Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 7, 2025

• Introduction

  Welcome to the official website of the City of Victorias. Your privacy is important to us and we are committed in protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website: https://victoriascity.gov.ph

• Information We Collect

  We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, residential address, phone number, date of birth, identification card numbers, and other contact details you provide.
  • Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our website, such as pages visited, time spent, and device information.
  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking tools.

• How We Use Your Information

  We use your information to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain our website and services.
  • Improve user experience and analyze website performance.
  • Respond to inquiries and customer service requests.
  • Send promotional and marketing materials (if you have opted in).
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

• How We Share Your Information

  We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share or transfer your data with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors that assist us in website operation and marketing.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytics. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

• Data Security

  We implement security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no online platform can guarantee 100% security.

• Your Rights and Choices

  You have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal information.
  • Opt-out of marketing communications.
  • Disable cookies through browser settings.
  • Request data portability and restrict processing under certain conditions.

• GDPR and CCPA Compliance

  If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or California, you have additional rights under GDPR and CCPA:

  • Right to be Informed: You have the right to know how we collect and use your data.
  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten): You can request that we delete your personal data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limited processing of your data.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data for direct marketing purposes.
  • Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CCPA): California residents can opt out of the sale of their personal information.
  • How to Exercise These Rights: You can contact us at victoriascitywebsite@gmail.com to make a request. We will respond within the required timeframes.

• Third-Party Links

  Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their respective policies.

• Changes to This Privacy Policy

  We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated "Effective Date.”

• Contact Us

  If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: victoriascitywebsite@gmail.com

By using our website, you hereby give your consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.