Effective Date: June 1, 2025
1. Introduction
POWERinU Training and Coaching Philippines, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and secure information when you use POWERinU’s ONLINE LEARNING HUB (the “Platform”), in compliance with the Philippines’ Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) and applicable data protection laws in the Asia-Pacific region.
By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
When you register, subscribe, or interact with the Platform, we collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information (provided by users)
- Account Details: Name, email address, contact number, username, and password.
- Subscription & Payment Information: Billing details, transaction records (processed via secure third-party payment gateways).
- Professional Information: Job title, company/organization name (if applicable).
- Profile Information: Course progress, certifications earned, learning preferences.
B. Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on courses, learning activity, and interactions with the Platform.
- Device & Log Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and access times.
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Used for authentication, performance monitoring, and improving user experience.
C. Third-Party Integrations
If you access the Platform through third-party services (e.g., Google, LinkedIn), we may collect additional data as permitted by their privacy policies.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
✅ User Consent – When you register, subscribe, or agree to receive communications.
✅ Contractual Necessity – To provide learning services and process payments.
✅ Legal Compliance – To meet legal obligations under Philippine and international laws.
✅ Legitimate Interests – To improve our services, monitor security, and personalize content.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
✔ Provide Learning Services – Enroll you in courses, track progress, and issue certificates.
✔ Manage Your Account – Maintain your profile, subscriptions, and learning records.
✔ Process Payments – Securely handle transactions through third-party payment providers.
✔ Enhance Learning Experience – Recommend courses, improve user experience, and personalize content.
✔ Enable Communication – Send account updates, learning notifications, and promotional offers.
✔ Ensure Security & Compliance – Detect fraud, secure user data, and comply with legal obligations.
We will not use your data for purposes other than those outlined in this policy without obtaining your explicit consent.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Secure payment processors, learning management tools, and analytics providers.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law, to comply with legal processes or protect rights and security.
- Affiliated Trainers, Coaches & Consultants: Only if you enroll in mentoring/coaching sessions (Premium Subscription users).
We ensure all third parties handling your data comply with strict confidentiality and security measures.
6. Data Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security protocols to protect your data:
🔒 Encryption: Secure data transmission and storage.
🔒 Access Controls: Restricted access to authorized personnel only.
🔒 Regular Security Audits: Monitoring and improving system security.
🔒 Secure Payment Processing: Transactions handled by PCI-DSS-compliant payment providers.
While we take all necessary precautions, no system is 100% secure. Users are advised to keep login credentials confidential.
7. Data Retention Policy
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:
- Active Subscriptions: Your account and learning history remain accessible.
- Legal & Compliance Requirements: Financial records are retained per taxation and legal standards.
- Learning Records: Course history and certificates are available unless the user requests deletion.
Inactive accounts may be deleted after a certain period, subject to prior notice.
8. Your Rights Under the Data Privacy Act (Philippines)
As a user, you have the following rights:
✅ Right to Be Informed – Know how your data is collected and used.
✅ Right to Access – Request a copy of your stored personal data.
✅ Right to Rectification – Correct any inaccurate or outdated information.
✅ Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data under specific conditions.
✅ Right to Object – Opt out of marketing communications.
✅ Right to Data Portability – Obtain a copy of your data in a structured format.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]
9. Cross-Border Data Transfers
As an Asia-Pacific learning platform, some data may be processed outside the Philippines. We ensure adequate safeguards in compliance with local and international data protection regulations.
10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Authenticate user logins
- Enhance website performance
- Personalize learning recommendations
You can manage cookie settings in your browser, but disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal changes or improvements to our platform. Users will be notified of major changes via email or on the Platform.
12. Contact Us
For any privacy concerns, inquiries, or data access requests, please contact:
POWERinU Training and Coaching Philippines, Inc.
LKG Tower, 37th Floor, 6801 Ayala Avenue, Makati City 1209, Philippines
[email protected]
+63 2 8859 2931
Acknowledgment & Consent
By using POWERinU’s ONLINE LEARNING HUB, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your personal data as described.