Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains exactly what personal data ph.8 collects, why we collect it, how we use it, and the rights you have over your own information.
A plain-language summary of our core privacy commitments. The full legal text follows below — please read it in its entirety.
ph.8 uses industry-standard SSL encryption and secure server infrastructure to protect your personal data at rest and in transit. We conduct regular security audits and apply strict access controls to all systems that hold player information.
ph.8 only collects the personal data that is strictly necessary to operate the platform, verify your identity, process transactions, and comply with Philippine regulatory requirements. We do not collect data for its own sake.
ph.8 does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes. Your information is used solely to operate and improve the ph.8 platform and to meet our legal obligations under Philippine law.
As a Filipino player, you have rights under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), including the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal data. ph.8 honours all of these rights fully.
ph.8 retains your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable Philippine law and PAGCOR regulations. We do not hold data indefinitely.
In the unlikely event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, ph.8 will notify affected players and the National Privacy Commission (NPC) within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, as required by Philippine law.
Under Republic Act No. 10173, you have the following rights regarding your personal data held by ph.8. You may exercise any of these rights by contacting our Data Protection Officer.
You have the right to request a copy of the personal data ph.8 holds about you, including information on how it is being processed and with whom it has been shared.
You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data ph.8 holds about you. We will process rectification requests within ten (10) business days.
You may request deletion of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, subject to our legal retention obligations under PAGCOR regulations.
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes. Upon receipt of a valid objection, ph.8 will cease such processing immediately.
You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format and to transmit that data to another controller where technically feasible.
If you believe ph.8 has not handled your personal data in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines.
Important Notice: This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how ph.8 ("we," "us," or "the Company") collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal data of users ("you" or "Player") of the ph.8 online gaming platform accessible at ph8.today. This Policy is issued in compliance with Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations. By registering an account or using the ph.8 platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy.
1.1 ph.8 is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all players who use our online gaming platform. We understand that trust is the foundation of our relationship with you, and we take our data protection obligations seriously.
1.2 This Policy applies to all personal data collected through the ph.8 website at ph8.today, the ph.8 mobile application, customer support communications, and any other service operated by ph.8. It applies to all players located in the Philippines.
1.3 This Policy should be read together with our Terms & Conditions and our Responsible Gaming Policy, both of which are incorporated by reference.
2.1 ph.8 is the data controller responsible for the personal data collected through the ph.8 platform. As data controller, ph.8 determines the purposes and means of processing your personal data.
2.2 ph.8 has appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who is responsible for overseeing compliance with this Policy and with the Data Privacy Act of 2012. You may contact the DPO directly using the contact details provided in Section 15 of this Policy.
2.3 ph.8 is registered with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines as required by applicable law.
3.1 ph.8 collects the following categories of personal data from players:
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Identity Data | Full name, date of birth, government-issued ID number, photograph | Account registration, KYC verification, age verification |
| Contact Data | Email address, mobile number, home address | Account communications, transaction notifications, support |
| Financial Data | GCash number, PayMaya account, bank account details (BPI, BDO, Metrobank) | Processing deposits and withdrawals, fraud prevention |
| Transaction Data | Deposit history, withdrawal history, betting history, game activity logs | Account management, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution |
| Technical Data | IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, session logs | Platform security, fraud detection, service improvement |
| Usage Data | Pages visited, games played, time spent on platform, click patterns | Platform optimisation, personalisation, responsible gaming monitoring |
| Communications Data | Customer support chat logs, email correspondence, complaint records | Support delivery, quality assurance, dispute resolution |
3.2 ph.8 does not collect sensitive personal information as defined under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, or health data) unless strictly required for responsible gaming compliance purposes, in which case your explicit consent will be obtained.
4.1 ph.8 collects personal data through the following means:
5.1 ph.8 processes your personal data on the following legal bases under the Data Privacy Act of 2012:
6.1 ph.8 uses your personal data for the following purposes:
Responsible Gaming Note: ph.8 uses your transaction and usage data to monitor for signs of problem gambling behaviour. This processing is carried out in your interest and in compliance with our responsible gaming obligations. If our monitoring identifies a concern, our responsible gaming team may contact you. You can learn more on our Responsible Gaming page.
7.1 ph.8 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 only where necessary and lawful:
7.2 All third-party service providers who process personal data on behalf of ph.8 are required to enter into data processing agreements that comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
7.3 ph.8 does not transfer personal data outside the Philippines except where required by law or where adequate data protection safeguards are in place.
8.1 ph.8 uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on the ph.8 platform to enhance your experience, maintain session security, and analyse platform usage.
8.2 The following types of cookies are used on the ph.8 platform:
8.3 You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the ph.8 platform.
9.1 ph.8 retains your personal data for the following periods:
9.2 Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, ph.8 will securely delete or anonymise your personal data in accordance with our data disposal procedures.
10.1 ph.8 implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, destruction, or disclosure. These measures include:
10.2 While ph.8 takes all reasonable steps to protect your personal data, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
Security Tip: Never share your ph.8 password with anyone. ph.8 staff will never ask for your password. If you suspect your account has been compromised, contact our support team immediately at [email protected].
11.1 To exercise any of your rights under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 as described in the summary section above, please submit a written request to ph.8's Data Protection Officer using the contact details in Section 15.
11.2 ph.8 will acknowledge your request within five (5) business days and will respond substantively within fifteen (15) business days of receipt. Where a request is complex or involves a large volume of data, we may extend this period by a further fifteen (15) business days, in which case we will notify you of the extension and the reasons for it.
11.3 ph.8 will not charge a fee for processing privacy rights requests unless the request is manifestly unfounded or excessive, in which case a reasonable administrative fee may apply.
11.4 ph.8 may need to verify your identity before processing a privacy rights request to ensure that personal data is not disclosed to an unauthorised person.
12.1 The ph.8 platform is strictly intended for individuals aged 21 years and above. ph.8 does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 21.
12.2 If ph.8 becomes aware that personal data has been collected from an individual under the age of 21, we will immediately close the associated account, void all wagers placed, return any deposited funds to the source payment method, and securely delete all personal data associated with that account.
12.3 If you believe that ph.8 may have inadvertently collected personal data from an individual under 21, please contact our Data Protection Officer immediately.
13.1 The ph.8 platform does not contain links to third-party websites or services. ph.8 is not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party payment processors or service providers whose interfaces you may access in the course of making deposits or withdrawals. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use in connection with your ph.8 account.
14.1 ph.8 reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data processing practices, applicable law, or PAGCOR regulatory requirements.
14.2 Material changes to this Policy will be communicated to players via the registered email address or through a prominent notice on the ph.8 platform at least seven (7) days prior to the changes taking effect.
14.3 The effective date at the top of this Policy will be updated to reflect the date of the most recent revision. Your continued use of the ph.8 platform following the effective date of any amendment constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
15.1 If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data by ph.8, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
ph.8 Data Protection Officer
Website: ph8.today
Email: [email protected]
Support Email: [email protected]
Response Time: Within 5 business days
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Philippine Standard Time)
15.2 If you are not satisfied with ph.8's response to your privacy concern, 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.
Now that you know how ph.8 protects your personal data, you can play with full confidence. Register your account today, fund via GCash or PayMaya, and enjoy the best online gaming in the Philippines. Must be 21 or older.