Privacy Policy
Last updated: 14 April 2026
About this policy
Barangay Directory("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy. This page explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. This policy is written to comply with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173).
Information we collect
- Usage data — IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent. Collected via Google Analytics for site improvement.
- Submitted information — if you contact us or submit barangay updates, we collect the email address and information you provide.
- Cookies — for analytics and ad personalisation (when ads launch). You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
Public barangay data
Names of barangays, addresses, and officials on this site are aggregated from public records and verified user submissions. If you believe any information about you or your barangay is incorrect or should be removed, please contact us at geospecialistpilipinas@gmail.com.
How we use information
- To provide and improve the directory
- To respond to your messages
- To analyse site usage and SEO performance
- To display relevant advertising (when launched)
Sharing
We do not sell personal information. We share data only with our essential service providers (analytics, advertising, hosting, and database providers) — all subject to their own privacy policies and standard data protection commitments.
Your rights
Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act you have the right to access, correct, object, erase, or withdraw consent for your personal data. Contact us at geospecialistpilipinas@gmail.com to exercise these rights.
Security
We use HTTPS, modern security headers, and reputable third-party providers. No system is 100% secure but we follow industry best practices.
Children
Barangay Directory is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect data from them.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent revision.