Privacy policy

At Amber-Menu.com.ph, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website. By accessing and using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personally identifiable information to enhance your experience on our website.

Personal Information

We collect personal details only if you provide them voluntarily through forms or interactions, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if submitted through a contact form)

Non-Personal Information

To improve our services, we collect non-identifiable data such as:

  • Browsing data
  • IP address
  • Device and browser information
    This information is gathered using cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • Responding to inquiries: To address your questions and requests.
  • Improving our website: Analyzing user behavior to enhance functionality and personalize your experience.
  • Operations: Sharing necessary data with third-party service providers who help manage our website (e.g., web hosting).

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except for essential service providers who help us operate efficiently.

3. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, please note that no method of data transmission or storage can guarantee complete security.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and track preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies used to maintain your login status; discarded once you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Stored for a specified period to remember your settings and preferences (e.g., login information, screen display options).
  • Analytics Cookies: Track behavior for website optimization.

Cookie Usage Scenarios

  • Comment Form Cookies: When leaving a comment, you can opt-in to save your details (name, email, and website) for future convenience. These cookies last for one year.
  • Login Cookies: Login information is stored for two days or two weeks if “Remember Me” is selected. Upon logging out, these cookies are deleted.
  • Post Edit Cookies: A temporary cookie is stored to track the post ID of edited articles and expires after one day.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred. However, disabling cookies may affect your website experience.

5. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images). Embedded content from other sites behaves as if you visited the other site directly, meaning:

  • These websites may collect data about you.
  • They might use cookies and third-party tracking tools.
  • Your interaction with embedded content can be monitored, especially if you have an account with the other site.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.

  • Comments: If you leave a comment, both the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely to streamline future interactions.
  • User Data: If you have an account, you can request an export of all personal data we hold or ask for its deletion. This does not include data we are required to retain for legal, security, or administrative purposes.

7. Your Rights Over Your Data

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal data.
  • Data Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to exceptions required by law.
  • Opt-Out: Opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us via [email protected] or through our contact form.

8. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal requirements or changes in our business practices.

  • Notification: Any changes will be posted on this page, so please review it regularly.
  • Consent to Changes: Continued use of our services after updates to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

If you have concerns about any updates, feel free to contact us.