Privacy Policy

ECCMI Website Privacy Policy Statement

Created on January 11, 2024
Approved on January 23, 2024

This page is to inform visitors of Empire Credit and Collection Management Inc. (ECCMI) website, www.empireccmi.com, as to ECCMI’s policies as to the collection, use and disclosure of Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information, should they decide to access and/or use ECCMI’s Website.

By accessing and/or using ECCMI`s above website, you, expressly acknowledge that:

a. you have read and understood the below Privacy Policy Statement of ECCMI;

b. you accept and agree to abide with ECCMI’s Privacy Policy Statement;

c. you consent that ECCMI may collect information about you through your use of ECCMI’s Website; and

d. you also authorize ECCMI to use, process and make available your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information for legitimate purpose/s and in accordance with ECCMI’s policies.

ECCMI Commitment

ECCMI commits to:

a. protect and maintain the privacy of your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information in compliance with the requirements of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173); and

b. ensure security and confidentiality of all Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information that you may provide to ECCMI, and/or those that ECCMI may collect from you.

If you do not agree to any of the terms contained in this Privacy Policy Statement, kindly discontinue your access of ECCMI`s website immediately.

ECCMI Collection, Use, Disclosure, Retention, etc, Process

The below terms outline how ECCMI will collect, use, process, secure, and disclose, among others, any Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information which you have provided through ECCMI`s website.

1. COLLECTION

Generally, you can access and use ECCMIs website without disclosing any Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information. The Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information that may be supplied by you or collected from you as a result of your access to or use of ECCMIs website as discussed below, may include, among others, your:

  • Name
  • Age
  • Contact information including mailing address, email address, delivery address, telephone number, mobile number
  • Gender
  • Birthday

The email address and mobile number you provide may be used to respond to your inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. Moreover, as you navigate around and interact with ECCMI website, ECCMI may also collect Non-Personal Identifiable Information about you, which may include the following:

  • Information about your computer/device and internet connection, as well as IP address, operating system, and browser type;
  • Details of your visit to the website

The above Non-Personal Identifiable Information collected may be used for analysis and evaluation in order to help ECCMI improve the services and products ECCMI provide to you.

ECCMI`s website is not intended for use by minors or children, thus minors or children below 18 years old are mandated not to provide any Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information. ECCMI does not knowingly collect such Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information from minors or children.

Kindly note that any information you disclose in public areas, such as message boards or feedback sections, becomes publicly accessible. Hence, this Privacy Policy Statement does not extend to any Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information, or any other details you opt to make public. Exercise caution regarding what you share and refrain from posting any Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information, or other content you intend to keep confidential.

2. MANNER OF COLLECTION OF PERSONAL DATA, PERSONAL OR SENSITIVE INFORMATION

When you access ECCMI`s website, ECCMI may collect your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when you:

  • Browse, use, participate in any activity or service on ECCMI`s Website
  • Send an inquiry, leave a comment, post any notice or provide feedback at ECCMI`s website
  • Do any transaction through ECCMI website such as when you subscribe for information on ECCMI products and/or services; participate in any of ECCMI online activities, social media initiatives, events, etc.

3. USE/PURPOSE/LEGAL BASIS OF COLLECTION/PROCESSING OF PERSONAL DATA, PERSONAL OR SENSITIVE INFORMATION

ECCMI respects the privacy of your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information. Any Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information supplied by you or collected from you as a result of your access to or use of ECCMI`s Website will be used for the following purposes only:

  • to enable you to access or use a service on ECCMI`s website;
  • to identify you when you access and use the website in order for you to enjoy a customized and personalized experience by presenting products and offers tailored to you;
  • to respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests, such as to send you documents you request or email alerts;
  • to send you important information regarding the website, changes to ECCMI terms, conditions and policies and/or other information;
  • to advise you of other products or services which may be of interest to you;
  • for data analysis, audits, developing new products, updating and enhancing ECCMI website/records, improving the design and marketing of ECCMI`s range of products and services for your use, identifying website usage trends, and determining the effectiveness of ECCMI promotional campaigns.

The use of your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information will be kept to the minimum required in order for ECCMI to continually monitor and improve ECCMI`s services and keeping you informed about ECCMI`s products, services and other opportunities within ECCMI.

