1. Introduction

ACLC College of Taytay ("ACLC Taytay", "we", "our", or "us") operates the website https://aclctaytay.online and the official ACLC Taytay mobile application (package name: online.aclctaytay.app). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use our student and staff portal through a web browser or the mobile app.

2. Information We Collect

• Account and identity information — name, username, email address, student/staff role, and login credentials you use to access the portal.
• Academic and enrollment information — student number (USN), course, grades, enrollment records, and related academic data maintained by the institution.
• Contact information — address, phone number, and emergency contact details provided during enrollment or profile updates.
• Usage information — pages accessed, login times, and basic technical logs needed to operate and secure the service.
• Device permissions (when used) — authorized staff may use the device camera within the portal to capture student ID photos and signatures for official ID processing. Camera access is requested only when needed and is not used for unrelated tracking.
• Cookies and session data — we use session cookies to keep you signed in and to maintain security while you use the portal.

3. How We Use Information

• Provide access to the student and staff portal (grades, enrollment, records, and related services).
• Authenticate users and protect accounts from unauthorized access.
• Process official school transactions such as enrollment, academic records, and ID-related workflows.
• Communicate important school-related notices when appropriate.
• Maintain, improve, and secure our systems.

4. Mobile App

The ACLC Taytay mobile app is a secure wrapper for our official portal. It loads https://aclctaytay.online and does not sell your data to third parties. The app requires an internet connection. Information handled in the app is subject to the same policies as the website. We do not use the app to collect unrelated personal data beyond what is needed for portal functions described in this policy.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only:

• With authorized ACLC Taytay personnel who need it for legitimate school operations.
• When required by law, regulation, or valid institutional process.
• With service providers that host or support our systems, under appropriate confidentiality and security obligations.

6. Data Retention and Security

We retain information for as long as needed for academic, administrative, and legal purposes. We use reasonable technical and organizational measures — including access controls, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and restricted staff permissions — to protect your data. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; please keep your login credentials confidential.

7. Your Choices

• You may request correction of inaccurate personal information through the Registrar or appropriate office.
• You may decline camera permission on your device; some staff-only ID features may not work without it.
• You may log out of the portal at any time on shared devices.

8. Children and Students

Our portal is intended for enrolled students, applicants, and authorized staff of ACLC College of Taytay. Access is provided through school-issued or registered accounts. Parents or guardians with legitimate concerns may contact the school using the details below.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the portal or mobile app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact: