Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 10, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Pagvote App ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our mobile and web application ("App").

1. Information We Collect

  • Personal Information:
    • Your name and email address from Google when you sign in via Gmail.
    • E-wallet payment details (amount, transaction ID, sender name) – we do not store your card or e-wallet credentials directly.
  • Usage Data:
    • Votes cast, login time, device info (IP address, browser type).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information to:

  • Authenticate and manage user accounts
  • Verify votes and ensure fair voting
  • Process payments and acknowledge donations or votes
  • Improve app performance and prevent fraud

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share data:

  • With payment gateway and providers (e.g., Paymongo, GCash, QR Ph, etc.) to confirm transactions
  • With law enforcement or legal authorities if required by law
  • With pageant organizers for legitimate vote verification

4. Security

We implement standard security measures such as data encryption, secure sign-in via Google, and encrypted payment confirmation. However, no online system is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You may request to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information
  • Withdraw your consent by deleting your account

To do so, email us at cbarral_ceo@skloudsds.com.

6. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13 years old. If you are a parent and believe your child has submitted personal data, please contact us.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted in the App and take effect upon publication.