ph 26 Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you register an account with ph 26, we collect personal information that is necessary to verify your identity and operate your account securely. This includes your full name, date of birth, email address, mobile number, and the account credentials you create during registration. For financial transactions, we may also collect payment-related details such as your GCash or Maya account name and the bank account information you provide for withdrawal purposes. We collect device and usage data automatically when you access the platform, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and session activity logs. This technical data helps us detect suspicious access patterns, maintain platform stability, and improve the overall experience for Filipino players. We do not collect sensitive personal information beyond what is strictly required for account management, identity verification, and regulatory compliance under Philippine law. All data collection is conducted transparently and in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 of the Philippines.

2. How We Use Your Information

The personal data we collect is used exclusively for the purposes of operating and improving the ph 26 platform for players across the Philippines. Your identity information is used to verify your account, process deposits and withdrawals, and comply with our obligations under applicable Philippine regulations. Usage and device data allows us to monitor for fraudulent activity, protect your account from unauthorised access, and ensure the platform performs reliably on mobile devices. We may use your contact details to send you important account notifications, security alerts, and updates about changes to our terms or policies — we do not use your contact information for unsolicited marketing without your explicit consent. Aggregated and anonymised data may be used internally to analyse platform performance and player behaviour trends, but this data cannot be used to identify any individual player. We do not use automated decision-making processes that produce legal or similarly significant effects on your account without human review. Every use of your data is proportionate to the purpose for which it was collected and is consistent with your reasonable expectations as a registered player.

3. Sharing and Disclosure

ph 26 does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party for commercial purposes — your information is not a product. We may share limited personal data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the platform, such as payment processors, identity verification services, and cloud infrastructure providers, but only to the extent necessary for them to perform their specific function. All third-party partners are contractually required to handle your data in accordance with applicable Philippine data protection standards and are prohibited from using your information for any purpose beyond the service they provide to ph 26. In certain circumstances, we may be required to disclose personal data to Philippine government authorities, law enforcement agencies, or regulatory bodies where we are legally obligated to do so. We will notify you of any such disclosure where permitted by law. We do not transfer your personal data outside the Philippines unless adequate data protection safeguards are in place and the transfer is necessary for the operation of your account. Any disclosure beyond the above is subject to your prior written consent.

4. Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal data for as long as your account remains active and for such additional periods as are required by applicable Philippine law or regulatory obligations. When your account is closed, we will securely delete or anonymise your personal data within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required for legal, audit, or dispute resolution purposes. ph 26 implements industry-standard technical and organisational security measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include encrypted data storage, secure transmission protocols, access controls limiting data access to authorised personnel only, and regular security reviews of our systems. While we take every reasonable precaution to protect your information, no online platform can guarantee absolute security, and you are encouraged to use a strong, unique password and to keep your login credentials confidential. If you suspect that your account has been compromised, please contact our support team immediately so we can take prompt action to secure your data. We take data breach incidents seriously and will notify affected players and the relevant Philippine authorities in accordance with our legal obligations.

5. Your Rights as a Data Subject

As a Filipino player and data subject under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the right to be informed about how your personal data is collected and used, and this Privacy Policy is our primary means of fulfilling that obligation. You have the right to access the personal data we hold about you and to request a copy of that information in a commonly used electronic format. If any of your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct it promptly. You may also request the deletion or blocking of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, subject to any overriding legal obligations we may have to retain it. If you believe that your data privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines. To exercise any of these rights, please contact our support team using the details provided in this policy, and we will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law. We are committed to making the exercise of your data rights as straightforward as possible for all players across the Philippines.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

ph 26 uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to ensure the platform functions correctly and to provide you with a seamless experience on both desktop and mobile devices. Essential cookies are necessary for core platform functions such as maintaining your login session and remembering your preferences, and these cannot be disabled without affecting your ability to use the platform. We may also use analytical cookies to understand how players navigate the platform, which pages are most visited, and where technical issues occur — this data is used solely to improve the platform and is not linked to your personal identity. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time, though disabling certain cookies may limit some platform functionality. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels that share your browsing behaviour with external advertisers. Our use of cookies is limited to what is necessary for platform operation and internal analytics, consistent with our commitment to player privacy. For more information about managing cookies on your specific device or browser, please refer to your browser's help documentation.

7. Updates to This Privacy Policy

ph 26 reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices, platform features, or applicable Philippine law. When material changes are made, we will notify registered players through the platform or via the contact details associated with their account, and the updated policy will be published on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically so that you remain informed about how we protect your personal data. Your continued use of the platform following notification of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you have questions or concerns about any aspect of this policy, please reach out to our support team at support at ph26.org and we will be happy to assist you.