Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 3, 2025

PalStop Networks, Inc. ("PalStop", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you use our services at https://palstop.com.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide:

Account registration details (name, email, password)
Profile information (photo, bio, location)
Messages, posts, and uploaded content
Billing and payment details (if applicable)

B. Automatically Collected Information:

IP address and device identifiers
Browser type, OS, and access times
Site usage, clickstream data, and cookies

2. How We Use Your Data

To create and maintain your account
To deliver and personalize services
To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
To comply with legal obligations
To communicate with you

3. Legal Basis for Processing

If you are in the EU, we rely on the following legal bases:

Your consent
Contractual necessity
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:

Service providers (hosting, analytics, payments)
Law enforcement if required by law
Third parties with your explicit consent

5. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own, including the Philippines. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by law (e.g. Standard Contractual Clauses).

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookies in your browser settings. Blocking cookies may impact platform functionality.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as needed to provide our services and for legal compliance. You can request deletion of your account at any time.

8. Your Rights

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and international laws (e.g. GDPR), you may have rights to:

Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent
Object to processing
File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)

To exercise these rights, email privacy@palstop.com.

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard safeguards including encryption, firewalls, and access controls. However, no method is 100% secure. Users are encouraged to use strong passwords and enable 2FA.

10. Children’s Privacy

PalStop is not intended for children under 13 years of age. If we discover that we have collected personal data from a child, we will delete it immediately.

11. Third-Party Links

Our services may contain links to other websites not controlled by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing your information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be announced via email or on the platform. Continued use indicates your acceptance of changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Data Protection Officer
PalStop Networks, Inc.
Baguio City, Philippines
📧 privacy@palstop.com