Privacy Policy for Lingua Franca Services, Inc.

Privacy Policy for Lingua Franca Services, Inc.

Effective Date: February 16, 2025

Lingua Franca Services, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data you provide when you visit our website https://linguafrancaservicesinc.com/. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and other relevant regulations enforced by the National Privacy Commission (NPC). By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from visitors to our website:

a. Personal Information

When you interact with us through forms, applications, or inquiries, we may collect personal information, including:

  • Full Name

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

  • Company Name

  • Job Title or Position

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume (for job applicants)

  • LinkedIn Profile or Professional Information

  • Any other details you provide through forms, job applications, or direct communication

b. Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personally identifiable information automatically when you visit our website, including:

  • IP Address

  • Browser Type and Version

  • Operating System

  • Device Type

  • Pages Visited and Time Spent on the Website

  • Referring URL

  • Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies (see the section below)

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our services: This includes responding to inquiries, providing outsourcing services, recruitment processes, and job placements.

  • To communicate with you: We may send you updates, proposals, newsletters, promotional material, or other communications that you have opted to receive.

  • For recruitment purposes: We process personal data from job applicants to assess and match qualifications with available positions.

  • To enhance our website: We use the data to improve website functionality and user experience.

  • For compliance and legal purposes: We may use your personal data to comply with legal obligations or to protect our legal rights.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files placed on your device that allow us to:

  • Track and analyze website traffic

  • Remember user preferences

  • Improve site functionality

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the performance of certain features on our website.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect the personal data we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmitting data over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

5. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in providing website functionality, conducting business, or delivering services to you (e.g., email services, recruitment platforms, data hosting services).

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal information if required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

  • Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of company assets, your personal data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

6. Your Rights Under the Data Privacy Act

As a data subject, you have the following rights under the Data Privacy Act of 2012:

  • Right to Access: You may request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Correct: You may request correction or update of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

  • Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data for purposes other than those you have consented to.

  • Right to Erasure or Blocking: You may request the deletion or blocking of your personal data if it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

  • Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal data in a format that allows you to transfer it to another service provider.

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time (where consent is the legal basis for processing).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided below.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal obligations, or technological developments. When we do, we will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page with a new "Effective Date." We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Lingua Franca Services, Inc.
2ND FLOOR MAPALAD COMMERCIAL BUILDING, MALITLIT,  CITY OF SANTA ROSA, LAGUNA, PHILIPPINES 4026

Email: info@linguafrancaservices.com

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