Privacy Policy for Bidlisiw Academy

Effective Date: 3 January 2026
Last Updated: 3 January 2026

Bidlisiw Academy (“the Academy,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), an initiative of Bidlisiw Foundation, Inc., is dedicated to the protection of personal data and adherence to applicable privacy laws, including the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) in the Philippines.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy delineates the practices of Bidlisiw Academy concerning the collection, use, disclosure, retention, and safeguarding of personal information obtained through our website (bidlisiwacademy.org) and associated learning management system services. By accessing or utilizing our platform, users consent to these practices.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

Upon registration or interaction, we collect:

Full legal name
Email address
Username and encrypted password
Profile photograph

2.2 Educational and Usage Data

Course registrations and advancement metrics
Examination and assignment outcomes
Evaluations and commentary (anonymized for public view)
Forum contributions

2.3 Technical and Automatically Collected Data

Internet Protocol (IP) address
Device specifications and browser particulars
Navigation patterns and session duration
Cookies, web beacons, and analogous technologies

2.4 Correspondence Data

Inquiries via support channels
Survey responses
Electronic mail exchanges

3. Purposes of Data Processing

Personal data is processed solely for legitimate purposes, including:

3.1 Platform Operations

Account establishment and administration
Course facilitation and credential issuance
Instructional correspondence

3.2 Service Optimization

Aggregate analytics for enhancement
Research and development of offerings

3.3 Notifications

Transactional alerts (e.g., enrollment confirmations)
Promotional updates (with opt-in consent)

3.4 Compliance and Protection

Fraud detection
Regulatory adherence
Enforcement of Terms of Service

4. Disclosure of Information

4.1 Non-Sale Assurance

Personal data is not sold, leased, or traded for commercial gain.

4.2 Authorized Third Parties

Data may be disclosed to:

Service contractors (e.g., payment processors, Cloudflare for CDN/security) under strict data processing agreements
Course facilitators, limited to educational necessities

4.3 Compelled Disclosures

Pursuant to lawful mandates, subpoenas, or judicial processes
To safeguard legal interests or public safety

4.4 Corporate Events

In mergers or asset transfers, with notice where feasible.

5. Data Anonymization and Pseudonymization

Public displays employ pseudonymization (e.g., “J. D.”). Aggregate data precludes individual identification.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration
Essential	Core functionality	Session
Analytics	Usage trends	Up to 2 years
Security	Fraud prevention (e.g., Cloudflare)	Persistent
Preferences	User settings	Until deleted

Third-party cookies from integrated services require user consent where mandated. Browser controls apply; disabling may impair functionality.

7. Security Safeguards

We employ:

End-to-end SSL/TLS encryption
Hashing for credentials
Multi-factor authentication options
Routine vulnerability assessments
Compliance with ISO 27001 principles
Disabled legacy protocols (e.g., XML-RPC)

Absolute security cannot be warranted.

8. Data Retention and Deletion

Data is retained commensurate with purpose or legal obligations (e.g., 7 years for financial records per BIR). Inactive accounts deleted upon request, barring archival needs.

9. Data Subject Rights

Under Philippine law and equivalents:

Access and rectification
Objection and erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Portability
Withdrawal of consent
Lodging complaints with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)

Requests processed within 30 days via contact us page.

10. Children’s Data

Our services are available to minors under 18 for certification purposes. For users under 18, parental or guardian consent and notification are required prior to registration and data processing.

11. Cross-Border Transfers

Data processed in the Philippines or compliant jurisdictions with adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses.

12. Third-Party Resources

Linked sites operate independently; we disclaim liability for their practices.

13. Policy Amendments

Revisions posted herein with effective dates. Significant alterations trigger notifications. Continued use post-update signifies acceptance.

14. Governing Law

This Policy is governed by Philippine law. Disputes resolved in Cebu courts.

15. Contact Information

Data Protection Officer
Bidlisiw Academy c/o Bidlisiw Foundation, Inc.
Zone 2, Tipolo, Mandaue City, Cebu 6014, Philippines
Contact us here.
Website: bidlisiwacademy.org

Utilization of Bidlisiw Academy constitutes affirmative consent to this Policy. Users affirm requisite age and authority.