1606 Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how 1606 collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects the personal information of players and visitors who access the 1606 platform in the Philippines. It applies to all interactions with the 1606 website, mobile app, customer support channels, and any related services. By registering an account or continuing to use the platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy. We are committed to handling your data responsibly and in line with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and guidelines issued by the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines. If you have questions about how your information is handled, you can reach us at [email protected] at any time.

1. Information We Collect

When you register and use 1606, we collect information that is necessary to operate your account, verify your identity, process transactions in Philippine pesos (PHP), and deliver a personalised platform experience. The categories of information we collect include: your full name, date of birth, and government-issued identification details for age and identity verification; your contact details including email address and mobile number; your login credentials (stored in encrypted form); financial information such as your preferred payment method and transaction history; and device and usage data including IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited. We may also collect information you voluntarily provide when you contact our support team, respond to promotions, or participate in surveys. All collection is limited to what is strictly necessary for the purposes described in this policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

1606 uses the information we collect to operate, maintain, and improve the platform for Filipino players. Specifically, we use your data to: process account registration and verify that you meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years; facilitate deposits, withdrawals, and transaction records denominated in PHP; personalise your platform experience, including displaying relevant sports events, games, lottery draws, and promotions; communicate with you about your account, security alerts, and platform updates; comply with our legal and regulatory obligations under Philippine law, including anti-money laundering (AML) requirements; and investigate and prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorised access to the platform. We do not use your personal data to make automated decisions that produce significant legal effects without human oversight. Marketing communications from 1606 are only sent where you have provided consent or where we have a legitimate interest, and you can opt out at any time.

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Data

1606 does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for their own marketing purposes — this is a firm commitment to every player on the platform. We may share your data with carefully selected third-party service providers who assist us in operating the platform, such as payment processors, identity verification providers, and cloud infrastructure partners; all such parties are bound by strict data processing agreements and are only permitted to use your data for the specific purpose for which it was shared. We may also disclose your information to Philippine government authorities, regulators, or law enforcement agencies when required to do so by applicable law, court order, or regulatory obligation. In the event that 1606 undergoes a corporate restructure or acquisition, your data may be transferred as part of that process, subject to the same privacy protections described in this policy. We will notify you of any such material change in advance where required by law.

4. Data Storage and Security

All personal data collected by 1606 is stored on secure servers using industry-standard encryption protocols, including TLS for data in transit and AES-256 encryption for data at rest. Access to personal data is strictly limited to authorised personnel who require it to perform their job functions, and all staff with data access are subject to confidentiality obligations. We implement regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and access controls to maintain the integrity of our systems and protect your information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Despite these measures, no online platform can guarantee absolute security; in the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify affected users and the NPC in accordance with Philippine data breach notification requirements. You are also responsible for keeping your own login credentials confidential and for notifying us immediately if you suspect any unauthorised access to your 1606 account.

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

1606 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 laws and regulations. Account data and transaction records are generally kept for a minimum of five years following account closure to comply with AML and financial record-keeping obligations. If you request deletion of your account and there are no outstanding legal holds or regulatory requirements preventing deletion, we will process your request within a reasonable timeframe and confirm when your data has been removed. Certain anonymised or aggregated data may be retained indefinitely for analytical and platform improvement purposes, as it can no longer be linked back to any individual. Where data is no longer required and there is no legal basis for retention, it is securely deleted or anonymised in line with our internal data lifecycle procedures.

6. Your Rights as a Data Subject

As a Filipino 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, the right to access a copy of the personal data we hold about you, and the right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information in your account. You also have the right to object to or withdraw consent for certain types of data processing, the right to erasure or blocking of your data where it is no longer necessary or where processing was unlawful, and the right to data portability where technically feasible. To exercise any of these rights, please contact 1606 at [email protected] with your request and sufficient identification to verify your identity. We aim to respond to all valid data subject requests within 30 days. If you believe your rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

1606 uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to ensure the platform functions correctly, to remember your session and preferences, and to analyse how the platform is used so we can make improvements for Filipino players. Essential cookies are necessary for the platform to operate and cannot be disabled; these include session cookies that keep you logged in and security cookies that protect against cross-site request forgery. Analytical cookies help us understand which features are most used and where players encounter difficulties, allowing us to prioritise improvements. You can manage or disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings at any time, though doing so may affect the functionality of certain platform features. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or behavioural tracking for the purpose of selling your data to advertisers.

8. Changes to This Policy

1606 reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, platform features, or applicable Philippine laws and regulations. When we make material changes to this policy, we will notify registered players via email or a prominent notice on the platform prior to the changes taking effect. The date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent revision. Your continued use of the 1606 platform after any changes have been communicated constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage all players to review this page periodically to stay informed. If you have any concerns about a change to this policy, please contact us at [email protected] before the effective date.