Updated: 1 January 2026

CityNow Privacy Policy – Member Personal Data Protection

Your privacy is our priority. Find out exactly how citynow collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information at every step.

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Citynow Privacy Commitment

Six core principles that shape how CityNow handles the personal data of all our members.

Highest-Level Encryption

All data transmitted between your device and citynow servers is protected by 256-bit SSL encryption — the same standard used by leading financial institutions worldwide.

Full Control in Your Hands

You have the right to access, amend, or request deletion of your personal data at any time through your account settings or by contacting the citynow support team.

No Sale of Data to Third Parties

CityNow has never and will never sell, rent, or profit from members' personal data to any third party for marketing or commercial purposes.

Data Minimisation Only

We only collect information that is genuinely necessary to provide CityNow's services. There is no excessive data collection or gathering of information irrelevant to your use of the platform.

Financial Transaction Confidentiality

Your financial information, including bank account numbers, e-wallet details, and transaction history, is stored separately with additional encryption and is never shared with any third party.

Malaysia Legal Compliance

CityNow's Privacy Policy is drafted in accordance with Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA). We are committed to complying with all applicable data protection regulations.

What Data Does CityNow Collect?

Transparency is the foundation of trust. Here are the categories of data we collect and why they are needed.

Identity Information

Full name, date of birth, identity card number — required for KYC verification and legal compliance.

Contact Information

Email address and phone number — used for account verification, transaction notifications, and service communications.

Financial Information

Bank account and e-wallet details for processing deposits and withdrawals. Never stored in plain text.

Device & Technical Data

IP address, browser type, operating system — used for account security and detection of suspicious activity.

Gaming Activity Data

Betting history, win and loss records — required for customer support, auditing, and compliance.

General Location Data

IP-based location only — used to verify that you are accessing from an permitted region. Precise location is not collected.

This Privacy Policy outlines CityNow's commitment to protecting your personal information. By using our platform, you agree to the practices described in this document.

1 Privacy Policy Introduction & Scope

CityNow deeply values the trust you place in us. As a trusted online gaming platform in Malaysia, we understand how important privacy is in today's digital world. This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we handle every aspect of your personal information — from collection through to deletion.

This policy applies to all users who access the citynow.pro website, use the CityNow mobile app, or interact with any services we provide. It also applies to all processes involving personal data, whether online or offline.

This document should be read together with Terms and Conditions and Responsible Gaming Policy CityNow for a full overview of the agreement between you and our platform.

2 How We Collect Personal Data

CityNow collects your personal information through several transparent and direct methods:

  • Account Registration: When you register, we collect your full name, date of birth, email address, phone number, and other information required to set up your account.
  • KYC (Know Your Customer) Process: To process your first withdrawal and comply with legal requirements, we require a copy of a valid identification document such as a MyKad or passport.
  • Financial Transactions: Every time you make a deposit or withdrawal, the details of that transaction are recorded automatically.
  • Platform Usage: Our system automatically logs activity records, including login times, games played, and interactions with platform features.
  • Customer Support: When you contact our support team via live chat or email, those communication records are retained for reference and service improvement.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Our platform uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance the user experience and analyse usage patterns.

We have never purchased data lists or collected personal information from third-party sources without your knowledge.

3 Personal Data Usage Purposes

Every piece of information we collect has a clear and legitimate purpose. citynow uses your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Account Management: Creating, maintaining, and securely managing your citynow account.
  • Transaction Processing: Processing deposits, withdrawals, and all financial transactions swiftly and accurately.
  • Identity Verification: Ensuring account security and preventing fraud through rigorous verification processes.
  • Service Communications: Sending transaction notifications, account updates, and important security alerts.
  • Customer Support: Resolving complaints, answering enquiries, and providing necessary technical assistance.
  • Platform Improvements: Analysing usage patterns to improve features and the overall user experience.
  • Legal Compliance: Meeting legal obligations, licensing regulations, and anti-money laundering (AML) reporting requirements.
  • Marketing Communications: Sending promotional offers and exclusive bonuses — only if you have consented to receive them.

