This Privacy Policy explains how s98apk collects, processes, stores and protects your personal information. We are committed to handling your data responsibly and transparently — in full accordance with your rights as a user.
s98apk ("we", "us", "our", "Platform") operates the website located at https://s98apk.cam. This Privacy Policy sets out how we collect, use, disclose, store and protect personal information obtained from users ("you", "your") who access or interact with the Platform.
s98apk is an English-language online gaming information and entertainment platform designed primarily for users in Pakistan. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with the care, transparency and security it deserves. This Policy applies to all users, registered or otherwise, who access the Platform from any location, including from cities across Pakistan such as Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan and Peshawar.
This Privacy Policy should be read alongside our Terms & Conditions, which govern your general use of the Platform and are incorporated by reference into this Policy.
The following definitions apply throughout this Privacy Policy:
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| "Personal Data" | Any information that identifies or could reasonably identify a living individual, including name, email address, CNIC number, IP address, device identifiers and similar data. |
| "Processing" | Any operation performed on Personal Data, including collection, storage, retrieval, use, disclosure, deletion or destruction. |
| "Data Controller" | The entity that determines the purposes and means of processing Personal Data — in this case, s98apk. |
| "Data Processor" | A third party that processes Personal Data on behalf of and under the instruction of the Data Controller. |
| "Cookies" | Small text files stored on your device by your browser that allow websites to recognise your device and preferences across sessions. |
| "KYC" | Know Your Customer — the identity and age verification process required for certain Platform features. |
| "User" | Any individual who accesses, browses or registers on the Platform. |
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, s98apk acts as the Data Controller in respect of Personal Data collected through the Platform. As Data Controller, we are responsible for determining why and how your Personal Data is processed.
Contact details for data-related enquiries are provided in Section 15 of this Policy. If you have any questions about how your data is handled or wish to exercise any of your rights under applicable data protection law, please contact our support team using the details in that section.
We collect Personal Data through a variety of interactions with the Platform. The categories of data we may collect include:
Certain data is collected automatically when you access the Platform, including through cookies, pixel tags and similar tracking technologies. See Section 7 for full details of our cookies and tracking practices.
We process your Personal Data on the following legal grounds, consistent with internationally recognised data protection principles:
| Legal Basis | Applicable Processing Activities |
|---|---|
| Contractual Necessity | Processing required to operate your Account, process transactions and provide Platform services under our Terms & Conditions. |
| Legal Obligation | KYC identity verification, AML compliance, fraud prevention and regulatory reporting obligations. |
| Legitimate Interests | Platform security, fraud detection, service improvement, analytics and responsible gambling monitoring — balanced against user rights. |
| Consent | Marketing communications, non-essential cookies and optional personalisation features — where you have provided explicit, freely given consent that may be withdrawn at any time. |
We use Personal Data collected through the Platform for the following purposes:
To create, verify, maintain and administer your Account, including processing logins, password resets and account security notifications.
To verify that you meet the minimum age requirement (18+ or higher where required by the operator's license jurisdiction) and to confirm your identity in accordance with KYC and AML obligations. This is a regulatory requirement and cannot be waived.
To process deposits and withdrawals, apply bonuses, maintain accurate account balance records and facilitate transaction disputes where they arise.
To detect, investigate and prevent fraudulent transactions, collusion, bonus abuse, multi-accounting and other prohibited conduct described in our Terms & Conditions. This may include automated monitoring of account activity and transaction patterns.
To identify patterns of play that may indicate problem gambling, to administer responsible gambling tools (deposit limits, self-exclusion, cooling-off periods) and to fulfil any applicable duty-of-care obligations. See our Responsible Gambling page for full details.
To respond to your support queries, process complaints, resolve disputes and maintain records of your communications with the Platform.
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, court orders, regulatory requests and law enforcement instructions. This may include disclosing data to competent authorities where required by law, without notice to you where permitted.
To analyse usage patterns, identify technical issues, improve Platform content and features, and conduct internal reporting — using anonymised or aggregated data where possible.
Where you have provided explicit consent, to send you promotional emails, bonus notifications and relevant Platform updates. You may withdraw consent and opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting support or using the unsubscribe link in any marketing email.
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your browser, store your preferences and collect usage data. Most browsers accept cookies automatically, but you can adjust your browser settings to decline or delete cookies.
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Consent Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session management, login authentication, security tokens. Required for the Platform to function. | No |
| Functional | Remembering your preferences, language settings and display options between sessions. | No |
| Analytics | Collecting anonymised data about how users interact with the Platform to improve performance and content. | Yes |
| Marketing | Tracking for promotional personalisation and retargeting purposes. | Yes |
You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or any cookie consent banner presented on the Platform. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impair your ability to use certain Platform features, including account login.
We do not sell your Personal Data to third parties. We may share your data with carefully selected third parties under the following circumstances:
The Platform may store and process Personal Data in countries outside Pakistan. Where data is transferred internationally, we take steps to ensure that adequate protections are in place, including:
By using the Platform, you acknowledge that your Personal Data may be processed in countries outside Pakistan and consent to such transfer in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
We retain Personal Data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy or as required by applicable law. The following retention principles apply:
| Data Category | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account and Registration Data | For the duration of the account relationship, plus a minimum of 5 years following account closure. |
| KYC / Identity Documents | Minimum 5 years from account closure or last transaction, or as required by applicable AML law. |
| Transaction Records | Minimum 7 years for financial record-keeping compliance purposes. |
| Communication Records | 3 years from the date of communication, unless required longer for dispute resolution. |
| Technical / Usage Data | Up to 24 months, after which data is anonymised or deleted. |
| Marketing Preferences | Until consent is withdrawn, plus a reasonable period to process the withdrawal. |
Where data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymise it in accordance with our internal data disposal procedures.
We implement a range of technical and organisational security measures designed to protect your Personal Data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, loss or destruction. These measures include:
Subject to applicable law, you have the following rights in relation to your Personal Data held by s98apk. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 15.
You may request a copy of the Personal Data we hold about you, along with information about how we process it.
You may request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete Personal Data we hold about you.
You may request deletion of your Personal Data where it is no longer necessary for the purpose it was collected, subject to legal retention obligations.
You may request that we limit how we process your data in certain circumstances, such as while a dispute about its accuracy is resolved.
Where processing is consent-based or contractual, you may request your Personal Data in a structured, machine-readable format.
You may object to processing based on legitimate interests, including direct marketing. We will cease such processing unless we can demonstrate compelling grounds that override your interests.
We will respond to all valid rights requests within a reasonable timeframe, generally within 30 days. We may request proof of identity before processing any rights request to protect against unauthorised access to your data.
The Platform is strictly intended for adults aged 18 and above, or the higher minimum age required by the operator's license jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from individuals under 18 years of age.
We use age verification controls, including KYC document checks, to enforce our minimum age policy. Providing false information about your age during registration is a violation of our Terms & Conditions and may result in account termination and forfeiture of any associated balances.
We reserve the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data practices, applicable law or Platform features. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this Policy indicates when the most recent revision was made.
Where changes are material — for example, where we introduce new categories of data collection or new purposes for processing — we will endeavour to provide advance notice via the Platform or by email to registered users. Your continued use of the Platform after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
For any questions, concerns or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the processing of your Personal Data, please contact our Data Protection team using the details below. We will respond to all enquiries as promptly as possible.
Support is available in English, with Urdu assistance available where applicable. When submitting a data rights request, please include your full name, registered email address and a clear description of your request to help us process it efficiently.
Six privacy principles that guide how s98apk handles your personal information at every stage.
We collect only the Personal Data that is genuinely necessary for the purposes described in this Policy. We do not collect data speculatively or "just in case" — if we do not need it, we do not collect it.
Security is built into the Platform from the ground up. TLS encryption, AES-256 data-at-rest protection, role-based access controls and regular security audits are standard — not optional extras.
We tell you exactly what data we collect, why we collect it, how long we keep it and who we share it with. No hidden data practices, no vague "as permitted by law" catch-alls without explanation.
Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability and objection rights are not just legal formalities on s98apk. Submit a request and we will process it within 30 days — with identity verification to protect you.
We do not sell your Personal Data to advertisers, data brokers or any third parties for their own commercial use. Your data is used only for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy — nothing more.
Every category of data has a defined retention period. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised — not kept indefinitely "just in case" or passed to archives without purpose.
Our support team is available around the clock to help with any data protection enquiries. You can also visit our FAQ, review our Terms & Conditions or return to the homepage to explore the full s98apk platform.
Also review our Terms & Conditions and Responsible Gambling policy.