At phpinas, your privacy matters as much as your gaming experience. 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 on our platform.
phpinas ("phpinas," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of every player who uses the phpinas online gaming platform at phpinas.app. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how phpinas collects, processes, stores, shares, and protects your personal information when you access or use the phpinas website, mobile platform, games, and all related services (collectively, the "Platform").
This Policy is written in compliance with the Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 of the Philippines (DPA), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and the issuances of the National Privacy Commission (NPC). By registering for a phpinas account or otherwise using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy and consent to the processing of your personal data as described herein.
This Policy should be read together with the phpinas Terms & Conditions and Responsible Gaming Policy, both of which are incorporated by reference.
Your Privacy at a Glance: phpinas does not sell your personal data to third parties. We collect only what we need to operate the Platform safely and legally. You have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your data at any time.
For the purposes of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and this Policy, phpinas acts as the Personal Information Controller (PIC) in respect of the personal data it collects from players and visitors to the Platform. phpinas is responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing your personal data.
phpinas has designated a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who is responsible for overseeing compliance with this Policy and applicable Philippine data privacy laws. You may contact the phpinas DPO using the contact details provided in Section 15 of this Policy.
phpinas collects the following categories of personal data from players and Platform visitors:
Sensitive Personal Information: Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, certain data categories (such as government ID numbers and financial account details) are classified as sensitive personal information. phpinas processes such data only to the extent strictly necessary for KYC verification, payment processing, and regulatory compliance, and applies enhanced security measures to protect it.
phpinas collects your personal data through the following means:
phpinas uses your personal data for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Data Used |
|---|---|
| Account registration and management | Identity, contact, and login data |
| Age and identity verification (KYC) | Identity, KYC, and contact data |
| Processing deposits and withdrawals | Financial and identity data |
| Providing gaming services and game history | Account activity and gaming data |
| Bonus and promotion administration | Account activity and financial data |
| Customer support and dispute resolution | Identity, contact, and activity data |
| Fraud prevention and AML compliance | Identity, financial, and technical data |
| Responsible gaming monitoring and tools | Gaming activity and account data |
| Platform security and abuse prevention | Technical and usage data |
| Marketing communications (with consent) | Contact and preference data |
| Regulatory reporting and legal compliance | Identity, financial, and activity data |
| Platform improvement and analytics | Technical and usage data (anonymised where possible) |
phpinas will not use your personal data for any purpose incompatible with those listed above without first obtaining your consent or establishing another lawful basis for processing.
phpinas processes your personal data on the following legal bases under the Data Privacy Act of 2012:
phpinas retains your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, regulatory , accounting, or reporting requirements.
The following retention periods apply to key data categories:
Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, phpinas will securely delete or anonymise your personal data in accordance with its data disposal procedures.
phpinas implements a comprehensive set of technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
In the event of a personal data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, phpinas will notify the National Privacy Commission and affected players in accordance with the requirements of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and NPC Circular 16-03.
Your Role in Security: While phpinas takes every reasonable precaution to protect your data, you also play an important role. Keep your phpinas account password confidential, enable 2FA, and contact phpinas support immediately if you suspect any unauthorised access to your account.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit the phpinas Platform. phpinas uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons and local storage) to operate the Platform, remember your preferences, and analyse usage patterns.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the phpinas Platform. For marketing cookies, you may also update your preferences through your phpinas account settings or by contacting support.
As a data subject under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data held by phpinas:
To exercise any of the above rights, please contact the phpinas Data Protection Officer using the contact details in Section 15. phpinas will respond to all data subject requests within thirty (30) days of receipt, in accordance with NPC guidelines.
Please note: Some rights may be subject to limitations where phpinas has overriding legal obligations — for example, phpinas cannot delete KYC or transaction records that are required to be retained under Philippine AML law.
The phpinas Platform is strictly intended for persons aged 21 years and above, in accordance with Philippine gaming regulations. phpinas does not knowingly collect personal data from persons under the age of 21. If phpinas becomes aware that personal data has been collected from a person under 21, that account will be immediately closed and all associated data deleted or returned in accordance with applicable law.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a minor has registered on the phpinas Platform, please contact phpinas support immediately so that appropriate action can be taken.
phpinas primarily processes and stores personal data within the Philippines. Where it is necessary to transfer personal data to service providers or partners located outside the Philippines (for example, cloud infrastructure providers or international KYC verification services), phpinas ensures that such transfers are conducted in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and NPC guidelines, including through the use of appropriate contractual safeguards such as data processing agreements that impose data protection standards equivalent to those required under Philippine law.
phpinas will not transfer your personal data to jurisdictions that do not provide an adequate level of data protection without first implementing appropriate safeguards and, where required, obtaining your consent.
phpinas 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 NPC guidance. The date of the most recent revision is displayed at the top of this page.
Where changes are material, phpinas will notify registered players via email or an on-platform notification prior to the changes taking effect. Your continued use of the phpinas Platform after any amendment constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. If you do not agree to the amended Policy, you should cease using the Platform and may request account closure in accordance with the phpinas Terms & Conditions.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data by phpinas, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
phpinas Data Protection Officer
Email: [email protected]
General Support: [email protected]
Response Time: Within 30 days for data subject requests; within 24 hours for general support enquiries
Support Hours: 24/7, Philippine Standard Time (PST)
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines if you believe that phpinas has not handled your personal data in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012. Information on how to file a complaint with the NPC is available on the NPC's official website.
Privacy and security are built into every layer of the phpinas platform
Every transaction and data transfer on phpinas is protected by 256-bit SSL encryption — the same standard used by BSP-regulated banks and e-wallets like GCash and Maya.
phpinas fully complies with Republic Act No. 10173 — the Data Privacy Act of 2012. Your rights as a Filipino data subject are respected and upheld at every step.
phpinas will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third-party advertisers or data brokers. Your data is used only to operate and improve your phpinas experience.
Access, correct, or request deletion of your data anytime. phpinas responds to all data subject requests within 30 days, in line with NPC guidelines and the Data Privacy Act.
phpinas has a designated DPO overseeing all data privacy matters. Got a concern? Reach out directly — we take every privacy enquiry seriously and respond promptly.
phpinas undergoes regular independent security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities before they can affect your data or gaming experience.
Now that you know how phpinas protects your personal data, play with full confidence. Fast GCash payouts, 500+ games, and a platform built for Filipino players — with your privacy and security at the core. Must be 21 or older to play.