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Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 6, 2026

Effective Date

July 6, 2026

Last Updated

July 6, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to OTG (OFW Tambayan Group). OTG is operated by Gonzales Palma Information Technology Services, San Juan, Batangas, Philippines. OTG provides a discussion platform for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). By using OTG, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Contact Information

Email: team@ofw.tambayan.group Business: Gonzales Palma Information Technology Services San Juan, Batangas, Philippines

3. Eligibility

OTG is intended only for individuals 18 years of age or older.

4. Information We Collect

Username, display name, email, encrypted password (where applicable), authentication provider, profile picture, country of work, bio, posts, replies, images, links, messages, community memberships, event participation, support communications, and limited device information.

5. How We Use Information

To operate OTG, manage accounts, display public profiles, deliver notifications, improve the service, prevent abuse, protect users, and comply with legal obligations. OTG does not sell personal information.

6. Public Information

Username, display name, profile picture, country of work, bio, and published content may be visible to other users.

7. Private Messages

Users may block, report, and delete conversations. OTG may review message content only when reasonably necessary to investigate abuse, fraud, illegal activity, Terms violations, or when required by law.

8. Images

Users retain ownership of uploaded images. Users grant OTG a non-exclusive license to store and display them solely for operating the platform.

9. Notifications

OTG may send push notifications and email notifications.

10. Data Storage

User data is stored in Singapore.

11. Security

OTG uses reasonable safeguards including encrypted connections and access controls. No system is completely secure.

12. Account Deletion

Users may delete their account or request deletion by emailing team@ofw.tambayan.group. Profiles are removed while posts and replies may remain anonymously to preserve discussion history.

13. Data Retention

Information is retained only as long as necessary for service operation, legal obligations, fraud prevention, and dispute resolution.

14. Third-Party Services

OTG may use Apple Sign In, Google Sign In, Supabase, and notification providers.

15. Cookies

The web version may use cookies for authentication, preferences, security, and performance.

16. International Users

OTG is available worldwide. Information is processed according to this policy.

17. Your Rights

You may request access, correction, deletion, or a copy of your personal information by contacting team@ofw.tambayan.group.

18. Changes

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Continued use of OTG constitutes acceptance of updates.

19. Contact

Gonzales Palma Information Technology Services San Juan, Batangas, Philippines team@ofw.tambayan.group