4. DISCLOSURE/NON-DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA, PERSONAL OR SENSITIVE INFORMATION

ECCMI may disclose information collected through the website to the following individuals or entities which you agree or consent to:

  • ECCMI`s service providers (including those who provide administrative or other services to ECCMI in connection with the operation of ECCMI`s website) or data processors, contractors and other third parties who provide services to support ECCMI`s business and who are bound by contractual obligations to keep your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which ECCMI discloses it to them;
  • Government and law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies;
  • ECCMI`s professional advisers, including without limitation ECCMI`s lawyers, accountants and auditors;
  • any agent acting on ECCMI`s behalf; and
  • ECCMI`s business partners.

ECCMI may also disclose information collected through the website for the following reasons, among others:

  • to comply with orders of courts, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and with applicable laws and regulations; and
  • if ECCMI believe disclosure is necessary or appropriate to protect the rights, property or safety of ECCMI, its subsidiaries and affiliates, officers, employees, customers, or other third parties;

ECCMI will not disclose your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information to any third party without your permission unless ECCMI is under a legal obligation or duty to do so such as for the protection of life or health or for public order and safety.

5. SECURITY AND PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA, PERSONAL OR SENSITIVE INFORMATION

Your Personal Data, Personal, or Sensitive Information is safeguarded through secure networks and is accessible only to authorized personnel. Our website is hosted by ZSTHREE Software Trading, which oversees website security and maintenance in collaboration with ECCMI, while we manage the content. ECCMI is obligated to adhere to ZSTHREE Software Trading’s policies and procedures to ensure the site’s security. ZSTHREE Software Trading conducts regular security assessments of our website. Despite these precautions, it’s important to note that no data transmission over the Internet or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure. ECCMI cannot assume responsibility for events arising from unauthorized access by third parties to your Personal Data, Personal, or Sensitive Information.

6. YOUR RIGHTS TO YOUR PERSONAL DATA, PERSONAL OR SENSITIVE INFORMATION

As much as possible, ECCMI would like to keep your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information accurate.

If you would like to review, correct, update, or delete the Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information that you have submitted to ECCMI via the website, or if you have any questions concerning this Privacy Policy Statement, you can contact ECCMI, to wit:

By emailing at dpo.empireccmi@gmail.com; or Calling at (02) 8735771 loc. 1305.

ECCMI will try to respond to your request within 24 to 48 hours. ECCMI acknowledges your right to request access to, correction and/or deletion of your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information being processed or held by ECCMI. However, you understand and acknowledge that should you exercise your right to withdraw, block or remove your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information or refuse collection or processing of your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information, ECCMI may not be able to provide products and services to you or the quality of ECCMI services may be less efficient.

7. STORAGE DURATION/RETENTION

ECCMI and/or its duly authorized third party service providers or data processors shall store and/or retain your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information as long as necessary or in accordance with applicable data protection laws to the extent for it to process the same as set out
in this Privacy Policy Statement or for a maximum period of three (3) years counted from the date you provide it to ECCMI, or when they were collected, respectively.

Thereafter, ECCMI will delete them, unless ECCMI is legally obliged to keep your Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information longer for business, tax or legal compliance/purposes.

Third Party Websites, Applications or Links

ECCMI`s Website may contain links to other third party websites or applications of interest. ECCMI is not responsible for the safety, security and privacy of Personal Data, Personal or Sensitive Information shared on such third-party websites, applications, or links. The third party websites, applications or links are not under the control of ECCMI and the inclusion or existence of said third party websites, applications or link does not imply endorsement of it by ECCMI nor does it mean that ECCMI is responsible for any such third party websites, applications or links or any activities undertaken by such. ECCMI advises you to review the privacy and security policy statements of third-party websites, applications, or links before engaging in any transactions with them. It is essential to exercise caution and ensure that the policies align with your privacy preferences.

Use of Web Browser Cookies

ECCMI`s website uses authentication cookies to help you navigate efficiently to obtain the information and services you need. You have the option to either accept or decline these cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may limit your experience of our functionality and services and in some cases may mean that we are unable to provide you with the services, or parts of the services, that you have requested.

Updates/Changes to ECCMI Privacy Policy Statement

ECCMI may update this Privacy Policy Statement from time to time to reflect change(s) in the law and/or ECCMI`s internal policies to align with changes in the law and/or ECCMI’s internal policies, ensuring enhanced protection for your Personal Data, Personal, or Sensitive Information, and privacy. ECCMI retains the right to amend this Privacy Policy Statement by updating this posting. Your continued use of ECCMI’s website following such modifications signifies your acknowledgment of the changes and agreement to comply with them. Consequently, ECCMI encourages you to visit this page regularly to review the most up-to-date Privacy Policy Statement on ECCMI’s website.