Effective Date: 2025-01-01
Last Updated: [Insert Date of Revision]
1. Introduction
Welcome to Lokal (“us,” “we,” or “our”).
Lokal operates the https://www.lokalph.com website (hereinafter referred to as the “Service”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, safeguard, and disclose information that results from your use of our Service. It also outlines your rights under Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (DPA), and other relevant Philippine laws.
By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy, terms used herein have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions.
2. Definitions
SERVICE refers to the https://www.lokalph.com website operated by Lokal.
PERSONAL DATA refers to any information from which the identity of an individual is apparent or can reasonably and directly be ascertained.
USAGE DATA refers to data automatically collected, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (e.g., the duration of a page visit).
COOKIES are small files stored on your device (computer or mobile device).
DATA CONTROLLER refers to a natural or legal person who determines the purposes and means of processing Personal Data. Lokal acts as a Data Controller.
DATA PROCESSOR refers to a natural or legal person who processes Personal Data on behalf of the Data Controller.
DATA SUBJECT refers to an individual whose Personal Data is processed.
USER refers to the individual using our Service and corresponds to the Data Subject.
3. Information Collection and Use
We collect various types of information for multiple purposes to provide and improve our Service.
4. Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
When using our Service, we may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information, which may include but is not limited to:
-
Email address
-
First name and last name
-
Phone number
-
Address (Country, State, Province, ZIP/Postal code, City)
-
Cookies and Usage Data
We use this data to provide you with newsletters, marketing or promotional materials, and other information that may interest you. You can opt out of receiving these communications by following the unsubscribe link.
Usage Data
Usage Data may include:
-
Your device’s IP address
-
Browser type and version
-
Pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages
-
Unique device identifiers
Location Data
With your permission, we may collect and store information about your location to provide certain Service features. You can enable or disable location services in your device settings.
Cookies and Tracking Data
We use cookies and similar technologies for tracking and analytics. Examples include:
-
Session Cookies (to operate our Service)
-
Preference Cookies (to store preferences)
-
Security Cookies (for security purposes)
-
Advertising Cookies (to deliver targeted ads)
You can refuse cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Service may become unavailable.
Other Data
We may collect additional data, including demographic information, employment details, and other identifiers when necessary for specific functions of the Service.
5. Use of Data
Lokal may use the collected data for the following purposes:
-
To provide and maintain our Service
-
To notify you of changes to our Service
-
To offer customer support
-
To gather valuable information for improving the Service
-
To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
-
To fulfill contractual obligations
-
To comply with legal requirements
6. Retention of Data
We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and to comply with legal obligations. Usage Data is retained for internal analysis unless required for security or legal purposes.
7. Transfer of Data
Your information, including Personal Data, is processed in the Philippines. By providing information to us, you consent to its transfer and processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy. We ensure all reasonable safeguards for your data’s security.
8. Disclosure of Data
We may disclose your Personal Data under the following circumstances:
-
Legal Compliance: To comply with lawful requests or obligations.
-
Business Transactions: In the event of a merger or acquisition.
-
Authorized Sharing: With your consent, or to contractors and affiliates for business purposes.
9. Security of Data
While we employ commercially reasonable means to protect your Personal Data, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Your Rights as a Data Subject
Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights:
-
Right to Access: Request a copy of your Personal Data.
-
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
-
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your Personal Data under certain conditions.
-
Right to Data Portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a commonly used format.
-
Right to Object: Withdraw consent or object to data processing.
-
Right to Complain: File complaints with the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
To exercise these rights, contact us at david@lokalph.com Verification of identity may be required.
11. Service Providers
We may engage third-party providers for analytics, payment processing, or other services. These providers are contractually obligated to safeguard your data.
12. Links to Other Sites
Our Service may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies.
13. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you become aware of such data being shared, contact us immediately for its removal.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be notified via email and/or a prominent notice on our Service. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically.
15. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please email us at:
david@lokalph.com
