Last updated: 2026-05-04
This policy outlines how Mike Ongchua (the "Author"), acting as a Personal Information Controller (PIC), handles personal data in compliance with Republic Act No. 10173 (The Data Privacy Act of 2012).
This website may collect and process the following personal data:
Media content: likeness (images), audio, and video recordings of individuals ("Subjects") during events or project documentation.
Basic content information (e.g., name, email) when voluntarily provided.
Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and usage data for site functionality and security.
The processing of this data is based on Legitimate Interest under Section 12(f) of RA 10173, specifically for documentation, creative, and portfolio purposes.
This interest is balanced against your privacy by:
Controlled and limited distribution.
Use of private or non-indexed links where applicable.
Defined retention periods.
Respect for objections and takedown requests.
To uphold data minimization:
Standard Retention: Shared digital assets are retained for up to 90 days via private links, after which access expires and cloud copies are deleted.
Requested Erasure: Upon verified request, specific content will be removed within 30 days.
Archival: Selected works may be retained in a secure offline archive for portfolio or historical purposes, unless a valid objection is raised.
Reasonable organizational and technical safeguards are implemented:
Access Control: Password-protected or expiring links (e.g., OneDrive).
Encryption: Data protected in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols.
Confidentiality: Personal data is not sold, rented, or traded.
Data may be processed on cloud infrastructure hosted outside the Philippines (e.g., Nikon Imaging Cloud, Apple iCloud, Microsoft OneDrive). Appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure data protection consistent with applicable laws.
This website may contain links to external platforms. I do not control and am not responsible for their privacy practices. Media is shared only with intended recipients; unauthorized redistribution may violate applicable data privacy laws.
Under Republic Act No. 10173, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Object to processing
Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights or request a takedown, contact the Author/DPO directly:
Mike Ongchua | Use the button below (direct email) or pick an alt-contact option here.