Understand BahayKo’s Commitment to Your Privacy
BahayKo is a platform designed to help users find and book vacation rentals, transient homes, and short-term stays across the Philippines.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information. BahayKo is operated by an individual developer, and your privacy and safety are treated with top priority.
By using BahayKo, you agree to the practices outlined in this Policy., highlighting our swift resolution and hassle-free refund process designed to ensure your peace of mind and satisfaction.
User Data Collection
Below is the full list of data types BahayKo collects
A. Information You Provide
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Profile details
- Booking information
- Messages sent to hosts
- Uploaded documents (if any)
B. Google Login Data
If you sign in using Google:
- Name
- Email address
- Google account ID (no password collected)
C. Device & Usage Data
- Device model & OS version
- IP address
- App/browser version
- Cookies & tracking identifiers
- Crash logs
- Usage analytics
BahayKo does not collect financial or payment card data.
Data Usage
Your information is used only for purposes related to delivering and improving BahayKo’s services, such as:
- Creating & managing your account
- Handling bookings and communication
- Ensuring platform safety & preventing fraud
- Improving app performance and user experience
- Providing customer support
- Meeting legal and compliance obligations
Your data is never sold.
Manual Payment Disclaimer
BahayKo does NOT process payments inside the app or website.
All payments are handled manually/off-platform directly between guests and hosts through methods such as:
- Cash
- GCash
- Bank transfer
- Maya
- Any method agreed upon by both parties
Because payments occur externally:
- BahayKo does not collect credit/debit card numbers
- BahayKo does not process online transactions
- BahayKo does not store financial information
How Your Information Is Shared
BahayKo only shares your data when necessary
A. With Hosts
To complete a booking, hosts receive
- Your name
- Your email
- Your phone number
- Booking details
B. With Third-Party Providers
We rely on secure partners to operate BahayKo
- Supabase Auth (authentication)
- Supabase Database (cloud storage)
- Hosting providers
- Analytics tools
These partners follow strict data protection standards.
C. Legal Requirements
We may share information when required to comply with
- Government requests
- Subpoenas
- Applicable laws
How BahayKo Protects Your Privacy
We use industry-standard security safeguards, such as:
HTTPS/SSL encryption
Secured cloud database storage
Access-restricted systems
Monitoring for unauthorized access
Children Under 13
BahayKo is not intended for children under age 13.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.
If you believe a child has provided data, contact us so we can delete it immediately.
Your Rights as a BahayKo User
You’re always in control of your personal information. With BahayKo, you have the right to:
Access Your Data
You can ask to see the personal information we have about you.
Update or Correct Your Info
If something is inaccurate or outdated, you can request a correction.
Delete Your Data
You may ask us to remove your information from our system.
Close Your Account
You can request to permanently close your BahayKo account.
Withdraw Your Consent
If you change your mind about how we use your data, you can update your permissions.
Contact Us Anytime
Just send us an email whenever you want to use any of these rights—we’re here to help.
Compliance
We’re committed to keeping your data safe, being transparent about how we operate, and meeting the legal standards required in the Philippines and by Google Play. This section explains the policies we follow to protect your information and ensure our app stays trustworthy and compliant.
Philippine Data Privacy Act (2012)
We follow the Data Privacy Act to make sure your personal information is handled responsibly. Our commitment includes:
- Transparency: You’re always informed about what data we collect and how we use it.
- Legitimate Purpose: We only gather information that’s needed for the features you use.
- Proportionality: We collect only what’s necessary—no unnecessary or excessive data.
Google Play User Data Policy
To stay aligned with Google Play’s requirements, we provide:
- Clear disclosure of all data collected within the app.
- A visible disclaimer explaining that payments are processed manually.
- Transparency about third-party tools or services connected to the app.
- A direct contact method for users who want to request account deletion.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy when needed.
Any changes will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
For privacy questions or data deletion requests, contact:
Developer / Data Protection Officer:
JASPER O. PETRACORTA
Email: moxify01@email.com
Location: 8th Sanson Road, Lahug, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines