Website Privacy Policy
Franciscan College of the Immaculate Conception (FCIC) adheres to the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) of the Republic of the Philippines. This Website Privacy Policy outlines measures undertaken by FCIC to safeguard your privacy and ensure the integrity of data on and through this website.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Website Privacy Policy. Revisions or amendments to the Policy will be made available on the same site, and you are encouraged to periodically review the site to ensure that you are aware of and conform to any revisions before proceeding in using the site.
The FCIC website is managed by the Office of Information and Publications, in coordination with the Management Information Systems.
Data Collection
Log Data
When you access the FCIC website, your computer interacts with our system, transmitting data such as your Internet Protocol (IP) address, sites visited, date and time of visit, time spent on each page, and links clicked. This non-personal information is summarized in Log Data.
Cookies
As you access the website, your computer receives cookies—small files that enhance user experience. Cookies are stored on your hard drive and help remember visited sites, determine if you are a first-time or returning visitor, and provide information on likely next visits. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
Newsletter Subscription
The FCIC website offers an option to subscribe to the electronic newsletter, which provides updates on the website via email. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Data Use
The data FCIC obtains through your browser is used to enhance user experience, improve the website and its features, understand user interaction via different devices and operating systems, and optimize the timing of content releases.
Data Security
The website does not require personal information for general access, except for certain pages that require log-in credentials for students, faculty, and staff. Online forms (e.g., enrollment forms, registration forms) may request personal details for specific purposes, with full awareness assumed before proceeding.
The treatment and management of data obtained by our website are governed by the FCIC Data Privacy Policy and the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) of the Philippines.
Data Privacy Officer
If you feel your privacy is compromised or are uncomfortable with the information required by the website, please contact the FCIC Data Privacy Officer at dpo@fcic.edu.ph.