Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") governs the collection, use, storage and disclosure of personal data by pkabat ("we", "us", "our" or "the Site"), accessible at pkabat.cam. pkabat is an English-language online betting and casino information resource designed primarily for users in Pakistan.

We are committed to handling any personal data we encounter with appropriate care, transparency and security. This Policy is intended to give you a clear and honest account of our data practices so that you can make informed decisions about your use of this Site.

By accessing and using pkabat, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy and agree to the data practices described herein. If you do not agree, you should discontinue use of the Site.

2. Definitions

In this Policy, the following terms shall have the meanings assigned to them below:

• "Personal Data" means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable natural person, including but not limited to names, email addresses, IP addresses and device identifiers.
• "Processing" means any operation performed on Personal Data, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, deletion and transmission.
• "Site" means the website accessible at pkabat.cam and all associated pages and content.
• "User" / "You" means any individual who accesses or uses the Site in any capacity.
• "Cookies" means small text files placed on a User's device by the Site to store information about their browsing session or preferences.
• "Analytics Data" means anonymised or aggregated statistical information about how Users interact with the Site, including page views, session duration and device type.
• "Third Party" means any entity other than pkabat and the User.

3. Data Controller

pkabat, operating at pkabat.cam, acts as the data controller in respect of any Personal Data processed in connection with your use of this Site. As data controller, we are responsible for determining the purposes and means by which Personal Data is processed.

For any privacy-related enquiries, requests or complaints, you may contact us using the details provided in Section 17 of this Policy. Please note that the contact email address is provided as plain text only and is not a clickable link.

4. Data We Collect

Given that pkabat does not operate a user account system, the Personal Data we process is limited. The categories of data we may collect are as follows:

4.1 Automatically Collected Technical Data

When you visit the Site, certain technical data may be automatically collected by our web server or analytics tools:

Data Type	Description	Purpose
IP Address	Your device's internet protocol address, which may indicate approximate geographic location (e.g., Pakistan)	Security, fraud prevention, analytics
Browser Type & Version	The browser software you are using (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox)	Site optimisation and compatibility
Device Type	Whether you access via mobile, tablet or desktop	Responsive design and performance monitoring
Operating System	The OS running on your device (e.g., Android, iOS, Windows)	Technical compatibility
Referring URL	The website or search engine that directed you to pkabat	Understanding traffic sources
Pages Visited & Duration	Which pages you viewed and how long you spent on each	Content improvement and analytics
Date & Time of Access	Timestamp of your visit	Server logs and security

4.2 Voluntarily Provided Data

If you contact pkabat by email at the address provided in this Policy, you may voluntarily provide us with Personal Data such as your name and email address. We will use this data solely to respond to your enquiry and will not retain it beyond the period reasonably necessary for that purpose.

4.3 Data We Do Not Collect

pkabat does not collect, process or store any of the following:

• Financial data including bank account numbers, card numbers, Easypaisa or JazzCash wallet credentials, or any payment instrument details;
• Government-issued identification numbers including CNIC or passport numbers;
• Sensitive personal data including health information, religious beliefs or biometric data;
• Usernames or passwords (no account registration system exists on this Site);
• Location data beyond what may be inferred from an IP address at a city or regional level.

5. How Data Is Collected

Data is collected through the following mechanisms:

• Web server logs: Our hosting infrastructure automatically records standard server log data including IP addresses, request timestamps and response codes.
• Analytics tools: We may use anonymised analytics software to understand how users interact with the Site. Where used, such tools are configured to anonymise IP addresses and are not used to build individual user profiles.
• Cookies: The Site may set essential cookies to enable core functionality and session management. See Section 8 for full details.
• Direct email contact: If you send us an email at the address provided in this Policy, your email address and any information included in your message will be received and stored by us for the purpose of responding to your communication.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

To the extent that applicable data protection law requires us to identify a legal basis for processing Personal Data, we rely on the following bases:

• Legitimate interests: Processing of technical data (server logs, analytics) is carried out on the basis of our legitimate interests in operating, maintaining and improving the Site, provided that such interests are not overridden by your fundamental rights and freedoms.
• Consent: Where we use non-essential cookies or tracking tools that require consent, we will seek your consent prior to their activation. You may withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser's cookie settings.
• Contract performance: Where you have contacted us by email, processing your contact data is necessary to respond to your communication.

7. How We Use Personal Data

Personal Data collected through the Site is used only for the following purposes:

• Operating, maintaining and troubleshooting the Site's technical infrastructure;
• Monitoring Site performance, identifying errors and improving user experience;
• Producing anonymised aggregate statistics about Site usage (e.g., which pages are most visited by users in Pakistan);
• Responding to enquiries sent to us by email;
• Detecting, preventing and investigating security incidents, unauthorised access and abuse of the Site;
• Complying with legal obligations where applicable.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

8.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit it. They allow the site to remember certain information about your session. pkabat uses cookies in a limited and transparent manner as described below.

