Data & Privacy

1971 Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains exactly what data 1971 collects, why we collect it, how we protect it, and what rights you have over your own information.

Last Updated: 1 January 2024

How 1971 Protects Your Privacy

Six core privacy commitments that shape how 1971 handles your personal data — written plainly, not in legal boilerplate.

Your Data Is Encrypted

Every piece of personal data you share with 1971 — from your name and phone number to your bKash details — is protected by SSL encryption in transit and AES-256 encryption at rest. We use the same security standards as major financial institutions. Your data is never stored in plain text on our servers.

We Never Sell Your Data

1971 does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. Full stop. The data you share with us is used to operate your account, process payments, and improve your experience on the platform — nothing else. We have no commercial arrangement with data brokers.

You Control Your Data

You have the right to access, correct, and delete the personal data 1971 holds about you. You can also request a copy of your data in a portable format. These rights can be exercised at any time by contacting our support team — no complicated forms, no waiting weeks for a response.

Minimal Data Collection

1971 collects only the data that is genuinely necessary to operate the platform and comply with our legal obligations. We don't collect data speculatively or build profiles beyond what's needed for your account. If we don't need it, we don't ask for it.

Clear Retention Limits

We don't hold onto your data indefinitely. 1971 retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, 1971 will notify you promptly — within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach. We will explain what happened, what data was affected, and what steps we are taking to address it.

01 Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how 1971 ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal data of players and visitors who use the 1971 platform at 1971.one. It applies to all users of the platform, including registered players, visitors browsing the site, and anyone who contacts our support team.

We take your privacy seriously. 1971 is built on trust — and that trust starts with being transparent about how we handle your personal information. This policy is written in plain language so you can actually understand it, not just scroll past it.

Important: By registering an account or using the 1971 platform, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your data as described here.

02 Data We Collect

1971 collects personal data in two categories: data you provide directly, and data we collect automatically when you use the platform.

Data you provide directly:

  • Full name and date of birth
  • Mobile phone number (used for bKash, Nagad, or Rocket registration)
  • Email address
  • National ID number or passport number (for identity verification)
  • Payment method details (bKash number, Nagad number, bank account details)
  • Profile information you choose to add to your account
  • Communications you send to our support team

Data collected automatically:

  • IP address and approximate geographic location
  • Device type, operating system, and browser version
  • Pages visited, time spent on the platform, and navigation patterns
  • Game activity, betting history, and transaction records
  • Login timestamps and session duration
  • Cookie and tracking data (see Section 6)

1971 does not collect sensitive personal data such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, or health information.

03 How We Collect Data

1971 collects your personal data through the following channels:

  • Registration form: When you create your 1971 account, you provide your name, phone number, email, and date of birth.
  • Identity verification: When you submit documents to verify your identity before your first withdrawal, we collect your ID details.
  • Deposits and withdrawals: When you make a payment, your payment method details are collected and processed.
  • Platform usage: As you navigate the 1971 platform, we automatically collect usage data through cookies and server logs.
  • Support interactions: When you contact our support team via live chat or email, we record the conversation for quality and security purposes.
  • Promotions: If you participate in a promotion or survey, we may collect additional information relevant to that activity.

04 How We Use Your Data

1971 uses your personal data for the following purposes. We only process your data where we have a lawful basis to do so — either because it is necessary to fulfil our contract with you, because we have a legitimate interest, or because we are required to by law.

  • Account management: To create and maintain your 1971 account, verify your identity, and manage your profile.
  • Payment processing: To process deposits and withdrawals via bKash, Nagad, Rocket, and bank transfer.
  • Platform operation: To deliver the games, features, and services available on 1971.
  • Security and fraud prevention: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity, money laundering, and terms violations.
  • Customer support: To respond to your queries, resolve disputes, and improve our support quality.
  • Legal compliance: To meet our obligations under applicable laws and regulations, including anti-money laundering requirements.
  • Platform improvement: To analyse usage patterns and improve the 1971 platform experience.
  • Communications: To send you important account notifications, security alerts, and — where you have opted in — promotional offers.

Marketing: 1971 will only send you promotional communications if you have opted in. You can opt out at any time by contacting our support team or updating your account preferences.

05 Sharing Your Data

1971 does not sell your personal data. We share your data only in the following limited circumstances, and only with parties who are contractually obligated to protect it:

  • Payment processors: bKash, Nagad, Rocket, and banking partners receive the minimum data necessary to process your transactions.
  • Identity verification providers: Third-party KYC (Know Your Customer) services that help us verify your identity documents.
  • Game providers: Licensed game providers such as WM Live and other platform partners receive anonymised session data necessary to deliver their games.
  • Fraud prevention services: Security and fraud detection providers who help us protect the platform and our players.
  • Legal authorities: Where required by law, court order, or regulatory requirement, we may disclose your data to relevant authorities.
  • Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

All third parties with whom 1971 shares data are required to handle it in accordance with applicable data protection laws and our contractual requirements. We do not permit them to use your data for their own marketing purposes.

06 Cookies

1971 uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the platform, remember your preferences, and analyse how the site is used. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit the platform.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the platform to function. These cannot be disabled — without them, you cannot log in or use the platform.
  • Functional cookies: Remember your preferences, such as language settings and login status, to improve your experience.
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how players use the platform so we can improve it. Data collected is aggregated and anonymised.
  • Security cookies: Used to detect and prevent fraudulent activity and protect your account.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies will prevent you from using the 1971 platform. Disabling analytics cookies will not affect your ability to play.

1971 does not use third-party advertising cookies or allow ad networks to place cookies on the platform.

07 Data Security

Protecting your personal data is a core responsibility at 1971. We implement a range of technical and organisational security measures to safeguard your information against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure.

  • SSL/TLS encryption: All data transmitted between your device and the 1971 platform is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols.
  • AES-256 encryption: Sensitive data stored on our servers — including payment details and identity documents — is encrypted at rest using AES-256.
  • Access controls: Access to personal data within 1971 is restricted to staff who need it to perform their job functions, and is governed by strict internal policies.
  • Regular security audits: Our platform undergoes regular security assessments and penetration testing by independent security professionals.
  • Two-factor authentication: Available for all 1971 accounts to add an additional layer of protection against unauthorised access.

While we take every reasonable precaution to protect your data, no system is completely immune to risk. We encourage you to use a strong, unique password for your 1971 account and to enable two-factor authentication.

08 Data Retention

1971 retains your personal data for as long as your account is active and for a period thereafter as required by our legal and regulatory obligations. The specific retention periods for different categories of data are outlined below.

Data Category Retention Period Reason
Account information Duration of account + 5 years Legal and regulatory compliance
Transaction records 7 years from transaction date Anti-money laundering regulations
Identity documents Duration of account + 5 years KYC compliance requirements
Support communications 3 years from last interaction Dispute resolution and quality assurance
Usage and analytics data 13 months (anonymised after 30 days) Platform improvement
Marketing preferences Until opt-out or account closure Consent management

When data reaches the end of its retention period, it is securely deleted or irreversibly anonymised. You may request early deletion of your data subject to our legal retention obligations — see Section 9 for details.

09 Your Rights

As a 1971 player, you have the following rights over your personal data. These rights can be exercised at any time by contacting our support team at [email protected].

Right of Access

Request a copy of all personal data 1971 holds about you. We will provide this within 30 days of your request.

Right to Rectification

Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data, subject to our legal retention obligations. Certain data must be retained by law.

Right to Portability

Request your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format so you can transfer it to another service.

Right to Restriction

Request that we restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances, such as while a dispute is being resolved.

Right to Object

Object to the processing of your data for direct marketing purposes. We will stop immediately upon receiving your request.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days. There is no charge for making a request.

10 Children's Privacy

The 1971 platform is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a minor has registered on the 1971 platform, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

Upon receiving a verified report of an underage account, 1971 will close the account immediately, delete all associated personal data, and return any deposited funds to the payment method used. We take underage access extremely seriously and have age verification measures in place at registration and at the point of first withdrawal.

11 International Data Transfers

Some of the third-party service providers used by 1971 — including certain payment processors and security services — may process your data in countries outside Bangladesh. Where this occurs, 1971 ensures that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data to the same standard as required under this Privacy Policy.

These safeguards include contractual data protection clauses with all third-party processors, and we only work with providers who can demonstrate adequate data protection standards. We do not transfer data to countries that lack adequate data protection frameworks without implementing additional protective measures.

12 Changes to This Policy

1971 may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

For significant changes that materially affect how we use your personal data, we will notify you directly via email or through an in-platform notification before the changes take effect. Your continued use of the 1971 platform after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how 1971 protects your information.

13 Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your data rights, or have a concern about how 1971 handles your personal information, please get in touch with our team:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Live Chat: Available 24/7 from your 1971 account dashboard
  • Response Time: Data rights requests are handled within 30 days; general queries within 10 minutes via live chat

For information about responsible gaming, visit our Responsible Gaming page. For platform rules, see our Terms and Conditions.

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