Cookies Policy for WowCar Philippines

Effective Date: January 22, 2025

At WowCar Philippines, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Cookies Policy explains the types of cookies we use, how they are used on our platform, and your rights concerning cookies, in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and other applicable laws in the Philippines. By continuing to use our platform, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. Cookies help us recognize your device and remember your preferences or actions over time. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and deliver more relevant content.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes, as detailed below:

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website. They enable basic functionalities like page navigation and secure login. Without these cookies, certain services on our platform cannot function properly.
  
• Performance and Analytical Cookies: These cookies help us collect information on how visitors use our website, such as which pages are most visited or if users encounter errors. This data helps us improve the performance and usability of our platform.
  
• Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the platform to remember your preferences and choices (e.g., language or region), providing a more personalized experience on our website.
  
• Advertising and Targeting Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests. They track your browsing activities on our platform and across other websites to help provide relevant ads.
  
• Social Media Cookies: These cookies are used when you interact with social media buttons (such as Facebook, Twitter, etc.) on our platform. They enable you to share content or follow us on social media.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party cookies for services such as analytics, advertising, and social media integration. These third parties may collect information about your online activities across different websites or platforms. Please note that third-party cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties, and we have no control over their cookies.

4. Your Consent to Use Cookies

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, your consent is required before we can place non-essential cookies (such as performance, advertising, and functionality cookies) on your device. When you visit our website for the first time, we will display a cookie consent banner that explains the types of cookies we use. You can accept or manage your cookie preferences via this banner.

By continuing to use our website after the cookie banner has been presented, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookies Policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings to block cookies. Please see the section below on how to manage cookies for further details.

5. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to control and manage the cookies placed on your device. You can do this in the following ways:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being sent. You can change your browser settings to block cookies or delete cookies already stored on your device. However, please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of the platform.
  
• Cookie Preferences: At any time, you can manage your cookie preferences by accessing the cookie settings in your browser. You can also use tools or browser extensions designed to manage cookies.
  
• Third-Party Tools: Many third-party companies provide services that allow you to manage the cookies used for online advertising. You can visit websites like Your Online Choices to manage your preferences related to targeted advertising.

For more information about how to control cookies on popular browsers, please visit the help section of your browser or check the official browser website.

6. Data Privacy and Protection

We are committed to ensuring the privacy and protection of your personal data. As part of our commitment to compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, we:

• Use cookies in a way that is consistent with the law and transparent to you.
• Take reasonable measures to protect the personal data collected through cookies from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
• Do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data unless you have explicitly provided your consent.

For more details on how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

7. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and protect your privacy.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookies Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:WowCar Philippines
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+66) 066-039-2361