Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how 703 pub ("703 pub", "we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects the personal information of users ("you", "your") who access or use the 703 pub online gaming platform at https://703pub.org and its associated mobile interfaces (collectively, the "Platform").

703 pub is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and all applicable issuances of the National Privacy Commission (NPC). We are also guided by PAGCOR's data handling requirements for licensed online gaming operators.

By registering for or using the 703 pub Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy and consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described herein. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use the Platform.

2. Data Controller

For the purposes of the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012, the data controller responsible for your personal information is the operator of the 703 pub Platform. As data controller, 703 pub determines the purposes and means of processing your personal data and is accountable for ensuring that such processing complies with applicable Philippine data privacy law.

703 pub has designated a Data Protection Officer (DPO) responsible for overseeing compliance with this Policy and applicable data privacy regulations. You may contact our DPO at any time using the contact details provided in Section 14 of this Policy.

3. Personal Data We Collect

3.1 Registration and Account Data

When you create a 703 pub account, we collect the following information:

• Full legal name (as it appears on your government-issued ID);
• Date of birth (to verify you are 21 years of age or older);
• Philippine mobile number;
• Email address;
• Username and encrypted password;
• Residential address in the Philippines.

3.2 Identity Verification (KYC) Data

To comply with PAGCOR licensing requirements and Philippine anti-money laundering regulations, we may collect:

• Copies of government-issued identification documents (e.g., Philippine passport, driver's license, SSS/UMID card, PhilSys National ID);
• Proof of address documents (e.g., utility bills, bank statements);
• Selfie photographs for identity verification purposes;
• Proof of payment method ownership.

3.3 Financial and Transaction Data

We collect records of all financial transactions conducted through your 703 pub account, including deposit amounts, withdrawal requests, payment method details (account numbers, e-wallet identifiers), and transaction timestamps. We do not store full credit or debit card numbers on our servers.

3.4 Gaming Activity Data

We collect data about your gaming activity on the Platform, including games played, bets placed, winnings and losses, session durations, and responsible gaming tool usage (e.g., deposit limits set, self-exclusion requests).

3.5 Technical and Device Data

When you access the Platform, we automatically collect certain technical information, including your IP address, device type and operating system, browser type and version, referring URLs, and pages visited within the Platform.

3.6 Communications Data

We retain records of communications between you and 703 pub, including customer support chat transcripts, emails, and any feedback or complaints you submit.

4. How We Collect Your Data

703 pub collects your personal data through the following means:

• Directly from you: When you register an account, complete KYC verification, make deposits or withdrawals, contact customer support, or participate in promotions;
• Automatically: Through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies when you use the Platform (see Section 11 for details);
• From third parties: From identity verification service providers, payment processors, fraud prevention services, and PAGCOR's exclusion databases, where permitted by law.

5. How We Use Your Personal Data

703 pub uses your personal data for the following purposes:

• To create and manage your 703 pub account and verify your identity;
• To process deposits, withdrawals, and other financial transactions;
• To comply with PAGCOR licensing conditions, Philippine anti-money laundering laws, and other applicable regulations;
• To detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, cheating, money laundering, and other prohibited activities;
• To enforce our Terms & Conditions and Responsible Gaming Policy;
• To provide customer support and respond to your inquiries;
• To send you transactional communications (e.g., deposit confirmations, withdrawal notifications, security alerts);
• To send you promotional communications about 703 pub offers and new games, where you have consented to receive such communications;
• To personalize your gaming experience and improve the Platform;
• To conduct analytics and research to understand how the Platform is used;
• To comply with legal obligations, including responding to lawful requests from Philippine government authorities.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

703 pub processes your personal data on the following legal bases under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012:

• Contractual necessity: Processing required to fulfill our obligations under the Terms & Conditions, including account management and transaction processing;
• Legal obligation: Processing required to comply with PAGCOR regulations, anti-money laundering laws, tax obligations, and other applicable Philippine legal requirements;
• Legitimate interests: Processing for fraud prevention, platform security, and analytics, where our legitimate 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.

7. Sharing Your Personal Data

703 pub does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes. We may share your personal data with the following categories of recipients, strictly as necessary:

7.1 Service Providers

We engage trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating the Platform, including payment processors (GCash, PayMaya, Philippine banks), identity verification providers, cloud hosting providers, customer support platforms, and analytics services. These providers are contractually bound to process your data only on our instructions and in accordance with applicable Philippine data privacy law.

7.2 Regulatory and Law Enforcement Authorities

We may disclose your personal data to PAGCOR, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), the National Privacy Commission (NPC), and other Philippine government authorities where required by law, court order, or regulatory directive.

7.3 Responsible Gaming Databases

Where required by PAGCOR regulations, we may share information about self-excluded players with PAGCOR's exclusion database to prevent access to other licensed gaming platforms.

7.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of 703 pub's business, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections described in this Policy.

8. Data Retention

703 pub retains your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable Philippine law and PAGCOR regulations. The following general retention periods apply:

• Account and KYC data: Retained for the duration of your account and for a minimum of five (5) years after account closure, as required by Philippine anti-money laundering regulations;
• Transaction records: Retained for a minimum of five (5) years from the date of each transaction;
• Gaming activity logs: Retained for a minimum of three (3) years;
• Customer support communications: Retained for two (2) years from the date of the last communication;
• Self-exclusion records: Retained indefinitely to prevent re-registration by excluded players.

When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with our data disposal procedures.

9. Data Security

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

• TLS 1.3 encryption for all data transmitted between your device and our servers;
• AES-256 encryption for sensitive data stored in our databases;
• Multi-factor authentication options for account access;
• Regular security audits and penetration testing by independent third parties;
• Strict access controls limiting employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis;
• Comprehensive staff training on data privacy and security obligations;
• Incident response procedures for detecting and responding to data breaches.

10. Your Data Privacy Rights

Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data held by 703 pub:

• Right to be informed: You have the right to be informed about how your personal data is collected and processed, as described in this Policy;
• Right of access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you;
• Right to rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data;
• Right to erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to our legal retention obligations;
• Right to object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or on grounds relating to your particular situation;
• Right to data portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format;
• Right to lodge a complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) if you believe your data privacy rights have been violated.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer using the details in Section 14. We will respond to all verified requests within thirty (30) calendar days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

11.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit the 703 pub Platform. They help us recognize your device, remember your preferences, and understand how you use the Platform.

11.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Strictly necessary cookies: Essential for the Platform to function, including session management, security tokens, and login state. These cannot be disabled.
• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences such as language settings and responsible gaming tool configurations.
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Platform so we can improve performance and user experience. Data collected is aggregated and anonymized where possible.

11.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the 703 pub Platform. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Platform to operate securely.

12. Minors and Age Restriction

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a minor has registered on the 703 pub Platform, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so that we can take prompt action.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

703 pub reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data processing practices, applicable Philippine law, or PAGCOR regulatory requirements. When material changes are made, we will notify registered users via email or a prominent notice on the Platform at least seven (7) days before the changes take effect.

The date of the most recent revision is displayed at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of any revised Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Contact Our Data Protection Officer

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

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 not been adequately addressed by 703 pub.