Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Philippine-guides.com ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the philippine-guides.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all related content, functionality, and services offered on or through the website (collectively, the "Site").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site. By accessing and using philippine-guides.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:

• Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact information you voluntarily provide when registering, subscribing to our newsletter, or contacting us.
• Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, device information, and unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time and date of visits, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring/exit pages, and other browsing activity.
• Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
• Affiliate Tracking Data: Referral information, click-through data, and conversion tracking related to casino and gambling affiliate partnerships.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our services.
• To send you promotional materials, newsletters, and affiliate-related communications (you may opt-out at any time).
• To track and monitor affiliate referrals and commissions from casino partners.
• To analyze Site usage, user behavior, and trends for analytics and statistical purposes.
• To respond to your inquiries, comments, and requests for customer support.
• To personalize your experience and deliver content tailored to your interests.
• To prevent fraud, abuse, and ensure Site security and compliance with legal obligations.
• To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests from authorities in the Philippines and abroad.

Cookie Policy

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytical data. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track referrals and commissions from casino partners.
• Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Used for retargeting and promotional purposes.

Cookie Opt-Out Options:

• You may refuse cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.
• To opt-out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• For targeted advertising opt-outs, visit the Digital Advertising Alliance or the Network Advertising Initiative.

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality and user experience.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to external websites, including casino platforms, gambling operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these third-party sites.

• We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any linked casinos or gambling platforms before providing personal information.
• Third-party links are provided for informational and affiliate purposes only.
• Your interaction with third-party sites is governed by their respective privacy policies, not this Privacy Policy.

Affiliate Disclaimer: Philippine-guides.com may earn commissions and affiliate fees from casino operators and gambling platforms linked on this Site. This does not influence our recommendations or editorial content.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request access to personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
• Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data for marketing or affiliate tracking purposes.
• Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a portable format.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

For Users in the European Union/UK: Your rights are protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

For Users in the United States: Your rights may be protected under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or other state privacy laws.

For Users in the Philippines: Your rights are protected under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and its implementing rules and regulations.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

• Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter.
• Analytics Data: Typically retained for 26 months (or as per Google Analytics default settings).
• Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained according to affiliate partner agreements and applicable law.
• Communication Records: Retained for business and legal compliance purposes.

You may request data deletion at any time, subject to legal and business requirements.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: philippine-guides.com

We will respond to privacy inquiries and data subject requests within thirty (30) days or as required by applicable law.

Data Protection Officer: For inquiries related to compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at the email address above.

This Privacy Policy is subject to change at any time. We will notify users of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any updated Privacy Policy.