Concept and Information Group, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates Daily Tribune at tribune.net.ph. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use our website and related services, how we use it, and the choices you have. We process personal data in accordance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and its implementing rules.

Who is responsible for your data

Data controller: Concept and Information Group, Inc.
3450 Concept Building
Florida Street, Makati
Metro Manila, Philippines
Telephone: +632 88337085
Privacy inquiries: dailytribune@tribune.net.ph

Information we collect

Depending on how you use our site, we may collect:

• Usage and device data — pages viewed, referring URLs, approximate location derived from IP address, browser type, operating system, screen size, and similar technical information.
• Analytics data — when enabled, we use Google Analytics 4 to understand traffic patterns and improve our website. Google may set cookies or use similar technologies. See Google's Privacy Policy.
• Information you provide — such as your name, email address, and message content when you contact an editorial desk, submit a letter, request advertising information, or otherwise communicate with us.
• Advertising data — ad partners may collect or receive information about your device and browsing activity to deliver and measure advertisements on our site, subject to their own policies.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information through routine browsing. Please do not send us government ID numbers, financial account details, or health records unless we specifically request them for a defined purpose.

How we use your information

We use the information described above to:

• Publish and distribute news, opinion, and related content
• Operate, secure, and improve tribune.net.ph
• Measure audience size, engagement, and site performance
• Respond to inquiries, tips, and correspondence
• Deliver advertising and sponsored content where applicable
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Cookies and similar technologies

Our site may use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies for essential operation, analytics, and advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect how the site functions.

How we share information

We may share information with:

• Service providers — hosting (e.g. Vercel), content management (Quintype), analytics (Google), and other vendors who process data on our behalf under contractual safeguards
• Advertising partners — to serve and report on ads displayed on our properties
• Authorities — when required by law, court order, or to protect the safety and rights of our users, staff, or the public

We do not sell your personal information.

International transfers

Some of our service providers may process data outside the Philippines. Where this occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate protections are in place consistent with applicable law.

Data retention

We retain personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer period is required by law or for legitimate business needs such as resolving disputes.

Your rights

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you may have the right to be informed, to access, to object, to erasure or blocking, to damages, to file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission, and to data portability where applicable. To exercise these rights, contact us at dailytribune@tribune.net.ph. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

Children's privacy

Our site is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

Third-party links

Our articles and pages may link to external websites (social networks, subscription services, partner sites, and others). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Review their policies before providing personal information.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The effective date at the top of this page will reflect the latest revision. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact us

For privacy-related questions or requests, email dailytribune@tribune.net.ph or visit our Contact Us page. For more about Daily Tribune, see About Us.