Privacy Policy

DSWD Mobile (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect
When you use DSWD Mobile, we may collect the following types of personal information:

Employee Information – name, position, office/unit, and contact details

Travel Records – travel orders, reimbursement forms, destinations, and schedules

Leave Requests – types of leave, inclusive dates, and status

Payroll Information – salary details, deductions, and payment schedules

Digital Signatures – captured for travel orders, accomplishment reports, and convocation

Account Credentials – username and encrypted password for secure login

System Usage Logs – timestamps and activity related to digital timer and module access

2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used for the following purposes:

To authenticate and manage your account securely

To process travel reimbursements and official business documentation

To manage leave requests and payroll information

To validate digital signatures for official reporting

To generate reports such as accomplishments, attendance, and travel history

To improve application performance and user experience

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:

When required by law or government regulation

With authorized DSWD personnel for legitimate official purposes

For system maintenance and troubleshooting by accredited IT staff

4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

Encrypted storage and transmission

Secure authentication mechanisms

Role-based access controls

Regular system audits and logging

5. User Responsibility
You are responsible for:

Keeping your login credentials confidential

Logging out after each session

Reporting suspicious activities or unauthorized access immediately

6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purposes and comply with government retention policies.

7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted within the app and are effective upon publication.

8. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this policy, you may contact:

DSWD Regional Office – Caraga