Effective Date: June 25, 2025
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) respects your right to privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when accessing our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173).
1. Information We Collect
- Personal data you voluntarily provide through online forms (e.g., name, email address, contact number)
- Information from emails or inquiries sent to us
- Technical data such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited
2. Use of Collected Information
- To respond to your inquiries or requests
- To improve our services and website performance
- To provide relevant updates, advisories, or notifications
- To maintain internal records and reports
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
- We do not sell, share, or disclose your personal information to third parties without your consent, except:
- When required by law
- To authorized government agencies with legal authority
- For legitimate government functions, such as program evaluation or service delivery
4. Data Protection and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
5. Retention of Personal Data
Your personal information will be retained only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
6. Your Rights
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Object to processing or request deletion
- File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission
7. Contact Us
For any concerns, inquiries, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact:
Data Protection Officer
Department of Trade and Industry
Email: bmdpo@dti.gov.ph
Phone: (02) 7791-3102