1. Introduction
BetterOrmoc.org ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
This policy is designed to comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) of the Philippines and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR).
2. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information necessary to operate this civic platform effectively:
Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Email address (when you contact us or submit feedback)
- Name (if provided in correspondence)
- Message content and inquiries
Information Collected Automatically
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
Important:
We do not collect sensitive personal information such as government-issued ID numbers, financial information, health records, or biometric data through this website.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and feedback
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- To ensure website security and prevent abuse
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party services (e.g., web hosting, analytics) that assist in operating our website
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority under Philippine jurisdiction
- Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of BetterOrmoc.org, our users, or the public
5. Your Rights
Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data privacy rights, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us:
volunteer@betterormoc.org