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Privacy Policy

How the Access and Benefit-Sharing Clearing-House collects, uses, and safeguards your personal information.

01

Introduction

Welcome to the Access and Benefit-Sharing Clearing-House (ABSCH). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our services. By using ABSCH, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

02

Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from you, including:

  • Personal Information: name, email address, phone number, and similar identifiers.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device data.
  • Usage Information: pages viewed, time spent on the platform, and interaction data.
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How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and improve our services.
  • Personalize your user experience.
  • Communicate with you, including service updates and notices.
  • Ensure the security of the platform.
04

Sharing Your Information

We do not share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:

  • With your consent.
  • To comply with legal obligations.
  • With third-party service providers who help us operate the platform.
  • To protect the rights and safety of ABSCH and its users.
05

Security of Your Information

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

06

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information that we hold about you.
  • Request the correction of any inaccurate information.
  • Request the deletion of your personal information.
  • Object to the processing of your personal information.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at bmb@bmb.gov.ph.

07

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your use of the platform and to enhance your experience. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit certain features of the platform.

08

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on the platform. Your continued use of ABSCH after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at bmb@bmb.gov.ph.