Privacy policy
Privacy Policy: Bingo 101 India (2026 Digital Edition)
1. Introduction: Your Privacy, Our Priority
Welcome to Bingo 101. In the digital age, your personal data is as valuable as your winnings. We understand that when you perform a Sign up or a Login on our platform, you are trusting us with sensitive information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, store, and shield your data within the Indian legal framework.
Bingo 101 acts as a «Data Fiduciary» under the DPDP Act. We are committed to transparency, ensuring that every «Digital Nagrik» (Digital Citizen) on our platform has full control over their personal information.
2. Information We Collect
To provide a seamless gaming experience and comply with the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), we collect several categories of data:
Identity Data: Full name, date of birth, and gender as per your Aadhaar/PAN.
Contact Data: Mobile number (verified via OTP) and email address.
Financial Data: Bank account details and UPI IDs for processing withdrawals.
Technical Data: IP address, device ID, and OS version used to access the App.
Behavioral Data: Your preferences in Pokies (Slots), session duration, and wagering patterns to improve our Games.
3. Legal Basis for Data Processing
In accordance with Indian law, we only process data when we have a «lawful basis.» This primarily includes your explicit consent and our obligation to follow state-mandated gaming regulations.
| Data Category | Purpose of Processing | Regulatory Authority |
|---|---|---|
| KYC Information | Verification of age (18+) and residency in permitted states. | UIDAI (Aadhaar) → |
| Transaction Logs | Monitoring for anti-money laundering and tax compliance. | Income Tax Dept → |
| Gameplay History | RNG certification and fair play auditing. | E-Gaming Federation → |
4. Interactive: The Bingo 101 Data Lifecycle
This visualization explains how your data moves from your first Login to its eventual archival or deletion, ensuring total transparency.
Layers
Encryption & Access:
■ AES-256 Storage (30%)
■ End-to-End Transit (30%)
■ Internal Access Control (25%)
■ Automated Erasure (15%)
5. Data Retention and Deletion
Bingo 101 does not store your data longer than necessary.
Active Accounts: Data is kept to facilitate your gaming experience and any active Bonus cycles.
Statutory Requirements: As per Indian tax laws, transaction records are maintained for 7 financial years.
Right to Erasure: Under the DPDP Act, you have the «Right to be Forgotten.» You can request account deletion through the App settings, after which your personal identifiers will be purged from our active marketing and operational databases within 30 days.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
When you use the Bingo 101 App or website, we use cookies to:
Maintain your Login session.
Remember your preferred language and game categories.
Analyze traffic to optimize the performance of our Pokies (Slots).
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser or device settings, although disabling them may limit your access to certain promotional features.
7. Third-Party Sharing and Data Processors
To provide you with the high-performance gaming experience you expect, Bingo 101 engages with vetted «Data Processors.» These are specialized third-party entities—such as payment gateways (UPI), cloud infrastructure providers, and RNG auditors—who process data strictly according to our instructions and under the legal umbrella of the DPDP Act.
Restricted Access: We do not sell your personal information to third-party marketing firms. Data sharing is limited to functional necessity (e.g., verifying your Login via SMS OTP).
Processor Audits: Every partner must undergo a «Privacy Compliance Audit» annually. Under the 2026 rules, Bingo 101 maintains direct statutory liability for any breach occurring within a third-party processor’s environment.
Legal Disclosure: We may disclose your data if required by a court order, a government request under the Sovereignty and Integrity of India clause, or to prevent financial fraud.
8. Cross-Border Data Transfers
As a global-standard gaming platform, Bingo 101 may occasionally process or back up data on secure international servers.
| Transfer Type | Legal Safeguard | 2026 Compliance Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Storage (Global) | Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) mirroring DPDP Act protections. | Data must be «available in India» within 24 hours if requested by MeitY. |
| Fraud Analysis (International) | Anonymization and data-masking before transfer. | Strict prohibition on transfer to «Negative List» countries. |
| Financial Settlements | RBI Data Localization rules for payment traffic. | 100% Local Storage within India. |
9. Interactive: Your «Data Rights» Control Hub
In 2026, the power resides with the «Data Principal» (You). This interactive breakdown shows the distribution of the rights you can exercise through the App.
Inventory
Exercise Your Power:
■ Right to Access & Summary (40%)
■ Right to Correction/Erasure (25%)
■ Right of Grievance Redressal (20%)
■ Right to Nominate (15%)
10. The Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Accountability
As a «Significant Data Fiduciary» (SDF) in the Indian iGaming sector, Bingo 101 has appointed a dedicated Data Protection Officer (DPO) based in India. The DPO serves as the primary point of contact for all Data Principals and the Data Protection Board (DPB).
Independence: The DPO reports directly to the Board of Directors, ensuring privacy-by-design is integrated into every new game or Bonus feature.
Grievance Resolution: Any privacy-related complaint must be acknowledged within 7 days and resolved within 15 days as per the 2026 IT Amendment Rules.
Breach Notifications: In the unlikely event of a data breach, our DPO is mandated to notify you and the DPB without delay (typically within 36 to 72 hours).
| Accountability Task | Responsible Party | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
| General Data Queries | Privacy Support Team | [email protected] |
| Grievance Escalation | Resident DPO (India-based) | [email protected] |
| Legal / Regulatory | Nodal Officer (MeitY Point of Contact) | [email protected] |
11. Conclusion: A Trust-Based Gaming Future
At Bingo 101, privacy is not a checkbox; it is our promise to the Indian «Digital Nagrik.» By maintaining an ultra-secure Login environment and adhering to the 2026 DPDP rules, we ensure that your gaming experience is defined by joy, not by data anxiety.
Should you wish to exercise your «Right to Access» or «Right to Erasure,» please visit the «Privacy Vault» section in your App profile or contact our DPO directly.
