bit177 Privacy Policy
The privacy of your personal information on the bit177 platform is of the highest importance to us. This policy explains in detail how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Section 1
Definitions and Scope
This privacy policy ("Policy") applies to the website and related services operated by bit177 ("we", "our", "Platform"). When you visit the bit177 website, register, or use any of our services, the terms of this policy automatically come into effect.
Some important definitions used in this policy are listed below:
Key Definitions
- Personal Information: Any information that can directly or indirectly identify a person, such as a name, email address, phone number, or national identity card number.
- Processing: Any operation carried out on personal information — collection, storage, use, transfer, or deletion.
- Third Party: Any person or organisation other than bit177 and you.
- Cookies: Small text files stored in your browser that are used to improve your experience when visiting the platform.
- User: Any person who visits or uses the bit177 website.
Section 2
Data Collection
bit177 collects various types of information in order to provide its services. We collect only the information that is necessary to operate our services and that may be collected lawfully.
Registration and Account Information
When you create an account on bit177, we collect the following information:
- Full name and date of birth (for age verification)
- Email address and mobile number
- Residential address
- National identity card or passport number (for identity verification)
- bKash, Nagad, or Rocket account number (for financial transactions)
- Bank account details (for bank transfers)
Automatically Collected Information
Some information is collected automatically while you use the platform:
- IP address and device type
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages visited and session duration
- Login and logout time and date
- Transaction history and gaming activity logs
Voluntarily Provided Information
When you contact customer support or take part in a survey, we collect any information you provide. Providing this information is entirely optional, but withholding it may reduce the quality of certain services.
Section 3
Use of Data
bit177 uses collected personal information for specific and lawful purposes. We never use your information for unauthorised purposes.
Primary Purposes
- Creating and managing your account
- Processing financial transactions including deposits and withdrawals
- Verifying identity and ensuring fraud prevention
- Providing bonuses, promotions, and VIP benefits
- Providing 24/7 customer support and live chat assistance
- Meeting legal obligations and producing reports
For Service Improvement
- Analysing and improving platform performance
- Providing a customised experience based on your preferences
- Identifying and resolving technical issues
- Testing and strengthening security measures
For Communication Purposes
We use your email or mobile number to send transaction confirmations, important account-related notifications, and, with your consent, promotional offers. You can opt out of promotional communications at any time.
Section 4
Data Storage and Security
bit177 has put in place industry-standard technical and organisational security measures to keep your personal information safe. Our platform is protected by SSL encryption technology, which guards your information and transactions against unauthorised access.
Security Measures
- SSL Encryption: All data transfers are protected by 256-bit SSL encryption.
- Firewall Protection: An advanced firewall system remains active against unauthorised access attempts.
- Two-Factor Authentication: An additional layer of security for account access.
- Regular Security Audits: The platform's security measures are reviewed on a regular basis.
- Restricted Access: Only authorised staff may access your information.
Data Retention Period
We retain your information for as long as necessary. Typically, data is kept for a specified period after account closure to meet legal obligations. Once those legal obligations end, the information is securely deleted or anonymised.
What Happens in the Event of a Data Breach
If there is any reason to believe the security of your information has been compromised, we will promptly contact the affected users and take the necessary precautionary steps.
Section 5
Sharing Data with Third Parties
bit177 never sells your personal information to third parties. However, in certain situations, sharing some information with partners may be necessary in order to operate our services.
Legitimate Reasons for Sharing Data
- Payment Processors: Information required to process transactions via bKash, Nagad, Rocket, or bank transfer.
- Identity Verification Services: Approved service providers for meeting KYC (Know Your Customer) obligations.
- Game Providers: For running gaming operations with providers such as Pragmatic Play, Evolution Gaming, PG Soft, JILI, and Spribe.
- Legal Authorities: In response to a court order or a lawful request from a law enforcement agency.
- Fraud Prevention: Approved organisations that assist in detecting money laundering or fraud.
Third Party Responsibilities
All third parties with whom we share information are contractually bound to maintain confidentiality and to follow our privacy standards. They may use the information only for the specified purpose.
Section 6
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies and similar tracking technologies are used on the bit177 website. These technologies help improve your experience and keep the platform running smoothly.
Types of Cookies
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functioning of the website. The site does not work properly without them and they cannot be turned off.
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings, such as language preference and login information.
- Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymous information about platform usage that is used to improve the service.
- Security Cookies: Used to detect and prevent fraud.
Cookie Controls
You can accept or reject cookies by changing your browser settings. Please note, however, that turning off essential cookies may disrupt some important functions of the website.
Section 7
Your Rights
As a bit177 user, you have certain important rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and help you exercise them.
Your Rights at a Glance
- Right of Access: The right to know what information we hold about you. Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of your information.
- Right to Rectification: The right to have your information corrected if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Right to Erasure: The right to request deletion of your information in certain circumstances.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You may request that the processing of your information be restricted for specific reasons.
- Right to Object: The right to object to specific uses of your information.
- Right to Data Portability: The right to receive your information in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: The right to withdraw any consent you have given at any time.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of the above rights, please contact our 24/7 live chat service or submit a request by email. We are committed to responding to your request within 30 business days of receipt.
Section 8
Protection of Minors
bit177 is for persons aged 21 and over only. We do not knowingly collect or process the information of any minor.
Age Verification Process
During the registration process we verify the date of birth, and age is confirmed through the KYC process. If we become aware that a minor is using our services, we will immediately close their account and delete the associated information.
Request to Parents / Guardians
If you believe your minor child is using our platform, please let us know immediately via our 24/7 live chat or by email. We will take the necessary steps promptly.
Section 9
Policy Changes
bit177 reserves the right to amend or update this privacy policy as needed. Changes to this policy may be made due to regulatory changes, technological developments, or business requirements.
Notice of Changes
For any significant changes to this policy, we will display a clear notice on the platform and notify registered users by email. Notice will be provided at least 15 days before the date the changes take effect.
Previous Versions
Previous versions of this policy may be made available upon request. Continued use of the platform after changes have been made will be considered your acceptance of the updated policy.
Section 10
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this privacy policy, please get in touch with us. Our privacy team is ready to respond to your request appropriately.
Live Chat Support
Contact us 24/7 via live chat in Bengali. Our skilled support team is always ready to assist you.
For other documents related to our privacy policy, please visit our Terms & Conditions and Responsible Gaming pages.