8.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type	Purpose	Required
Essential / Session Cookies	Enable core site functionality such as page navigation and security. Cannot be disabled without disrupting the Site.	Yes
Analytics Cookies	Collect anonymised data about how users interact with the Site to help us improve content and performance.	No — consent-based
Preference Cookies	Remember user preferences such as display settings between sessions.	No — consent-based

8.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Site. Instructions for managing cookies in commonly used browsers are available in each browser's help documentation.

pkabat does not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels or cross-site tracking technologies that would allow third parties to follow your browsing behaviour across other websites.

9. Data Sharing and Disclosure

pkabat does not sell, rent, trade or otherwise disclose your Personal Data to any third party for commercial purposes. Data sharing is strictly limited to the following circumstances:

• Service providers: We may share limited technical data with service providers who assist in operating the Site (e.g., web hosting providers, analytics platforms). These parties are contractually obligated to handle data securely and only for the purposes for which it is shared.
• Legal compliance: We may disclose data where required to do so by applicable law, court order, regulatory authority or other lawful authority. We will, where legally permissible, endeavour to notify you of such a requirement before disclosure.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition or sale of all or part of pkabat's operations, Personal Data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide reasonable notice in such circumstances.

10. Data Retention

We retain Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, or as required by applicable law. The following general retention guidelines apply:

• Server log data (including IP addresses and access timestamps): retained for up to 90 days for security and operational purposes, then deleted or anonymised.
• Anonymised analytics data: retained in aggregated, non-personally-identifiable form for up to 24 months for the purpose of identifying long-term usage trends.
• Email correspondence: retained for as long as is reasonably necessary to address the enquiry and any related follow-up, and then deleted. We do not retain email correspondence beyond 12 months from the last communication unless legally required to do so.

Where you exercise a right to erasure (see Section 12), we will delete Personal Data within a reasonable timeframe, subject to any legal obligations to retain certain records.

11. Data Security

pkabat takes reasonable and proportionate technical and organisational measures to protect Personal Data against unauthorised access, loss, alteration or disclosure. These measures include:

• HTTPS / SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and the Site;
• Access controls on server infrastructure limiting who can access stored data;
• Regular review of third-party service providers to ensure their security standards remain appropriate;
• Use of reputable, well-maintained CDN and hosting services for site delivery.

12. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the following rights in relation to Personal Data that pkabat holds about you. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address provided in Section 17.

We aim to respond to all valid rights requests within 30 days. In complex cases we may extend this period, in which case we will inform you of the reason and expected timeframe. We do not charge a fee for handling rights requests unless they are manifestly unfounded or excessive.

13. Minors and Age Restriction

This Site is intended for adults aged 18 years or older — or the higher minimum age required by the gambling operator's license jurisdiction or by applicable local law. pkabat does not knowingly collect Personal Data from individuals under the age of 18.

If we become aware that a minor has submitted Personal Data to us (for example by email), we will take steps to delete that data promptly. If you believe a minor has contacted us or used this Site, please notify us at the contact address in Section 17 so that we can take appropriate action.

14. Third-Party Content and External References

pkabat Content may reference third-party brands, services, payment providers and organisations purely for educational and contextual purposes. These references — which may include Easypaisa, JazzCash, Raast, HBL, UBL, Meezan Bank, Bank Alfalah, PSL, ICC or similar entities — are provided as familiar local context for Pakistani readers and do not constitute an endorsement of or partnership with any such entity.

pkabat's Privacy Policy applies solely to data processed in connection with your use of pkabat.cam. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party website, platform or service, including any gambling operator that a User may independently choose to access after reading information on this Site. We strongly encourage Users to read the privacy policy of any third-party service before providing personal data to it.

15. Pakistan Jurisdictional Context

pkabat primarily serves users based in Pakistan, including those in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan and Peshawar. While this Privacy Policy is drafted to reflect internationally recognised data protection principles, we do not represent that it constitutes full compliance with any specific national data protection statute.

Pakistan does not currently have a comprehensive enacted personal data protection law of general application, though relevant legislative frameworks and regulatory guidance from the PTA and other authorities may apply in specific contexts. pkabat handles the limited data it processes with care consistent with internationally recognised privacy standards.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

pkabat reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. When material changes are made, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We recommend that you review this Policy periodically to remain informed about how we handle Personal Data.

Continued use of the Site after any revision to this Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the revised Policy, you should discontinue use of the Site.

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns or requests in connection with this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the details below. All contact details are provided as plain text only — they are not clickable links. We aim to respond to all enquiries within a reasonable timeframe.

For further information about how pkabat operates, our editorial standards and responsible gambling guidance, please visit our About Us and Responsible Gambling pages. For the terms governing your use of this Site, see our Terms & Conditions.