Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 22, 2026
1. Who We Are
Wagayway Equality Inc. (Empower Queer Hub) operates the Empower Queer Hub website at https://www.empowerqueerhub.com. We are an LGBTQIA+ community organization based in Batangas, Philippines, dedicated to providing safe, inclusive digital resources.
For any privacy-related concerns, contact us at: empowerqueerhub@gmail.com
2. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including:
- Name and email address when you register for a dashboard account
- Content you submit through our forms (events, resources, trainings, stories, etc.)
- Messages sent through our visitor chat or contact form
- Profile photos you upload voluntarily
We also collect usage data automatically, including:
- Pages visited, time on site, and interactions (via Google Analytics)
- Browser type, device type, and approximate location (country/region)
- IP address (anonymized in our analytics configuration)
3. How We Use Your Information
- To operate and improve our platform and services
- To review and publish community-submitted content (events, resources, etc.)
- To send account-related emails (registration approval, rejection notices)
- To respond to your messages and chat inquiries
- To analyze site usage and improve the user experience
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored in a secure cloud database. We use industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/TLS) for all data in transit. Dashboard accounts are password-protected and access is restricted to approved members only.
While we take reasonable precautions, no online platform can guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to use a strong password and not share your login credentials.
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use Google Analytics (GA4) and Google Tag to understand how visitors use our site. These tools use cookies. Analytics data is anonymized and not tied to personally identifiable information.
You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:
- Vercel — website hosting
- Resend — transactional email delivery
- Google Analytics / Tag Manager — usage analytics
- Supabase — file storage (uploaded images)
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
- Request that we stop using your information for communications
To exercise any of these rights, email us at empowerqueerhub@gmail.com.
8. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Wagayway Equality Inc. (Empower Queer Hub)
Email: empowerqueerhub@gmail.com
Batangas, Philippines