Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to GoDavaoDeOro ("we", "our", "us", or the "Platform"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

This Privacy Policy explains:

• What information we collect
• How we use your information
• Your rights and choices
• How we protect your data

By using GoDavaoDeOro, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Search Queries & Interactions:

• Business searches and category selections
• Location preferences (municipality selection)
• Language preferences (English, Bisaya, Tagalog)
• Feedback, suggestions, and corrections you submit

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Usage Data:

• IP address and general location (city/region level)
• Browser type, version, and language
• Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referral source (how you found us)
• Date and time of access

2.3 Third-Party Services

Google Maps Platform: When you use our map features, Google Maps API processes your search queries, selected location/municipality, map interactions, and business place IDs.

Google's Privacy Policy applies: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: Display relevant businesses, services, and information
• Personalization: Remember your location and language preferences
• Service Improvement: Understand user behavior and identify popular features
• Communication: Respond to your inquiries and feedback
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6. Your Rights Under Philippine Law

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("Right to be forgotten")
• Object: Object to processing of your data
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)

To exercise your rights, contact us at: privacy@godavaodeoro.com

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure hosting infrastructure
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• No storage of sensitive personal data

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

GoDavaoDeOro is a general audience platform and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent/guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@godavaodeoro.com.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy: