Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 15, 2025
Welcome to BookEasy.ph. We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy rights in accordance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and its implementing rules and regulations.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you use our online booking platform. By using BookEasy.ph, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Data We Collect
For Business Owners:
- Business name, address, and contact information
- Email address and phone number
- Account credentials (encrypted passwords)
- Business hours and service offerings
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
For Clients/Customers:
- Name and contact information (phone number, email)
- Booking preferences and appointment history
- Service selections and special requests
Automatically Collected Data:
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- IP address and location data (general area only)
- Usage data (pages visited, features used, booking activity)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery: To process bookings, manage appointments, and send booking confirmations and reminders
- Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate your identity, and provide customer support
- Communication: To send important updates, notifications, and respond to your inquiries
- Business Operations: To improve our platform, analyze usage patterns, and prevent fraud or abuse
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
- Marketing (with consent): To send promotional materials and updates about new features (you can opt-out anytime)
3. Data Protection and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:
- Encryption: Data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
- Secure Storage: Personal data is stored in secure databases with access controls and regular security audits
- Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal data, and access is logged and monitored
- Regular Updates: We keep our security systems updated to protect against known vulnerabilities
- Third-Party Services: We use reputable service providers that comply with data protection standards
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., cloud hosting, payment processors, email services)
- Business Owners: When you make a booking, your information is shared with the business owner to fulfill your appointment
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to users)
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your data
5. Your Rights Under the Data Privacy Act
As a data subject under RA 10173, you have the following rights:
- Right to be Informed: You have the right to know what personal data we collect and how we use it
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data that we hold
- Right to Rectification: You can correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
- Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and operational requirements
- Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes
- Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured, commonly used format
- Right to File a Complaint: You can file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission if you believe your rights have been violated
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
- Account data is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account closure
- Booking records are retained for business and legal compliance purposes
- Marketing data is retained until you opt-out or request deletion
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and improve our services. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect some functionality of our platform.
8. Children's Privacy
BookEasy.ph is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of BookEasy.ph after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your rights under the Data Privacy Act, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer
BookEasy.ph
Email: privacy@bookeasy.ph
We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, in accordance with the Data Privacy Act.
This Privacy Policy is compliant with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173).