1776 Privacy Policy — How We Protect Your Information
User privacy is a top priority for the 1776 platform. This document clearly outlines what information we collect, how it is used, and your rights as a registered user in Malaysia.
Effective date: 1 January 2026 | Version: 2026.1
Information We Collect
When you register or use the 1776 platform, we collect several categories of information to ensure a secure, seamless, and personalised experience for you as a Malaysian user.
Account Information
During registration, you will be asked to provide your full name, phone number, email address, and date of birth. This information is used to verify your identity, grant access to your account, and confirm that you meet the platform's minimum age requirement.
Payment Information
To process deposits and withdrawals in Malaysian Ringgit (RM), we may retain payment-related information such as your TNG phone number, bank account holder name, or DuitNow details. We do not store full credit or debit card numbers in our systems.
Device Information & Activity
- The IP address and device type used to access the platform.
- Web browser type and operating system version.
- Session data including pages visited, time of visit, and actions taken within the platform.
- Approximate geolocation data (state / city) for compliance and security purposes.
How We Use Your Information
All information collected by 1776 is used solely for legitimate purposes directly related to platform operations. We do not use your data for third-party advertising without your consent.
- Identity Verification — Verifying that your account is legitimate and meets the minimum age requirement of 18 years.
- Transaction processing — Enabling MYR deposits and withdrawals to be processed accurately and securely.
- Platform Security — Detecting and preventing fraudulent activity, money laundering, or the use of multiple accounts.
- Customer Support — Enabling our support team to assist you more effectively when you reach out to us.
- Service improvements — Analysing usage patterns in aggregate (not at an individual level) to improve the user experience.
- Important communications — Sending account-related notifications, transaction updates, or changes to terms that affect you.
1776 will not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
The 1776 platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you access our platform.
Types of Cookies Used
- Session cookies — Stores your login credentials for the duration of an active session; automatically cleared when you log out or close your browser.
- Preference cookies — Saves your language settings and interface preferences so you do not have to reconfigure them on every visit.
- Analytical cookies — Collects anonymised usage data to help us understand how users interact with the platform.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Keep in mind that disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality, including your ability to stay logged in.
Data Storage, Security & Limited Sharing
How Your Data Is Stored
All 1776 user data is stored on servers protected by industry-standard encryption. We use appropriate encryption protocols during data transmission between your device and our servers to prevent unauthorised access.
Your data is retained for as long as your account remains active, and for any period required by applicable law after account closure. Once the specified retention period has passed, data that is no longer needed will be securely deleted.
Sharing with Third Parties
1776 will only share user information in the following limited circumstances: (a) when required by law or court order; (b) with authorised payment service providers to process your RM transactions; (c) with technical infrastructure providers bound by strict confidentiality agreements. In all cases, only the minimum necessary information is shared.
User Rights, Policy Updates & Contact Us
Your Rights as a User
As a registered user of the 1776 platform, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access — You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you at any time.
- Right to Rectification — If your information is inaccurate or out of date, you may request an update via the account profile section or by contacting our support team.
- Right to Erasure — You may request the closure of your account and deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable legal retention requirements.
- Right to Withdraw Consent — For optional marketing communications, you may unsubscribe at any time.
Privacy Policy Updates
1776 reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Users will be notified of any material changes via in-platform notifications or email before they take effect. Please check this page periodically to stay informed.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please reach out to our team via email at [email protected]. You can also find additional information in the FAQ ours.
Have More Questions? We're Here to Help
Read our Privacy Policy to understand how 1776 protects your data. Visit the FAQ section or log in to manage your account privacy settings.