This Privacy Policy outlines how Ponswi (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects the personal information of users (“you” or “your”) who visit our website and use our mobile application (collectively referred to as the “Platform”). We are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. By accessing or using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Ponswi is a dynamic and innovative platform that connects travelers, event organizers, and vacation enthusiasts with a diverse selection of stunning resorts, private pools, and event venues in the Philippines and beyond. Our mission is to curate extraordinary experiences and make dream getaways a reality.
2. Information We Collect
2.1. Personal Information: When you register an account or make a booking, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and billing information. 2.2. Usage Information: We collect information about your interactions with the Platform, such as pages visited, searches performed, and features used. 2.3. Location Information: With your consent, we collect location data to help you find nearby event places or private pools.
3. Cookies and Third-Party Advertising (AdSense Mandatory Disclosure)
3.1. Google AdSense and Third-Party Cookies: We use third-party advertising companies, including Google AdSense, to serve ads when you visit our Platform. 3.2. Use of Cookies: These companies may use cookies, web beacons, and other technologies to collect information (not including your name, address, email address, or telephone number) about your visits to this and other websites in order to provide advertisements about goods and services of interest to you. 3.3. The DoubleClick Cookie: Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on your site. Google’s use of the DoubleClick cookie enables it and its partners to serve ads to your users based on their visit to your sites and/or other sites on the Internet. 3.4. Your Rights and Opt-Out:
- Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
- Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor’s use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
4. Use of Information
4.1. Fulfillment: We use your information to facilitate bookings and communicate with you. 4.2. Personalization: We use data to display relevant content, recommendations, and advertisements that match your interests. 4.3. Analysis: We use usage information to analyze and enhance the Platform’s performance and security.
5. Disclosure of Information
5.1. Service Providers: We share information with trusted providers who assist us in operating and analyzing the Platform. 5.2. Legal Requirements: We may disclose information to comply with applicable laws of the Republic of the Philippines or to protect our rights and investigate fraud.
6. Data Security
6.1. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Your Choices
7.1. Account & Communication: You can update your account settings or opt-out of promotional emails at any time. 7.2. Cookie Control: You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent.
8. Children’s Privacy
8.1. The Platform is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Updates to this Policy
9.1. We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page.