1. Introduction
Welcome to GTXC (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how GTXC collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, participate in our lottery games, or register an account with us.
By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Date of birth (to verify age eligibility)
- Mailing address
- Payment and billing information
- Instagram account details (if you register via Instagram Login)
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and device identifiers
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring URLs and click data
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2.3 Information from Third Parties
If you choose to register or log in using Instagram, we receive your Instagram username and account ID from Meta Platforms. We do not receive your password or private messages. Your Instagram account must be a Business or Creator account to use this feature.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your GTXC account
- To process lottery ticket purchases and payments
- To verify your identity and age eligibility
- To notify you of lottery results, winnings, or prize claims
- To send you promotional offers, newsletters, and updates (with your consent)
- To improve our website, services, and user experience
- To detect, prevent, and investigate fraud or illegal activity
- To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
- To respond to your customer support inquiries
4. Instagram Login
GTXC offers an optional Instagram Login feature powered by the Meta Instagram API. When you use this feature:
- We receive your Instagram username and unique Instagram account ID from Meta
- We use this information solely to create or access your GTXC account
- We do not post to your Instagram account or access your followers, messages, or media
- Your Instagram access token is stored securely and used only for authentication
You may unlink your Instagram account at any time by contacting us or updating your account settings. Unlinking Instagram does not delete your GTXC account.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us with payment processing, email delivery, analytics, or fraud prevention, under strict confidentiality agreements
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity
- Safety: To protect the rights, safety, or property of GTXC, our users, or the public
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function (login sessions, shopping cart)
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with your consent)
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
8. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure, encrypted storage of passwords and tokens
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Restricted employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Age Restriction
GTXC lottery services are strictly intended for users who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal lottery age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we discover that a minor has registered, we will immediately delete their account and associated data.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where consent was the basis
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided below.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page and notify registered users via email. Your continued use of GTXC services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
