1. Introduction
Refernation.ai (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (DPA) of the Philippines, and other applicable data protection laws.
2. Information We Collect
We collect: (a) Registration data — name, email address, and password; (b) Profile information — work experience, skills, and profile photo; (c) Referral data — names and contact details of people you refer; (d) Usage data — pages visited, features used, and device information; (e) Payment information — wallet and withdrawal details (we do not store full bank account numbers).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to: operate and improve the Platform; process referral bonuses and payments; send service notifications and updates; comply with legal obligations; and prevent fraud and ensure platform security.
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with: trusted service providers who operate under confidentiality agreements; employers who receive referral applications; and government authorities when required by law.
5. Your Rights Under RA 10173
You have the right to: (a) be informed of how your data is used; (b) access your personal data; (c) correct inaccurate data; (d) object to processing of your data; (e) erasure or blocking of your data; (f) data portability; (g) file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) at www.privacy.gov.ph.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to fulfill legal obligations. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
7. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), hashed passwords, and access controls. No system is 100% secure; we encourage you to use a strong, unique password.
8. Cookies
We use session cookies to keep you logged in and to remember your preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.
9. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not directed to persons under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice on the Platform.
11. Contact the Data Privacy Officer
For privacy-related concerns, contact our Data Privacy Officer at privacy@refernation.ai or write to us at Refernation.ai, Metro Manila, Philippines.