Effective Date: October 4, 2025
Last Updated: October 4, 2025
Welcome to Pampanga News (pampanganews.com).
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.
By accessing or using Pampanga News, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
We may collect personally identifiable information when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Submit press releases, feedback, or inquiries
- Participate in promotions, surveys, or events
This may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Contact number
- Organization or company name
b. Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect non-identifiable information such as:
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- IP address and approximate location
- Pages visited, duration of visit, and referring URLs
This information helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve content delivery.
2. How We Use Your Information
Pampanga News may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To improve our website, articles, and services
- To send news updates, newsletters, and announcements (if subscribed)
- To respond to inquiries or feedback
- To analyze website traffic and readership trends
- To comply with legal obligations or law enforcement requests
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytics data.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the site may not function properly.
We may also use third-party tools such as:
- Google Analytics (for website insights)
- Google AdSense or similar platforms (for ads and monetization)
These third parties may use cookies to serve relevant ads based on your browsing activity.
4. Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
However, we may share information with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, email, or analytics partners) who help us operate the website
- Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect our rights and users’ safety
All partners and processors are expected to comply with data privacy and security obligations under Philippine law.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable organizational, technical, and physical measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no system is completely secure. Use of our website is at your own risk.
6. Your Rights Under the Data Privacy Act
Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent to processing
- File a complaint before the National Privacy Commission (NPC)
To exercise these rights, contact us via the details below.
7. Links to Other Websites
Our articles may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., news sources, social media, or partners). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their policies separately.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of our site means you accept those changes.
9. Contact Us
For any privacy concerns, inquiries, or data-related requests, please contact:
Pampanga News
📧 support@pampanganews.com
