Effective Date: April 10, 2025
This Data Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect personal information on our Barangay Service Website, in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) of the Philippines.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information through online forms:
- Full name
- Address
- Contact number
- Email address
- Date of birth
- Valid ID information or uploads
- Other details relevant to barangay services (e.g., reason for clearance request)
2. Purpose of Data Collection
Your data is collected for the following purposes:
- To process and verify barangay clearance requests or complaints
- To respond to inquiries or requests
- For communication regarding appointments or service status
- To generate internal statistics for service improvements
3. Data Sharing and Storage
- We store data securely using cloud storage services with appropriate safeguards.
- We do not sell or share your data with unauthorized third parties.
- Only authorized barangay personnel will have access to your information.
4. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained only as long as necessary for its intended purpose or as required by law.
5. Your Rights
Under the Data Privacy Act, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or outdated data
- Withdraw consent to processing
- Lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)
6. Security Measures
We implement reasonable and appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
7. Contact Us
For questions or requests regarding your personal data, please contact:
Barangay Data Protection Officer
Email: barangaypoblacionpateros@gmail.com
Phone: 02) 8641 5502
Barangay Office: G, M. R Flores, Pateros, Metro Manila
