Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Philippine Tuberculosis Society, Inc. (“PTSI”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us when you visit or interact with this website (https://philtbsociety.org/). This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and safeguard your personal data in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) and its implementing rules and regulations in the Philippines.

2. Scope

This Privacy Statement applies to all personal information collected through the Website, including information provided via online forms, email communications, and other interactions with the Website. It does not apply to personal data collected offline or through other channels not connected to this Website unless otherwise stated.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Device and Usage Information: Technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and how you interact with pages.
• Personal Information You Provide: Name, email address, phone number, and other information voluntarily provided via contact forms or donation portals.

4. How We Use Your Information

The personal information we collect may be used to:

• Respond to your inquiries and communicate with you
• Provide and improve our services and programs
• Send newsletters, announcements, or event updates
• Process donations or requests for support
• Comply with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

PTSI will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to any third party. We may share your information with service providers assisting us, government authorities if required by law, or other organizations with your explicit consent.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect Device Information to improve performance and understand user behavior. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Security of Personal Information

We implement technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with applicable laws.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, delete, or withdraw consent regarding your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer.

Date last updated: 2/24/2026