Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
Republic of the Philippines
1. Introduction
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) respects and values your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how the DENR collects, uses, processes, stores, and protects personal information obtained through its official website.
DENR is committed to ensuring compliance with Republic Act No. 10173, otherwise known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
By accessing and using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
The DENR website may collect the following information:
a. Personal Information
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- Full name
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- Email address
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- Contact number
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- Office/Agency
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- Mailing address
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- Other information voluntarily submitted through forms, inquiries, or applications
b. Automatically Collected Information
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- IP address
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- Browser type and version
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- Date and time of access
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- Pages visited
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- Referring website
This information is collected for statistical analysis, security monitoring, and improvement of website services.
3. Purpose of Collection
The collected information is used for:
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- Processing inquiries, requests, and applications
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- Responding to public feedback and complaints
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- Issuing permits, clearances, and certifications
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- Improving website functionality and public service delivery
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- Ensuring security and preventing unauthorized access
Personal information shall not be used for purposes other than those stated without your consent, unless required by law.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
DENR processes personal data based on:
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- Compliance with legal obligations
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- Performance of official government functions
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- Consent of the data subject
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- Protection of legitimate interests of the public
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
DENR does not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.
Information may only be shared:
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- With authorized government agencies when required by law
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- Upon lawful order of a court or regulatory authority
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- When necessary for the performance of official duties
6. Data Retention
Personal data shall be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws, auditing rules, and government regulations.
After the retention period, data shall be securely disposed of in accordance with government records management policies.
7. Data Protection and Security Measures
DENR implements appropriate organizational, physical, and technical security measures to protect personal data against:
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- Unauthorized access
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- Accidental loss or destruction
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- Disclosure or misuse
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- Alteration
Access to personal data is limited only to authorized personnel.
8. Rights of Data Subjects
Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the right to:
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- Be informed
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- Access your personal data
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- Object to processing
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- Rectify inaccurate data
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- Erasure or blocking
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- Data portability
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- File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission
Requests may be submitted to the DENR Data Protection Officer (DPO).
9. Cookies Policy
The DENR website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic.
Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.
10. Links to External Websites
The DENR website may contain links to external websites. DENR is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
11. Amendments to this Privacy Policy
DENR reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates shall be posted on this page.
12. Contact Information
For privacy concerns and inquiries, you may contact:
Data Protection Officer
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
DENR Central Office
Visayas Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City
Email: [Insert Official Email Address]
Telephone: [Insert Contact Number]