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.

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.

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

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

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.

We use the following categories of cookies:

Required for the website to operate safely and correctly.

• Basic functionality such as service delivery, page loading and navigation
• Shopping cart functionality
• Support login, security, fraud prevention, and system stability

These cookies do not require consent.

Enable features that remember your preferences and improve usability:

• Store settings such as language, layout, and preferences
• Keep you logged in and maintain session state
• Provide a consistent and personalized experience

These may require consent depending on jurisdiction.

Improve site performance and understand how the site is used:

• Page performance
• Traffic sources
• User behavior patterns

Examples include:

• Google Analytics
• Microsoft Clarity

These cookies require your explicit consent before activation.

Support advertising functions and give you control over how your data is used:

• Allow ads to display and function correctly
• Limit how often you see the same ad
• Measure ad performance and effectiveness
• Personalize ads based on your activity

Examples include:

• Google Ads
• Meta Pixel

These cookies require explicit opt-in consent under GDPR and DPA.

The following are the cookies that we use:

Our website uses cookies set by us and by third-party providers. We regularly review and update this list, but due to the technical nature of cookies and changes made by third-party services, the list may not always be exhaustive. Additional cookies may be stored temporarily for security, performance, or transactional purposes.

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

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.

You may manage cookies through:

You can configure your preferences when you visit the site, or adjust them at any time using this Cookie Settings link, which is also found in the footer and different sections of the platform.

Most browsers allow you to:

• Block cookies
• Delete cookies
• Receive alerts before cookies are stored

However, disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality.

Examples:

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

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.

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.

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.

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/