standard data destruction practices.

09 Data Security

minibet implements a comprehensive set of technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

• 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your device and the minibet Platform
• AES-256 encryption for sensitive data stored in minibet's databases
• Password hashing using industry-standard algorithms — minibet never stores passwords in plain text
• Multi-factor authentication (MFA) available for all minibet accounts
• Regular security audits and penetration testing by independent cybersecurity professionals
• Access controls limiting employee access to personal data on a strict need-to-know basis
• 24/7 security monitoring for suspicious activity and potential data breaches

10 Your Privacy Rights

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

• Right to be informed: The right to know what personal data minibet collects about you and how it is used — which is the purpose of this Privacy Policy.
• Right of access: The right to request a copy of the personal data minibet holds about you.
• Right to rectification: The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to erasure: The right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to minibet's legal retention obligations.
• Right to object: The right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or where processing is based on legitimate interests.
• Right to data portability: The right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.
• Right to lodge a complaint: The right to file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) if you believe minibet has violated your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact minibet's Data Protection Officer using the contact details in Section 14. minibet will respond to all verified requests within 30 days.

11 Children's Privacy

The minibet Platform is strictly for adults aged 21 years and above. minibet does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 21. If you are under 21, you must not register for or use the minibet Platform.

If minibet becomes aware that personal data has been collected from a person under 21 years of age, we will immediately close the account, delete the associated personal data, and return any deposited funds to the payment source. If you believe a minor has registered on minibet, please contact our support team immediately.

12 Third-Party Links

The minibet Platform may contain references to third-party services such as payment providers. minibet is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use in connection with your minibet account, including GCash and PayMaya.

13 Updates to This Policy

minibet may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices, applicable law, or regulatory requirements. When material changes are made, minibet will notify registered players via email or an in-platform notification. The updated Policy will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date at the top.

Your continued use of the minibet Platform after the publication of a revised Privacy Policy constitutes your acknowledgment of the changes. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

14 Contact & Data Protection Officer

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or minibet's handling of your personal data, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):

You also have the right to lodge a complaint directly with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines if you believe your data privacy rights have been violated. The NPC is the government body responsible for enforcing the Data Privacy Act of 2012.