Privacy Policy

Welcome to Bakasyon.ph. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our content, including travel guides, articles, and affiliate offers. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit Bakasyon.ph, we may collect both personal and non-personal information to improve your browsing experience and deliver relevant content.

Personal Information: This may include your name and email address when you contact us via our contact page or subscribe to our newsletter.
Non-Personal Information: We automatically collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring URLs through analytics tools and cookies.

We use this information to analyze website performance, personalize content, and improve usability.

2. How We Use Your Data

We collect data for the following purposes:

To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
To improve our articles, travel guides, and affiliate content
To send optional newsletters or updates (only if you subscribe)
To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activity

We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

3. Cookies and Analytics

Bakasyon.ph uses cookies to enhance your experience and track anonymous usage data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with the website. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, although some features may not function properly.

We also use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to collect aggregated data about visitor behavior. This helps us measure website performance and optimize content. For more details on how Google manages your data, visit the Google Privacy Policy.

4. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Services

Some pages on Bakasyon.ph include affiliate links to trusted travel partners such as Klook, Kiwi.com, and Travelpayouts. Clicking these links may result in cookies being placed on your device to track referrals and commissions. These partners have their own privacy policies, which we recommend reviewing before making a purchase or providing any personal information.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites linked from Bakasyon.ph.

5. Data Retention and Security

We store your personal data securely and only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. Access to personal data is limited to authorized personnel who are bound by confidentiality agreements. We implement technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of your information.

6. Your Rights

Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act and applicable international regulations such as the GDPR, you have the right to:

Access and request a copy of your personal data
Request corrections or deletion of your information
Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission if you believe your rights have been violated

7. Children’s Privacy

Bakasyon.ph is a general audience website and does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such data, it will be deleted promptly.

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, website features, or legal obligations. The “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page indicates the latest revision. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how your data is protected.