Introduction

Equilyst Analytics (“Equilyst,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect personal information in accordance with the **Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173)**, its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and other applicable laws of the Republic of the Philippines.

By accessing or using the Equilyst Analytics website, submitting an inquiry, subscribing to communications, or engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• Visitors to the Equilyst Analytics website
• Individuals who submit inquiry, intake, or subscription forms
• Clients and prospective clients who communicate with us through the website or other channels

This policy does not apply to third-party websites that may be linked from our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

Information You Voluntarily Provide

• Full name
• Email address
• Contact number (if provided)
• Investment-related concerns or descriptions submitted through forms
• Newsletter subscription information
• Proof of payment or transaction references (when applicable)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide through correspondence or forms

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, limited technical information may be collected automatically, such as:

• IP address (subject to anonymization where applicable)
• Browser type, device type, and operating system
• Pages visited, referring pages, and time spent on the website

This information is collected for website functionality, security, and analytical purposes only.

Purpose of Data Collection and Use

Personal data collected by Equilyst Analytics is used solely for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Responding to inquiries and requests
• Evaluating service fit and scope
• Delivering consulting and educational services
• Distributing newsletters or communications you have expressly requested
• Communicating administrative or engagement-related information
• Processing and verifying payments
• Maintaining internal records
• Improving website content, communications, and service quality

Equilyst Analytics does **not** sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Your consent
• The necessity of processing for the performance of a contract or pre-contractual steps
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate business interests, provided such interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Personal information may be disclosed only under the following circumstances:

• When required by law, regulation, or lawful order of a court or government authority
• To payment service providers solely for payment processing and verification
• To professional advisers (such as accountants or legal counsel) under confidentiality obligations

All third parties receiving personal data are required to process such data in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy.

Cookies and Analytics

Equilyst Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, analyze site traffic, and understand user behavior. This website uses **Google Analytics**, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, which collects information such as IP address (subject to anonymization), device type, browser type, pages visited, and usage patterns. Information generated by cookies is transmitted to and stored by Google in accordance with its own privacy policies.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features or functionality of the website.

Newsletter and Communications

Equilyst Analytics may offer a voluntary newsletter or email communications. When you subscribe, we collect information such as your name and email address solely for the purpose of delivering communications you have expressly requested.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each communication or through the website. Newsletter information is not sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws and regulations. When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

Data Protection and Security Measures

Equilyst Analytics implements reasonable organizational, technical, and physical security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, loss, or destruction. These measures include access controls, secure storage, and limited data access on a need-to-know basis.

While we take reasonable steps to safeguard personal data, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the right to:

• Be informed about the processing of your personal data
• Access your personal data
• Object to the processing of your personal data
• Correct or rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erase or block personal data under certain circumstances
• Data portability, where applicable
• File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission

Requests to exercise these rights may be submitted using the contact method described below.

Third-Party Websites

The Equilyst Analytics website may contain links to third-party websites. Equilyst Analytics is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of such websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Equilyst Analytics reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights under applicable data protection laws, or have concerns regarding the handling of your personal data, you may contact Equilyst Analytics through the official contact form available on this website. Requests submitted through the contact form are reviewed and addressed in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

**Equilyst Analytics**
Tarlac City, Tarlac, Republic of the Philippines

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Effective Date: January 31, 2026