Adolf Sta Cruz is the lead writer and editor of JLPUB Blog. He is a Manila-based iGaming writer with roughly eight years of experience covering slots, live casino, sports betting and e-wallet payments for Filipino players. Every JLPUB guide on this site passes through his hands before it goes live.
Background
Adolf started writing about online gaming when e-wallets like GCash were just becoming the default way Filipinos paid for things online. Since then he has written player guides, payment explainers and game reviews for several Philippine-focused gaming and tech publications.
Before focusing on iGaming, he worked in digital content and editing, which is where he picked up his habit of checking every claim twice. He is a long-time PBA and NBA follower, a casual poker player, and the kind of person who reads the full bonus terms before clicking "claim".
What he covers
On JLPUB Blog, Adolf focuses on topics that matter most to everyday players on JLPUB Philippines:
- Accounts and security: the JLPUB register and login guide, including OTP safety and password tips.
- Payments: step-by-step help in the GCash and Maya deposits and withdrawals guide.
- Slots and fishing games: RTP and volatility in the JLPUB slots guide, plus the fishing games guide.
- Table and card games: the live casino and baccarat guide and the poker basics guide.
- Sports: odds, markets and PBA/NBA betting in the sports betting guide.
- Mobile: installing and using the JLPUB app on Android and iPhone.
How he tests and researches
Adolf's process is hands-on wherever possible. When a guide describes a flow — like signing up, making a small deposit or finding a game in the lobby — he checks it on real devices before publishing.
- Walk through the flow: he tests key steps on both Android and iPhone, using small, illustrative amounts.
- Read the fine print: promo terms, wagering rules and payment notes are read in full, not skimmed.
- Cross-check sources: game mechanics like RTP and odds are checked against reliable public references.
- Flag what changes: anything that can move — bonus values, limits, processing times — is marked as "check the current page" rather than stated as fact.
- Review for safety: every guide includes reminders about the 21+ rule, official links and never sharing OTPs.
Drafts may be AI-assisted, but Adolf edits, fact-checks and approves every page. You can read the full process in our editorial policy.
Writing principles
| Principle | How it shows up |
|---|---|
| No hype | No "guaranteed wins" or "sure-ball" tips — ever. |
| Plain language | Short sentences, simple examples in ₱, Taglish only when it helps. |
| No invented facts | No made-up license numbers, owners or bonus amounts. |
| Safety first | Responsible gaming tips in every guide, not just one page. |
On responsible play
Adolf treats gaming as paid entertainment — like a movie ticket, not an investment. He sets a fixed budget per session and stops when it's gone, win or lose. He strongly encourages readers to do the same, especially around payday and petsa de peligro, when it's tempting to chase losses.
If you want a simple system, start with the responsible gaming budget plan and the tools on our responsible gaming page.
Independence
Adolf is not employed by the JLPUB operator. JLPUB Blog earns affiliate commissions from some links, but that never decides what he writes about a game, feature or promo. Our affiliate disclosure explains this in full.
Contact Adolf
Have a correction, a question about a guide or a topic suggestion? Email astacruz@jlpub.blog. Replies usually take 1–3 business days. Please note that Adolf cannot access or fix player accounts — for that, contact official JLPUB support. More details are on the contact us page.
Want to know more about the site itself? Visit about JLPUB Blog, check the JLPUB FAQ, or browse all of Adolf's guides.
Last updated: October 19, 2026.
AI-assisted content. This page was drafted with AI assistance and reviewed by Adolf Sta Cruz. Last updated .