Document background
The Data Protection Privacy Notice is a mandatory document under the Philippines Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) for organizations that collect and process personal information. It must be provided to data subjects before or at the time of data collection and serves as a primary mechanism for transparency in data processing activities. The notice should be written in clear, simple language and must include specific information required by law, such as the purposes of processing, data subject rights, and security measures implemented. This document is particularly crucial in the Philippine context, where data privacy regulations are strictly enforced by the National Privacy Commission, and violations can result in significant penalties. Organizations should regularly review and update their privacy notice to reflect changes in their data processing activities or regulatory requirements.
