Your Privacy Is Our Responsibility
This privacy policy provides a complete description of how your personal information is collected, used, and protected on the 177bad platform.
Introduction and Overview
177bad ("we", "our", or "platform") provides a safe and reliable online gaming service for players in Bangladesh. We place the highest importance on the privacy of our users and are fully committed to protecting your personal information.
The purpose of this privacy policy is to clearly inform you of what kind of information 177bad collects, why it is collected, how it is used, and what measures are taken to protect your information. Please read this policy carefully before using our services.
If this policy changes, we will update it on this page and, where necessary, notify registered users. Continued use of the services after any changes will be considered acceptance of the updated policy.
What Information We Collect
177bad may collect the following types of information:
2.1 Information Provided Directly by You
- Full name and date of birth (for age verification)
- Email address and contact details
- Account login information (username and encrypted password)
- Documents required for identity verification (where applicable)
- Payment-related information — bKash, Nagad, Rocket, Upay account numbers (for processing transactions)
- Information provided when contacting customer support
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Device information — operating system, browser type and version
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Date, time, and session duration of site visits
- Which pages were visited and which links were clicked
- Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies
2.3 Gaming and Transaction Information
- Game play history, bet amounts, and results
- Deposit and withdrawal transaction records
- Bonus and promotion usage information
- VIP tier activity and points information
Purpose of Collecting Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
3.1 Providing and Operating Services
- Creating and managing your account
- Processing deposits, withdrawals, and other financial transactions
- Ensuring uninterrupted operation of gaming services
- Providing bonuses and promotional offers
- Ensuring customer support services
3.2 Ensuring Security and Legitimacy
- Verifying user identity and age (for users aged 21 and above only)
- Preventing fraud, deceptive activity, and money laundering
- Ensuring account security and preventing unauthorized access
- Ensuring compliance with responsible gaming guidelines
3.3 Service Improvement
- Analyzing user experience and improving service quality
- Delivering relevant promotions and offers to you (based on consent)
- Identifying and resolving technical issues
- Planning new games and features
Sharing Information with Third Parties
177bad does not sell your personal information to third parties. However, some information may be shared in the limited circumstances described below:
- Payment Processors: Information necessary to process transactions through bKash, Nagad, Rocket, and Upay. These service providers are governed by their own privacy policies.
- Technology Partners: Service providers that assist in operating the platform — only the necessary information is shared and they are bound by contractual confidentiality obligations.
- Legal Obligations: Information may be disclosed as required to comply with court orders, lawful requests from law enforcement agencies, or applicable legal obligations.
- Fraud Prevention: Necessary information may be shared with service providers specializing in cybersecurity and fraud prevention.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a company merger or acquisition, user information may be transferred, but the protections of this policy will be maintained.
Information Security Measures
177bad applies industry-standard technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
5.1 Technical Security
- Data transmission is secured using SSL/TLS encryption technology
- Passwords are stored in encrypted form and are never kept in plain readable text
- Data related to payment information is protected according to industry-standard encryption
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments are conducted
- Firewalls and intrusion detection systems are active
5.2 Organizational Security
- Only authorized personnel can access specific user information on a need-to-know basis
- All staff are bound by strict confidentiality agreements
- Staff receive regular training on data protection
- Defined procedures are in place for rapid response to data breach incidents
Please keep in mind that no transmission or storage of information over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. We strive for the highest level of protection, but an absolute guarantee of security is not possible.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The 177bad website uses cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. We use the following types of cookies:
6.1 Essential Cookies
These are essential for the core functionality of the website — maintaining login sessions, ensuring security, and saving language preferences. Without these cookies, the service does not function properly.
6.2 Analytical Cookies
These cookies are used to analyze site traffic and improve service quality. They include information such as which pages are visited most and session duration.
6.3 Cookie Controls
You can control or reject cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling essential cookies may cause some services to not function properly.
Data Retention Period
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary. The retention period is determined by considering the following factors:
- Active Accounts: All necessary information is retained for as long as the account remains active.
- Closed Accounts: Even after an account is closed, information related to legal obligations and financial records is retained for a specified period.
- Financial Transaction Records: Retained for the required period under anti-money laundering and financial regulatory rules.
- Customer Support Communications: Retained for a limited period for service quality improvement and dispute resolution.
Once the retention period ends, information is securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights over your personal information:
- Right to Access: You may request to know what information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: If any of your information is inaccurate, you may request that it be corrected.
- Right to Deletion: In certain circumstances, you may request that your information be deleted (however, information retained to fulfill legal obligations is not covered by this).
- Right to Restrict Processing: In certain circumstances, you may request that the processing of your information be restricted.
- Right to Opt Out of Marketing: You may opt out of promotional communications at any time.
- Right to Data Portability: Where applicable, you may receive your information in a structured format.
To exercise these rights, please contact our support team. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time.
Protection of Minors
177bad provides services only to individuals aged 21 and above. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from minors.
An age verification process is in place during registration. If we have unknowingly collected information from a minor, it will be deleted immediately and the associated account will be closed. If you believe a minor is using our services, please notify our support team immediately.
Third-Party Links and Services
The 177bad platform may sometimes have connections to third-party game providers. These third-party services are governed by their own privacy policies.
Our game partners include Pragmatic Play, Evolution Gaming, NetEnt, Microgaming, Spribe, JILI, PG Soft, Ezugi, and others. These providers use their own technology and follow their own data protection policies.
177bad is not responsible for the privacy policies of third parties. We advise users to read the privacy policy of any third-party service before using it.
Policy Changes and Updates
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Reasons for changes may include:
- Legal or regulatory changes
- Introduction of new services or features
- Technological improvements
- Changes in business operations
For significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. For important changes, registered users may be notified by email. Continued use of the services after any changes will be considered acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, or wish to make a request regarding your personal information, please contact our support team.
For more information, see our FAQ, Terms and Conditions, and Responsible Gaming pages.