Interpretation and Definitions 

Interpretation 

Words with the initial letter capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions shall have the same meaning whether they appear in singular or plural form. 

Definitions 

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy: 

Account – A unique account created for you to access our Service or parts of our Service. 

Affiliate – An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party, where “control” means ownership of fifty percent (50%) or more of the shares, equity interest, or other securities entitled to vote for the election of directors or other managing authority. 

Company (referred to as “the Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) – Refers to Gothong Southern, Citadel Building, 637 Bonifacio Drive, Port Area, Barangay 653, Zone 68, Manila, 1018, Metro Manila, Philippines. 

Cookies – Small files placed on your computer, mobile device, or any other device by a website, containing details of your browsing history on that website among its many uses. 

Country – Refers to the Philippines. 

Device – Any device that can access the Service, such as a computer, mobile phone, or digital tablet. 

Personal Data – Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual, as defined under the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012. 

Service – Refers to the Website. 

Service Provider – Any natural or juridical person who processes Personal Data on behalf of the Company, including third-party companies or individuals engaged to facilitate, provide, analyze, or improve the Service. 

Usage Data – Data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (for example, the duration of a page visit). 

Website – Refers to the official website of Gothong Southern, accessible via the internet, including all webpages, subpages, and features hosted under its official domain. 

You – Refers to the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable. 

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data 

Types of Data Collected 

Personal Data 

While using our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. This may include, but is not limited to: 

• Email address 
• First and last name 
• Phone number 
• Usage Data 

Usage Data 

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service. It may include information such as your Device’s internet protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, pages visited, date and time of visits, time spent on pages, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data. 

When you access the Service through a mobile device, we may also collect information such as the type of mobile device used, unique device ID, IP address, mobile operating system, mobile browser type, and other diagnostic data. 

Tracking Technologies and Cookies 

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information to improve and analyze our Service. 

Tracking technologies may include beacons, tags, and scripts. 

Cookies 

Cookies can be Session Cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or Persistent Cookies (remain on your device until deleted). 

We use the following types of Cookies: 

Necessary / Essential Cookies 

• Type: Session Cookies 
• Administered by: Gothong Southern 
• Purpose: Essential for providing services through the Website and enabling core functionality such as user authentication and security. 

Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies 

• Type: Persistent Cookies 
• Administered by: Gothong Southern 
• Purpose: Identify whether users have accepted the use of Cookies on the Website. 

Functionality Cookies 

• Type: Persistent Cookies 
• Administered by: Gothong Southern 
• Purpose: Remember user preferences (e.g., language or login details) to provide a more personalized experience. 

You may instruct your browser to refuse all Cookies or to indicate when a Cookie is being sent. However, some parts of the Service may not function properly without Cookies. 

Use of Your Personal Data 

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes: 

• To provide, operate, and maintain the Service 
• To manage your Account and registration 
• To perform contractual obligations related to products or services 
• To contact you via email, phone, SMS, or other electronic communication regarding service-related updates 
• To provide news, offers, or information about services similar to those you have availed of, unless you opt out 
• To attend to and manage your requests 
• For business transfers such as mergers, reorganizations, or asset sales 
• For data analysis, service improvement, marketing effectiveness, and user experience enhancement 

Processing of Personal Data is conducted in accordance with lawful criteria under the Data Privacy Act, including consent, contractual necessity, and legitimate interest. 

Sharing of Personal Data 

We may share your Personal Data in the following situations: 

• With Service Providers: To monitor, analyze, or support the Service 
• For Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales 
• With Affiliates: Subject to compliance with this Privacy Policy 
• With Business Partners: To offer products, services, or promotions 
• With Other Users: When you voluntarily share information in public areas 
• With Your Consent: For any other purpose with your authorization 

Retention of Your Personal Data 

The Company will retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. 

Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period unless required for security, service improvement, or legal compliance. 

Transfer of Your Personal Data 

Your Personal Data may be processed at the Company’s offices or in other locations where Service Providers operate. This may involve transfers outside your jurisdiction. 

The Company ensures that appropriate organizational, physical, and technical security measures are in place to protect your Personal Data, in compliance with the Data Privacy Act. 

Your Rights as a Data Subject 

In accordance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act, you have the right to: 

• Be informed 
• Access your Personal Data 
• Object to processing 
• Rectify or correct inaccuracies 
• Erase or block Personal Data 
• Data portability 
• File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission 

You may exercise these rights by contacting us using the details below. 

Disclosure of Your Personal Data 

Business Transactions 

If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred. You will be notified prior to such transfer. 

Law Enforcement 

We may disclose Personal Data if required by law or valid governmental request. 

Other Legal Requirements 

Disclosure may occur when necessary to: 

• Comply with legal obligations 
• Protect Company rights or property 
• Prevent or investigate wrongdoing 
• Protect public or user safety 
• Protect against legal liability 

Security of Your Personal Data 

We implement reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect your Personal Data. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. 

Children’s Privacy 

The Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children. If such data is discovered, we will take steps to delete it promptly. 

Links to Other Websites 

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies. 

Changes to This Privacy Policy 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page and reflected in the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. 

Contact Us 

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your Personal Data, you may contact us by visiting: 

https://www.gothong.com/contactus