🔒 Data Protection & Privacy

Mel Bat Privacy Policy

Your personal information belongs to you. This policy explains exactly what data Mel Bat collects, why we collect it, how we use it, and the rights you have over it. No jargon, no runaround.

Last updated: January 2025
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Your Data, Your Rights

How Mel Bat Protects You

Six core commitments that define how Mel Bat handles your personal data every single day.

End-to-End Encryption

Every piece of data you send to Mel Bat — from your registration details to your payment information — is protected by 256-bit SSL encryption. Your data is unreadable to anyone intercepting it in transit.

No Data Selling

Mel Bat does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for marketing purposes. Your data is used only to operate the platform, process payments, and keep your account secure.

Minimal Data Collection

We only collect the data we actually need. Mel Bat does not gather unnecessary personal details. If a piece of information is not required to run your account or process a transaction, we simply do not ask for it.

Your Rights, Respected

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time. Mel Bat makes it straightforward to exercise these rights — just contact our support team and we will handle your request promptly.

Marketing Opt-Out

Mel Bat only sends promotional communications to players who have opted in. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails and SMS messages at any time through your account settings or by contacting support.

Clear Retention Limits

Mel Bat does not hold onto your data indefinitely. We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for, or as required by applicable law and regulation.

1. Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how Mel Bat collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of players who use the Mel Bat platform at mel-bat.org and through the Mel Bat mobile app. It applies to all registered members and visitors to the platform.

Mel Bat takes your privacy seriously. We understand that players in Bangladesh trust us with sensitive personal and financial information, and we treat that trust as a responsibility. This policy is written in plain language so you know exactly what is happening with your data — no hidden clauses, no vague language.

By registering an account or using the Mel Bat platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. This policy should be read alongside our Terms and Conditions, which govern your use of the platform as a whole.

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This policy was last updated in January 2025. Mel Bat will notify registered players of any significant changes via email or an in-platform notification before those changes take effect.

2. Data We Collect

Mel Bat collects personal data in several ways — directly from you when you register or use the platform, automatically through your device and browser, and occasionally from third-party verification services. Here is a breakdown of the categories of data we collect:

Category Examples How Collected
Identity Data Full name, date of birth, gender, national ID number Registration form, KYC verification
Contact Data Email address, phone number, residential address Registration form, account settings
Financial Data bKash/Nagad/Rocket account numbers, transaction history Deposit and withdrawal processes
Usage Data Games played, bets placed, session duration, login times Automatically via platform activity
Technical Data IP address, device type, browser, operating system Automatically via cookies and server logs
Communications Data Support chat logs, email correspondence When you contact Mel Bat support

Mel Bat does not collect sensitive personal data such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, or health information unless specifically required for responsible gaming purposes and with your explicit consent.

3. How We Use Your Data

Every piece of data Mel Bat collects has a specific, legitimate purpose. We do not collect data speculatively or hold information we have no use for. The main purposes for which Mel Bat uses your personal data are:

  • Account creation and management: To set up and maintain your Mel Bat account, verify your identity, and keep your account secure.
  • Processing transactions: To handle deposits and withdrawals via bKash, Nagad, and Rocket, and to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Platform operation: To deliver the games, betting markets, and features available on Mel Bat, and to personalise your experience where appropriate.
  • Fraud prevention and security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity, money laundering, and unauthorised account access.
  • Responsible gaming: To monitor betting patterns and identify players who may need support, and to enforce self-exclusion and deposit limit requests.
  • Customer support: To respond to your queries, resolve disputes, and improve the quality of our support service.
  • Legal compliance: To meet our obligations under applicable laws and regulations, including anti-money laundering requirements.
  • Marketing communications: To send you relevant offers and promotions — but only if you have opted in to receive them.
  • Platform improvement: To analyse usage patterns and improve the Mel Bat platform, fix bugs, and develop new features.
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Mel Bat will never use your data for a purpose that is incompatible with the reason it was originally collected. If we need to use your data for a new purpose, we will inform you and, where required, seek your consent.

4. Data Sharing

Mel Bat does not sell your personal data to third parties. However, there are limited circumstances in which we share data with trusted partners and service providers in order to operate the platform effectively. These include:

  • Payment processors: bKash, Nagad, and Rocket receive the transaction data necessary to process your deposits and withdrawals. These providers operate under their own privacy policies and are bound by financial data protection regulations.
  • Identity verification services: When Mel Bat conducts KYC checks, your identity documents may be shared with a third-party verification provider. This data is used solely for verification purposes.
  • IT and platform infrastructure providers: Companies that host or support the Mel Bat platform may have access to data as part of their service delivery. All such providers are bound by data processing agreements.
  • Regulatory and law enforcement authorities: Mel Bat may be required by law to disclose certain data to government bodies, regulators, or law enforcement agencies. We will only do so where legally obligated.
  • Fraud prevention agencies: In cases of suspected fraud or money laundering, Mel Bat may share relevant data with specialist agencies to investigate and prevent financial crime.

All third parties with whom Mel Bat shares data are required to handle that data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Mel Bat does not permit third parties to use your data for their own marketing purposes.

5. Cookies & Tracking

Mel Bat uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on the platform, keep you logged in, and understand how the platform is being used. A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website.

The types of cookies Mel Bat uses include:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the platform to function. These include session cookies that keep you logged in and security cookies that protect against fraud. These cannot be disabled.
  • Functional cookies: Remember your preferences such as language settings and display options to personalise your experience.
  • Analytics cookies: Help Mel Bat understand how players use the platform — which pages are visited most, where players drop off, and how features are used. This data is aggregated and anonymised.
  • Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant promotional content. These are only active if you have consented to marketing communications.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Mel Bat platform. For full details on how to manage cookies in your browser, refer to your browser's help documentation.

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Mel Bat does not use third-party advertising cookies or allow external ad networks to track your behaviour across other websites through our platform.

6. Data Security

Mel Bat takes the security of your personal data seriously and has implemented a range of technical and organisational measures to protect it against unauthorised access, loss, alteration, or disclosure.

  • 256-bit SSL encryption protects all data transmitted between your device and the Mel Bat platform.
  • Encrypted storage ensures that sensitive data such as passwords and payment details are never stored in plain text on our servers.
  • Access controls limit which Mel Bat staff members can access personal data, based on their role and the principle of least privilege.
  • 24/7 security monitoring detects and responds to suspicious activity on the platform in real time.
  • Regular security audits are conducted to identify and address potential vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

While Mel Bat takes every reasonable precaution to protect your data, no system is completely immune to security risks. In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, Mel Bat will notify you promptly and take immediate steps to contain and remediate the incident.

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You also play a role in keeping your data secure. Use a strong, unique password for your Mel Bat account and never share your login credentials with anyone — including Mel Bat staff, who will never ask for your password.

7. Data Retention

Mel Bat retains your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. The following general retention periods apply:

  • Account data: Retained for the duration of your account and for a period after closure as required by anti-money laundering regulations and financial record-keeping obligations.
  • Transaction records: Financial transaction data is retained for a minimum of five years in line with standard financial compliance requirements.
  • Support communications: Records of support interactions are retained for up to two years to assist with dispute resolution and service improvement.
  • Marketing preferences: Records of your marketing opt-in or opt-out status are retained for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period after closure.
  • Technical and usage data: Anonymised analytics data may be retained indefinitely as it cannot be linked back to any individual.

When your data is no longer required, Mel Bat will securely delete or anonymise it. You may request early deletion of your data subject to the limitations described in the Your Rights section below.

8. Your Rights

As a Mel Bat player, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, contact the Mel Bat support team at [email protected].

  • Right of access: You can request a copy of the personal data Mel Bat holds about you at any time.
  • Right to rectification: If any of your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to have it corrected.
  • Right to erasure: You can request that Mel Bat delete your personal data. This right is subject to certain limitations — for example, we may be required to retain financial records by law.
  • Right to restrict processing: You can ask Mel Bat to limit how we use your data in certain circumstances, such as while a dispute is being resolved.
  • Right to data portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format for transfer to another service.
  • Right to object: You can object to Mel Bat processing your data for direct marketing purposes at any time. You can also object to other types of processing in certain circumstances.
  • Right to withdraw consent: Where Mel Bat processes your data based on your consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.

Mel Bat will respond to all data rights requests within 30 days. In complex cases, this may be extended by a further 60 days, in which case we will notify you of the extension and the reason for it.

9. Children's Privacy

The Mel Bat platform is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. Mel Bat does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you are under 18, you must not use the Mel Bat platform or provide any personal information to us.

If Mel Bat becomes aware that personal data has been collected from a person under 18, that data will be deleted immediately and the associated account will be closed. If you believe a minor has registered at Mel Bat, please contact us at [email protected] so we can investigate and take appropriate action.

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Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental control tools to prevent minors from accessing online betting platforms. Mel Bat supports all efforts to keep gambling away from underage individuals.

10. Policy Changes

Mel Bat may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices, legal requirements, or platform features. When we make changes, the updated policy will be published on this page with a revised "last updated" date.

For significant changes that materially affect how we use your personal data, Mel Bat will notify registered players via email or an in-platform notification before the changes take effect. We encourage you to review this page periodically so you are always aware of how your data is being handled.

Continued use of the Mel Bat platform after a policy update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any changes, you should stop using the platform and contact support to close your account and request deletion of your data.

11. Contact Us

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

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Live Chat: Available 24/7 through the Mel Bat website and app.
  • FAQ: Visit our FAQ page for answers to common privacy questions.

When contacting us about a privacy matter, please include your registered email address and a clear description of your request or concern. Our team will acknowledge your message within 24 hours and provide a full response within 30 days.

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Mel Bat's support team handles all privacy requests with care and confidentiality. Your query will only be seen by staff members who need to be involved in resolving it.

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