At 999if, your privacy is not an afterthought — it is a core part of how we build and operate our platform. This Privacy Policy explains exactly what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the rights you have as a Filipino player under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012.
Our Commitment
These six principles guide every data decision we make at 999if. They are a summary — the full details are in the policy sections below.
Every piece of data transmitted between your device and the 999if platform is protected by bank-grade 256-bit SSL encryption — the same standard used by BPI and BDO online banking.
999if will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third-party marketers. Your data is used solely to operate your account and improve your experience on the platform.
999if fully complies with Republic Act No. 10173 — the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 — and its implementing rules. Your rights as a data subject are recognized and upheld.
You have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal data held by 999if. Our support team processes all data subject requests within the timeframes required by Philippine law.
Player personal data and financial data are stored in separate, access-controlled environments. Only authorized 999if personnel with a legitimate operational need can access your information.
In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, 999if will notify you and the National Privacy Commission within the timeframes mandated by Philippine law.
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how 999if ("999if," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects the personal information of individuals ("you," "your," or "Player") who access or use the 999if website at https://999if.app and all associated services, games, and features (collectively, the "Platform").
999if is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all its players, particularly those based in the Philippines. This Policy is drafted in compliance with Republic Act No. 10173, otherwise known as the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 ("DPA"), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and the issuances of the National Privacy Commission ("NPC").
By registering an account on the 999if Platform or by continuing to use our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described herein.
For the purposes of the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012, 999if acts as the Personal Information Controller in respect of the personal data it collects and processes in connection with the operation of the Platform.
As Personal Information Controller, 999if determines the purposes and means of processing your personal data and is responsible for ensuring that such processing is carried out in accordance with the DPA and all applicable data privacy regulations in the Philippines.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to the processing of your personal data by 999if, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at the details provided in Section 16 of this Policy.
999if collects the following categories of personal data from players and prospective players:
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Identity Data | Full legal name, date of birth, gender, nationality, government-issued ID number (e.g., Philippine passport, SSS, UMID, driver's license) | Account registration, KYC verification, age verification (21+) |
| Contact Data | Email address, mobile number, residential address (city, province, barangay) | Account communication, support, regulatory notices |
| Financial Data | GCash number, PayMaya account, bank account details (BPI, BDO, Metrobank, UnionBank), transaction history | Processing deposits and withdrawals, fraud prevention, AML compliance |
| Technical Data | IP address, device type, browser type and version, operating system, session timestamps | Platform security, fraud detection, service optimization |
| Usage Data | Games played, wager amounts, session duration, bonus usage, login history | Responsible gaming monitoring, personalization, regulatory reporting |
| Communications Data | Support chat transcripts, email correspondence, feedback submissions | Customer support, dispute resolution, service improvement |
999if collects personal data through the following means:
999if does not collect personal data from third-party social media platforms or data brokers for marketing purposes.
999if processes your personal data for the following purposes:
Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012, 999if processes your personal data on the following legal bases:
Where 999if relies on your consent as the legal basis for processing, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.
999if does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party. We may share your personal data with the following categories of recipients only to the extent necessary for the purposes described in this Policy:
The 999if Platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, maintain session security, and collect analytical data about Platform usage. A cookie is a small text file placed on your device by a website when you visit it.
999if uses the following categories of cookies:
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impair the functionality of the 999if Platform, including your ability to log in and play games.
999if retains your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable Philippine law and regulatory obligations.
The following general retention periods apply:
Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, 999if will securely delete or anonymize your personal data in accordance with its data disposal procedures.
999if implements a comprehensive set of technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction. These measures include:
Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data held by 999if:
To exercise any of the above rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer using the contact details in Section 16. 999if will respond to all data subject requests within fifteen (15) days of receipt, as required by the DPA.
The 999if Platform is strictly intended for individuals who are 21 years of age or older, in accordance with Philippine gaming law. 999if does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 21.
If 999if becomes aware that it has inadvertently collected personal data from an individual under 21 years of age, it will immediately suspend the relevant account, delete the personal data in question, and take appropriate steps to prevent recurrence.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has registered an account on the 999if Platform, please contact us immediately at the details provided in Section 16 so that we can take prompt action.
In the course of operating the 999if Platform, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the Philippines — for example, where 999if's cloud infrastructure providers or game software suppliers are located.
Where such cross-border transfers occur, 999if ensures that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data to a standard equivalent to that required under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012. These safeguards may include:
By using the 999if Platform, you consent to the transfer of your personal data to other countries as described in this section, subject to the safeguards described above.
The 999if Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services, such as payment provider portals. This Privacy Policy applies solely to the 999if Platform and does not extend to any third-party websites or services that you may access via links on the Platform.
999if is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit before providing them with your personal information.
999if reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data processing practices, applicable law, or regulatory requirements. The date of the most recent revision is displayed at the top of this page.
When material changes are made to this Policy, 999if will notify registered players by email or by posting a prominent notice on the Platform prior to the changes taking effect. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of any amendment constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how 999if is protecting your personal data.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data by 999if, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Data Protection Officer — 999if
Email: privacy@999if.app
For general support inquiries, you may also reach our customer support team at: support@999if.app
Our support team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We aim to acknowledge all privacy-related requests within 48 hours and to resolve them within the 15-day period prescribed by the Philippine Data Privacy Act.
If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concern, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines through their official channels.
Your Data, Your Trust
Your privacy is protected every step of the way. Join the 999if community and enjoy a secure, fair, and responsible gaming experience built for Filipino players.