This Data Privacy Policy outlines how Marymount School of Quezon City (MSQC) manages the minimal information collected through our website. Our website is primarily an informational HTML site, designed to inform the public about our educational offerings and activities. In compliance with the Philippines' Data Privacy Act of 2012, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors. Welcome to Marymount School of Quezon City's (MSQC) Data Privacy Policy page!
When you use our school's web site, you trust us with your information. This Privacy Policy is meant to help you understand what data we collect, why we collect it, and what we do with it. When you share information with us, we can make our services even better for you. For instance, we can show you more relevant search results and ads, help you connect with people or to make sharing with others quicker and easier. As you use our website, we want you to be clear how we’re using information and the ways in which you can protect your privacy. This is important; we hope you will take time to read it carefully. Remember, you can find controls to manage your information and protect your privacy and security. We’ve tried to keep it as simple as possible.

MSQC's website does not actively seek to collect personal data. However, certain types of information may be incidentally collected as part of standard web operations and communications:
Log Data: This includes technical information such as your IP address, browser type, and the timing of your visit. This data helps us to diagnose problems with our server, administer our website, and compile aggregate information about site traffic and interactions.
Contact Information: If you choose to communicate with us via our website, we may collect your name, email address, or any other information you voluntarily provide. This information is used exclusively for the purpose of responding to your inquiries and maintaining communication with our community.

At MSQC, we are dedicated to managing personal data with the utmost care and security, despite our website's primary function as an information portal.
While our website does not actively engage in the collection of personal data, incidental data may be collected through standard internet protocols and communications with us. This data is managed with strict adherence to privacy principles:
Security: We implement robust security measures to ensure the protection of any personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Confidentiality: Our commitment to confidentiality ensures that any data incidentally collected is handled with discretion and only accessed by authorized personnel.
Purpose: We use any collected data solely for purposes directly related to our role as an educational institution. This includes website maintenance, communication with stakeholders, and ensuring a secure online environment for our visitors.

Your rights concerning personal data are fundamental to us at Marymount School of Quezon City. In accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, we recognize and facilitate your rights to access, correct, delete your personal data, and object to its processing.
Access: You have the right to inquire about the nature of personal data held by MSQC, if any. Although our website is not designed for data collection, should any data be held, we are committed to providing access to your personal information upon request.
Correction: If you find that any personal data we hold about you is incorrect or incomplete, we encourage you to contact us. We will promptly correct any information found to be inaccurate.
Deletion: You can request the deletion of any personal data we may hold. We will comply with this request, except where we are required to retain the information by law or in relation to any legal proceedings.
Objection: Should there be any processing of personal data, you have the right to object to it. We will address your concerns in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

The minimal information we collect is used in a manner that aligns with our educational mission and commitment to privacy:
Website Maintenance: The technical data collected is essential for maintaining the functionality and security of our website. This includes monitoring site performance, improving content, and protecting against cyber threats.
Communication: Personal information provided through communication channels is used exclusively for the purpose of responding to inquiries, sending updates about school activities, or providing information requested by users.

At MSQC, we adhere to strict standards of confidentiality. Information collected through our website is not shared with third parties, except in specific circumstances:
Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).
School Operations: Personal data may be shared within the school for operational purposes, always under strict confidentiality agreements.
Third-party Service Providers: In rare cases, we may employ third-party service providers to assist in operating our website or conducting our business. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are not permitted to use the information for any other purpose.