BRIARNOOK

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how briarnook.com collects, uses, and protects your personal information. This policy applies to all users of our website and services.

By accessing our site, you accept the practices described in this document. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services:

2.1 Information You Provide

• Contact Information: When you send us a message, we collect your name and email address.
• Subscription Data: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address with your express consent.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Cookies: We use cookies for site functionality and analytics. See Section 6 for details.
• Log Data: Our server may collect IP addresses, browser type, and date/time of access for security purposes.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and screen resolution to optimize the experience.

We do not collect sensitive personal data such as health information, religion, or financial details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and improving our services
• Responding to your questions and requests
• Sending newsletters (if you subscribed)
• Analyzing site usage to improve the experience
• Complying with legal obligations
• Preventing fraud and protecting site security

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you provide express consent (e.g., newsletter subscription).
• Legitimate Interest: For site security and service improvement.
• Legal Obligation: When required by law.
• Contract: To provide the services you requested.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except in the following situations:

• Service Providers: We may use trusted service providers who assist in our operations (e.g., email hosting). They are obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court, or government.
• With Your Consent: If you expressly agree to the sharing.

6. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses the following types of cookies:

6.1 Required Cookies

These are needed for the website to function. This includes cookie consent preferences and session management. These cannot be disabled.

6.2 Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors use our site. The data is anonymous and used only to improve the experience. Requires your consent.

6.3 Marketing Cookies

These are used to provide relevant content. Requires your consent before activation.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time through the "Cookie Settings" button on our website.

7. Data Retention Period

We retain your personal data according to the following periods:

• Contact messages: 2 years from the last communication
• Subscription data: Until you unsubscribe
• Log data: 12 months
• Cookie data: According to the type of cookie (see Section 6)
• Analytics data: 26 months

After these periods, the data is automatically deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

Under the GDPR and the Data Privacy Act of the Philippines (RA 10173), you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: You may request a copy of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: You may request that incorrect data be corrected.
• Right to Erasure: You may request that your data be deleted.
• Right to Restriction: You may limit the processing of your data.
• Right to Portability: You may request your data in a portable format.
• Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your data.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@briarnook.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• SSL/TLS encryption on all data transfers
• Regular security audits
• Limited access to personal data
• Secure server infrastructure

10. Minors

Our services are for those 13 years old and above. We do not intentionally collect data from children under 13 years old. If we learn that such data exists, we will immediately delete it.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page along with a new update date. We recommend that you review this page regularly.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your personal data:

• Data Controller: briarnook.com
• Email: support@briarnook.com
• Address: 109 Kalayaan Street, General Santos City, Philippines

You also have the right to file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines.