Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 01, 2025

Website: Palarong Pambansa 2025 Official Website

Maintained by: Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit the Palarong Pambansa 2025 Official Website, which is designed to provide real-time updates, schedules, and essential information about the Palarong Pambansa 2025.

1. Information We Collect

Our website is designed to function efficiently with minimal data collection.

Automatically Collected Data:

• Device type and operating system
• Browser type
• IP address (anonymized and used for analytics)
• Pages visited and usage duration

Voluntarily Provided Information:

• Name, email, and message content (via feedback or contact forms)
• Newsletter or notification subscription (only if you opt in)

We do not collect sensitive personal information unless explicitly submitted by the user.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Improve website performance and user experience
• Respond to feedback or inquiries
• Send notifications about events, schedules, or announcements (if subscribed)
• Generate anonymous analytics to guide public service planning

We do not use your data for advertising or commercial purposes.

3. Notifications

• You may receive timely updates on games, announcements, or schedule changes
• You can unsubscribe anytime through your browser or email settings

4. Data Storage and Security

• Personal data, if provided, is transmitted securely and handled only by authorized personnel
• We apply industry-standard security measures to protect your information

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your data. We only share information:

• With relevant government units for service-related purposes
• When required by law or legal proceedings

6. Cookies and Local Storage

Our website may use:

• Cookies to manage sessions and improve performance
• Local storage to cache data and enhance loading speed

These are not used to track users across other sites.

7. Third-Party Links

The website may contain links to external sites (e.g., partner agencies, host venues). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Know what data we collect
• Request correction or deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent to notifications or data usage

For such requests, contact us using the details below.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this policy to reflect changes in services or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our official website.

10. Contact Us

Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte
Provincial Information Technology Office (PITO)
Brgy. 10 Rizal St, Capitol Building, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
Email: info@ilocosnorte.gov.ph