ST PAULS Philippines Privacy Policy
Society of St Paul, Inc.

Effective Date: February 11, 2026

Society of St. Paul, Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the ST PAULS Ph mobile application and related digital services (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our Service.

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

To provide and improve our Service, we may collect the following personal information:

• Full name

• Mailing or delivery address

• Email address

• Mobile phone number

• Account login details (if applicable)

• Transaction and purchase information

• Device and usage data

This information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and to comply with legal obligations.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service

• Process orders, payments, and deliveries

• Communicate updates, confirmations, and customer support responses

• Improve app performance, features, and user experience

• Ensure security and prevent fraud or misuse

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

3. Third-Party Services

The Service may use trusted third-party providers for:

• Payment processing

• Analytics and performance monitoring

• Hosting and cloud storage

• Delivery and logistics services

These providers may access limited personal information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are required to protect your data.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of these third-party services separately.

4. Log Data and Device Information

When you use the Service, we may automatically collect technical information such as:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address

• Device model and operating system

• App configuration and usage statistics

• Date, time, and duration of access

• Error reports and diagnostics

This data helps us maintain security and improve functionality.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

While the mobile app itself may not directly use cookies, third-party tools integrated into the Service may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember user preferences

• Analyze usage trends

• Improve service performance

You may manage cookie preferences through your device or browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features.

6. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to protect your data.

7. Links to External Sites

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services not operated by Society of St. Paul, Inc.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of external sites. Users are encouraged to review their respective privacy policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If we become aware that a child has provided personal information, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians may contact us to request removal.

9. Your Rights (Philippine Data Privacy Compliance)

In accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), you have the right to:

• Be informed about data collection and processing

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate or outdated information

• Withdraw consent where applicable

• Request deletion or blocking of data, subject to legal limits

• File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted within the Service with a revised Effective Date.

Users are encouraged to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or data privacy requests, please contact:

Society of St. Paul, Inc. – ST PAULS Philippines
Email: dataprivacy@stpauls.ph

This Privacy Policy applies to the ST PAULS Ph mobile application, website, and related digital services operated by Society of St Paul, Inc.