CityNow will not use your personal data for any purpose beyond those stated without first obtaining your consent.

4 Data Sharing with Third Parties

CityNow is firmly committed to not selling or handing over your personal data to third parties indiscriminately. However, there are limited situations where data sharing is necessary and lawful:

  • Payment Service Providers: Minimal transaction information is shared with licensed payment processors (such as FPX, TNG, GrabPay) solely for the purpose of processing your transactions.
  • Game Service Providers: Third-party game software providers may receive non-personally identifiable session data for technical operational purposes.
  • Authorities & Enforcement: CityNow will disclose required information when mandated by law, court order, or a lawful request from Malaysian authorities.
  • Audit & Compliance: Independent auditors bound by strict confidentiality agreements may access certain data for auditing and licensing compliance purposes.

All third-party partners handling citynow data are bound by strict data protection agreements and are prohibited from using that information for any purpose beyond what is specified.

5 Data Security Measures

CityNow makes serious investments in industry-grade data security infrastructure to ensure your personal information is always protected:

  • 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between clients and servers.
  • Encrypted databases with periodically rotated encryption keys.
  • Role-based access control — only authorised staff may access sensitive data.
  • 24/7 security monitoring with automated intrusion detection systems.
  • Regular penetration testing conducted by independent security firms.
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA) for all internal access to systems containing user data.
  • Encrypted data backups stored across multiple data centres in different locations.

While no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, citynow applies the same security standards as leading financial institutions to protect your data.

6 Data Retention Period

CityNow retains your personal data only for as long as it is needed for the stated purpose or as required by Malaysian law. The following are our data retention guidelines:

Active Account Data

Retained throughout the active account period and updated whenever account information changes.

Financial Transaction Records

Retained for a minimum of 7 years from the transaction date in accordance with Malaysian financial legal requirements.

Activity & Security Logs

Retained for 12 months for fraud detection and dispute resolution purposes.

Customer Support Communications

Retained for 3 years for reference and service improvement.

Data After Account Closure

Minimum data is retained for 5 years after account closure for legal compliance purposes, after which it is securely deleted.

7 Your Rights Over Personal Data

Under Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA), you have the following rights regarding your personal data held by CityNow:

Right to Access

Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you at any time.

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data through your account settings or support.

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data, subject to statutory retention obligations.

Right to Object

Object to data processing for direct marketing purposes — unsubscribe at any time.

Right to Data Portability

Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format for transfer to another platform.

Right to Restrict Processing

Request restriction of data processing in certain circumstances while a dispute is under review.

To exercise any of the rights above, contact the citynow support team via live chat within the platform or visit the FAQ us. We will process your request within 14 business days.

8 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

CityNow uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. The following are the types of cookies we use:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for core platform functions such as login and session security. Cannot be disabled.
  • Performance Cookies: Collecting anonymised data on how you use the platform to help us improve our services.
  • Functional Cookies: Remembering your preferences such as language and display settings to make your experience more comfortable.
  • Analytics Cookies: Helping us understand platform usage patterns in aggregate to inform product improvement decisions.

You can manage your cookie settings through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the citynow platform.

9 Links to Third-Party Services

The citynow platform may contain links to third-party services such as game providers or payment processors. This Privacy Policy applies solely to the citynow platform.

When you access third-party services through our platform, their own privacy policies apply. CityNow is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites or services.

We encourage you to read the privacy policy of every third-party service you use alongside the CityNow platform.

10 Contact Us About Privacy

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding how CityNow handles your personal data, please do not hesitate to reach out to us:

  • Live Chat: Available 24/7 directly within the citynow platform — the fastest way to get a response.
  • Email: [email protected] — for written inquiries that require documentation.
  • Response Time: We are committed to responding to all privacy-related enquiries within 3 business days.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on 1 January 2026. Any significant changes will be communicated to all members via email and in-platform notifications.

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