What is the Data Privacy Act?

Data Privacy Act of 2012 or Republic Act No. 10173 is an act that was created in order to protect the
individual personal information in information and communications systems in the government and
private sector.

What is the Purpose of the Data Privacy Act?

The main objective of the Data Privacy Act or Republic Act No. 10173 is protection of the fundamental
human right of privacy and of communication while ensuring free flow of information in order to
promote growth and innovation.

Its goal is to ensure that personal information in information and communication systems in the
government and private sector is secured and protected.

What is the National Privacy Commission?

The National Privacy Commission is the independent body created under Republic Act No. 10173 to
administer and implement the provisions set forth under the Act, and the one that ensures full
compliance of the country with the international standards set for data protection.