Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 4, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how NegosyoNow ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or use https://negosyonow.com ("the Platform") as well as your choices regarding these technologies.

NegosyoNow processes personal data in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) of the Philippines and where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive of the European Union. For details on how we collect and process personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

1. DEFINITION

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide insights into how the site is used.

1.1 By provider

  • First-party cookies - set by NegosyoNow
  • Third-party cookies - set by external services (e.g., analytics, advertising partners)

1.2 By duration

  • Session cookies - deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies - remain on your device for a set period

2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

We use the following categories of cookies:

2.1 Strictly necessary cookies

    These cookies are essential for the Platform to function. They enable core features such as:

  • Page navigation
  • Secure login
  • Shopping cart functionality
  • Fraud prevention
  • These cookies do not require consent.

2.2 Functional cookies

    These cookies enhance your experience by remembering:

  • Preferences
  • Saved settings
  • User choices
  • These may require consent depending on jurisdiction.

2.3 Analytics cookies

    These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform. They allow us to measure:

  • Page performance
  • Traffic sources
  • User behavior patterns

    Examples include:

  • Google Analytics
  • Microsoft Clarity
  • These cookies require your explicit consent before activation.

2.4 Advertising and targeting cookies

    These cookies are used to:

  • Deliver personalized ads
  • Measure ad performance
  • Build user interest profiles
  • Enable remarketing

    Examples include:

  • Google Ads
  • Meta Pixel
  • TikTok Pixel
  • These cookies require explicit opt-in consent under GDPR and DPA.

2.5 Security cookies

    Used to:

  • Detect suspicious activity
  • Prevent fraud
  • Protect user accounts
  • These may be considered necessary depending on their function.

3. WHY WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies to:

  • Operate and secure the Platform
  • Enable essential features
  • Improve performance and user experience
  • Analyze usage and traffic
  • Deliver relevant content and advertising
  • Comply with legal and security obligations

We collect only the data necessary for these purposes.

4. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party providers that support our services, including:

  • Analytics providers
  • Advertising networks
  • Social media platforms
  • Security and fraud-prevention tools

These providers may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Where applicable, we implement safeguards such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Adequacy decisions
  • Contractual and technical protections

5. COOKIE CONSENT

Under GDPR and DPA:

  • Non-essential cookies require your explicit consent
  • Consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous
  • You may withdraw consent at any time

Our cookie banner allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject all non-essential cookies
  • Customize cookie preferences

Cookies are not activated until you make a choice.

6. HOW TO MANAGE OR DISABLE COOKIES

You may manage cookies through:

6.1 Our cookie banner

    You can adjust your preferences at any time.

6.2 Browser settings

    Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies
  • Delete cookies
  • Receive alerts before cookies are stored
  • However, disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality.

6.3 Third-party opt-out tools

    Examples:

  • Google Ads Settings
  • Meta Ad Preferences
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out tools

7. Data collected through cookies

Depending on the cookie type, we may collect:

  • Device information
  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Session identifiers
  • Interaction logs
  • Pages visited
  • Referrer URLs

Where this data constitutes personal information, it is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

8. Retention of cookie data

Cookie retention depends on the type:

  • Session cookies - deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies - retained for a defined period (typically 30 days to 24 months)

Analytics and advertising cookies follow the retention periods of their respective providers.

9. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.

Material changes to this Policy are changes that significantly affect how we process your personal data, your privacy rights, or the risks to you as a data subject. When we make material changes, we will notify you 7-14 days prior to implementation through email and/or a prominent notice on our Platform.

We assess whether a change is material based on its impact on your privacy rights and how your personal data is processed, in line with applicable data protection laws.

Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

10. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, you may contact our Data Protection Officer:

  • Email: dpo@negosyonow.com
  • Address: 704 Rizal Ave. ext., Caloocan City, Metro Manila.

You may also file complaints to the National Privacy Commission (NPC), whose procedures are provided in the following link: https://privacy.gov.ph/filing-a-complaint/



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