LEGAL

Privacy Policy

How FSA collects, uses, and protects your personal information

EFFECTIVE DATE: FEBRUARY 25, 2026

YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS

Our Commitment to You

The Formwork and Scaffolding Association of the Philippines (FSA) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website or interact with FSA.

01

Information We Collect

FSA may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website or register as a member:

  • Contact Information — Full name, company name, email address, phone number (Viber/WhatsApp).
  • Business Information — SEC or DTI license details, business address, type of formwork/scaffolding services offered.
  • Event RSVPs — Attendance confirmations, dietary restrictions, transportation requests.
  • Communications — Messages sent to FSA via email, Viber, WhatsApp, or contact forms on this website.
  • Usage Data — Pages visited, time spent on site, browser type, and IP address (collected automatically).
 
02

How We Use Your Information

FSA uses the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To process and manage FSA membership applications and renewals.
  • To send event invitations, meeting notices, and industry updates.
  • To add you to the FSA Viber group chat (only with your explicit consent).
  • To facilitate dispute resolution and mediation services between members.
  • To improve our website, services, and member experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations under Philippine law.
  • To coordinate with the Philippine Constructors Association (PCA) and relevant government entities.
 
03

How We Share Your Information

FSA does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Among FSA Members — Basic contact and company information may be shared within the FSA Members Directory, visible only to verified FSA members.
  • Event Sponsors — Attendance details may be shared with the hosting company for logistical purposes.
  • Legal Requirements — When required by Philippine law, court order, or government authority.
  • Service Providers — Third-party tools (e.g., website hosting, email services) used to operate fsa.ph, bound by confidentiality agreements.
 
04

Data Retention

FSA retains your personal information for as long as your membership is active or as needed to provide services. If you withdraw from FSA or request deletion of your data, we will remove your personal information from our active records within 30 calendar days, unless retention is required by law.

Event attendance records and meeting minutes may be retained indefinitely as part of FSA’s official organizational history, with personally identifiable information anonymized where possible.

 
05

Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website (fsa.ph) may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These may include:

  • Essential Cookies — Required for the website to function properly.
  • Analytics Cookies — Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Preference Cookies — Remember your settings and preferences.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function correctly as a result.

 
06

Your Rights Under Philippine Law

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) of the Philippines, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to be Informed — Know how your data is collected and used.
  • Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification — Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data.
  • Right to Object — Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Right to Data Portability — Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Privacy Officer via the contact details below.

 
07

Security of Your Information

FSA implements reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include secure website hosting, limited staff access to personal data, and encrypted communications where applicable.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

 
08

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., PCA, government portals, sponsor websites). FSA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

 
09

Changes to This Policy

FSA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage members and visitors to review this page periodically. Continued use of the website or FSA services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

 
10

Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact FSA through:

FSA Admin — Miss Patrice Dapat
Phone / Viber / WhatsApp: 0917 570 9947
Website: fsa.ph/contact
Address: 318, Interior Gallery Condominium, Unit 316 Alabang–Zapote Rd, Brgy Talon 1, Las Piñas, 1747 Metro Manila, Phils.

Questions About Your Privacy?

Our admin team is always available to answer your questions and address any concerns about your personal data.