1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
When you use our contact forms, newsletter signup, or other interactive features, we may collect: name, email address, phone number (optional), and any message content you submit.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect certain technical data when you visit our site, including: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, time and date of visit, and approximate geographic location (country/region level only).
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., local storage) to improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze site traffic. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function as intended.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
• To provide, operate, and improve the Pawnshop Manila website and its content
• To respond to inquiries or feedback you submit
• To send newsletters or updates you have opted in to receive
• To analyze usage trends and improve user experience
• To comply with legal obligations
• To detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity
4. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website contains links to third-party sites such as lenders, pawnshops, financial institutions, and booking platforms (e.g., Booking.com affiliate links). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you visit.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including HTTPS encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 26 months.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing.
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at privacy@pawnshopmanila.com.
8. Children's Privacy
Pawnshop Manila is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
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 post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@pawnshopmanila.com
Website: pawnshopmanila.com/contact
Pawnshop Manila — Independent Comparison Platform
Metro Manila, Philippines