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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 13, 2026 · Last Updated: April 13, 2026

DokFat Naturopathic Healthcare Services ("DokFat," "we," "us," or "our"), which owns DF Wellness International Inc., operates this Website to provide information about our naturopathic healthcare services, enable online appointment booking for our branches, and share details regarding our services, locations, prices, Naturopathic Affiliated Assurance Plan, shareholders, and affiliated businesses and brands.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and other applicable Philippine laws.

By using the Website, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information as described in this Policy.

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Information We Collect

Personal Information you voluntarily provide:

  • Contact details: full name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
  • Appointment booking details: preferred date and time, selected service or treatment, and reason for visit.
  • Health-related information: any details you voluntarily share about your symptoms, medical history, current conditions, or other information relevant to naturopathic care (this qualifies as sensitive personal information under the Data Privacy Act).
  • Other information: messages or details submitted through contact or inquiry forms.

Information collected automatically:

  • Technical and usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, pages visited, and interaction with the booking system.
  • Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies to improve website functionality, remember preferences, and analyze traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

We do not collect payment information or require user accounts on this Website. We only collect information that is adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary for the purposes outlined below.

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How We Use Your Information

  • To process and manage your online appointment requests.
  • To communicate with you regarding appointments, including sending appointment confirmations and reminders via SMS and/or email.
  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
  • To provide information about our services, locations, prices, Naturopathic Affiliated Assurance Plan, and affiliated businesses/brands.
  • To improve the Website, analyze usage trends, and enhance user experience.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
  • Where you give consent, for other purposes such as sending updates or promotional communications (you may withdraw consent at any time).
Sensitive personal information (e.g., health details) is processed only with your explicit consent or as permitted by law, and solely for purposes directly related to providing naturopathic healthcare services or as required for medical treatment.
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Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share or disclose it only when necessary and in compliance with the Data Privacy Act:

  • With our shareholders, directors, officers, employees, or authorized representatives who need access to perform their duties.
  • With trusted service providers (e.g., website hosting, booking system operators, SMS gateway providers, or email service providers) who are bound by strict confidentiality and data protection obligations.
  • With DF Wellness International Inc. and our affiliated businesses or brands where required for coordinated service delivery and administration of the Naturopathic Affiliated Assurance Plan.
  • To comply with legal requirements, court orders, or requests from government authorities (including the National Privacy Commission).
  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, subject to appropriate safeguards.
  • With your explicit consent or as you direct.
All sharing follows the principles of transparency, legitimate purpose, and proportionality.
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Data Security

We implement reasonable and appropriate organizational, physical, and technical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include access controls, encryption where appropriate, and staff training on data privacy. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law (including retention periods for health-related records). Once no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize your data.

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Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights (subject to limitations and verification procedures):

  • Right to be informed about the processing of your personal information.
  • Right to access your data.
  • Right to object to processing or withdraw consent.
  • Right to rectification (correct inaccurate or incomplete data).
  • Right to erasure or blocking of data.
  • Right to data portability.
  • Right to file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within the period required by law and may request proof of identity for security.
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Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and support appointment booking functionality. You may disable cookies in your browser, but this may limit some features of the Website.

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Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (including those of affiliated brands or the assurance plan). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

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Children's Privacy

Our Website and services are not directed at children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without appropriate parental or guardian consent.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on the Website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.

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Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:

DokFat Naturopathic Healthcare Services

04 TCI Road, Maitim 2nd East, Tagaytay City, 4120, Philippines

Email: support@dokfat.com

Phone: +63 961 279 5707

You may also lodge complaints with the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines.