Last updated: 20 September 2026
CTRL+PH respects the privacy of its readers.
This Privacy Policy explains the types of information that may be processed when you visit CTRL+PH or communicate with us, why that information may be processed, and the choices available to you.
Information you provide
CTRL+PH may receive personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- contact us through a website form;
- send us correspondence;
- submit a correction, tip, or feedback; or
- otherwise communicate directly with CTRL+PH.
Depending on how you contact us, this may include information such as your name, email address, message, and any other information you choose to provide.
Please avoid sending sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your communication.
Information collected automatically
Like most websites, CTRL+PH and its hosting or technical service providers may automatically process limited technical information when the website is accessed.
This may include information such as:
- IP address;
- browser and device information;
- operating system;
- pages requested;
- referring pages;
- approximate location derived from technical information;
- timestamps; and
- server and security logs.
This information may be used to operate, secure, troubleshoot, and understand the use of the website.
Cookies
CTRL+PH may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for website functionality, security, preferences, or measurement.
Third-party services or embedded content may also set or access cookies according to their own policies.
Where required, readers will be provided with appropriate controls or notices concerning non-essential cookies.
Embedded and third-party content
Articles may contain material embedded from or linked to third-party services, such as videos, social media posts, maps, or other websites.
Interacting with embedded content may allow the third-party provider to collect information about you in accordance with its own privacy practices.
CTRL+PH does not control the privacy practices of external websites or services.
How information may be used
Personal information received by CTRL+PH may be processed where necessary to:
- respond to messages and enquiries;
- investigate correction requests;
- evaluate news tips or submissions;
- operate and secure the website;
- detect abuse, spam, or malicious activity;
- comply with applicable legal obligations; and
- protect the legitimate interests and rights of CTRL+PH and its readers.
Information will not be used for purposes incompatible with the reason it was collected without an appropriate basis.
Sharing information
CTRL+PH does not sell readers’ personal information.
Information may be processed by service providers that help operate the website, such as hosting, security, email, or infrastructure providers, where necessary for them to provide their services.
Information may also be disclosed when reasonably necessary to comply with applicable law, legal process, or a valid request from an appropriate authority.
Data retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, legitimate editorial or administrative needs, security, dispute resolution, or applicable legal requirements.
Different types of information may have different retention periods.
Security
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are used to protect information handled by CTRL+PH.
However, no internet-based service or method of electronic storage can guarantee absolute security.
Your privacy rights
Subject to applicable Philippine law, individuals may have rights concerning personal information relating to them, including rights to be informed about its processing and, where applicable, to request access, correction, deletion or blocking, object to certain processing, and raise concerns regarding its handling.
Privacy concerns or requests may be submitted through our Contact page.
You may also lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines where applicable.
External links
CTRL+PH frequently links to external websites as part of its reporting.
A link does not mean that CTRL+PH controls or endorses the external website’s privacy practices.
Readers should review the privacy policies of third-party services they use.
Changes to this policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated when CTRL+PH changes how the website operates or processes information.
The latest version will be published on this page with its revision date.
Contact
Questions concerning this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information may be submitted through the CTRL+PH Contact page.