APKB is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect when you use the APKB platform, how we use and safeguard that data, and what rights you hold with respect to your personal information.
These highlights summarise the key points of our Privacy Policy. Please read the full document below for complete details.
We collect only the data necessary to operate the platform — usage analytics, contact submissions and cookies. We do not collect unnecessary personal information.
APKB does not sell, rent or trade your personal data to third parties. Data sharing is limited to service providers who assist in operating the platform, subject to strict confidentiality obligations.
We implement industry-standard technical and organisational security measures, including SSL encryption, to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss or disclosure.
You have the right to access, correct, restrict or request deletion of your personal data. Submit a request by contacting APKB at the address provided in this Policy.
APKB uses cookies and similar technologies. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time, though some platform features may be affected.
For any privacy-related query, data subject request or complaint, contact APKB at [email protected]. We aim to respond within 30 days of receipt.
APKB ("APKB", "we", "us" or "our") operates the online gaming information and entertainment platform accessible at https://apkb.cam (the "Platform"). APKB is committed to protecting and respecting the privacy of all individuals who access or use the Platform ("Users", "you" or "your").
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") sets out the basis on which any personal data we collect from you, or that you provide to us, will be processed. It applies to all information collected through the Platform, including through contact forms, enquiry submissions, newsletter sign-ups, cookies and usage analytics.
This Policy should be read alongside our Terms & Conditions, which govern your use of the Platform. By using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please cease using the Platform.
APKB does not operate a licensed gambling business and does not process player gaming accounts, deposits or wagers. As such, APKB does not collect the financial or identity verification data that an online gambling operator would ordinarily process. Data collection on this Platform is limited to the categories described in Section 3 of this Policy.
For the purposes of this Policy, the following definitions apply:
APKB collects Personal Data in the following categories, depending on how you interact with the Platform:
3.1 Data You Provide Directly
3.2 Data Collected Automatically
3.3 Data We Do Not Collect
APKB does not collect or process payment card details, bank account information, government-issued identification documents, CNIC numbers, biometric data or any other sensitive personal data in connection with your use of this Platform. As an informational platform, APKB has no requirement to collect such data.
APKB processes the Personal Data described in Section 3 for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Responding to support enquiries and contact requests | Name, email address, message content | Legitimate interests; contract performance |
| Operating and improving the Platform | Usage data, device data, IP address | Legitimate interests |
| Analytics and Platform performance monitoring | Usage data, cookie data | Legitimate interests; consent (where required) |
| Sending newsletters or updates (where subscribed) | Email address | Consent |
| Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse or misuse | IP address, usage data, device data | Legitimate interests; legal obligation |
| Complying with applicable legal obligations | As required by law | Legal obligation |
APKB will not use your Personal Data for purposes incompatible with those listed above without first notifying you and, where required by applicable law, obtaining your consent.
Where applicable data protection legislation requires a legal basis for the processing of Personal Data, APKB relies on the following bases:
APKB does not sell, rent or trade your Personal Data to third parties. We may share your data in the following limited circumstances:
APKB uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, maintain Platform functionality and gather analytics data. The following categories of cookies may be used on the Platform:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Necessary for the Platform to function correctly, including session management and security features. | Yes |
| Analytics Cookies | Collect aggregated data on how users navigate the Platform to help us understand usage patterns and improve content. | No (consent-based) |
| Functionality Cookies | Remember your preferences such as language, display settings and previously visited sections. | No (consent-based) |
| Marketing / Tracking Cookies | Used to deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of informational outreach. Only used where consent is obtained. | No (consent-based) |
You can manage, restrict or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete cookies already stored. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impair the functionality of certain Platform features.
For guidance on managing cookies in commonly used browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge), please consult your browser's official help documentation.
APKB retains Personal Data for no longer than is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Our general retention principles are as follows:
Where we are required to retain data for legal, regulatory or dispute-resolution purposes, the relevant data will be retained for the applicable mandatory period before deletion.
As an online platform accessible internationally, APKB may process or store data on servers located outside Pakistan. Where Personal Data is transferred to jurisdictions outside your country of residence, APKB will take appropriate steps to ensure that such transfers are subject to adequate safeguards, including:
By using the Platform from Pakistan or any other jurisdiction, you acknowledge that your data may be transferred and processed outside your country of residence. APKB will inform you if a material change to its data transfer practices occurs.
Depending on applicable data protection law, you may have the following rights with respect to your Personal Data held by APKB. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 15.
Request a copy of the Personal Data APKB holds about you and information about how it is being used.
Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete Personal Data we hold about you.
Request deletion of your Personal Data where it is no longer necessary for its original purpose or where you withdraw consent.
Request that we restrict how we use your Personal Data in certain circumstances, for example while a dispute is being resolved.
Request that we provide your Personal Data in a structured, machine-readable format or transfer it to another controller where technically feasible.
Object to processing carried out on the basis of legitimate interests, including profiling for direct marketing purposes.
APKB will respond to all verified data subject requests within 30 calendar days of receipt. In complex or high-volume cases, this period may be extended by a further 60 days, in which case you will be notified of the extension and the reason for it.
Where your request is declined, APKB will provide a written explanation of the reason and, where applicable, inform you of your right to escalate the matter to the relevant supervisory or regulatory authority in your jurisdiction.
The APKB Platform is strictly intended for adults. Access by individuals under the age of 18 — or such higher minimum age as required by the applicable operator or license jurisdiction — is prohibited.
APKB does not knowingly collect Personal Data from minors. If we become aware that Personal Data has been collected from a person under the applicable minimum age, we will take prompt steps to delete that data from our systems. If you believe that a minor's data has been submitted to APKB, please contact us immediately using the details in Section 15.
The APKB Platform contains references to, and may contain links to, third-party online gaming operators and other websites. These third parties operate their own independent privacy policies and data practices, which are entirely separate from this Policy.
APKB accepts no responsibility for the privacy practices, data security or content of any third-party platform. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party platform before providing personal information or registering an account on that platform.
The fact that APKB references or reviews a third-party operator does not constitute an endorsement of that operator's data practices, licensing status or terms. Users should conduct their own due diligence before engaging with any Third-Party Operator.
APKB's primary editorial audience includes users based in Pakistan, including cities such as Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan and Peshawar. The following considerations are relevant for Pakistani users:
Nothing in this Section constitutes legal advice, and users in Pakistan are encouraged to seek independent legal guidance on applicable data protection rights in their jurisdiction.
APKB reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When material changes are made, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Where changes are significant and affect users in a material way, APKB may additionally provide a prominent notice on the Platform.
Your continued use of the Platform after any update to this Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. We recommend reviewing this page periodically to remain informed of any changes to our data practices.
If you do not accept the updated Policy, you must cease using the Platform and may request deletion of your Personal Data as described in Section 10.
For any questions, requests or complaints relating to this Privacy Policy or to how APKB handles your Personal Data, please contact us using the details below. We aim to acknowledge all privacy enquiries within 5 business days and provide a substantive response within 30 calendar days.
To help us process your request efficiently, please include your full name, the email address associated with any data you have submitted to APKB, a description of your request, and any reference number if you have previously contacted us. We may need to verify your identity before processing a data subject request.
Questions about your data or want to explore what APKB offers? Head back to the homepage or check our full Terms for complete platform rules.