Cookie Policy
DevolveSphere is committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy, security, transparency, accountability, and responsible information management for all users of the Katarungang Pambarangay Management System (KPMS).
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how DevolveSphere Management Consultancy Services ("DevolveSphere") uses cookies and similar technologies when users access the cloud-hosted Katarungang Pambarangay Management System ("KPMS Cloud Edition").
This Policy should be read together with the KPMS Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, and the KPMS Cloud Edition Subscription Agreement.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on a user's browser or device when visiting a website. They help websites remember information such as login sessions, preferences, security settings, and other operational data that improve usability and system performance.
Cookies generally do not contain official barangay case records or complete personal information. Instead, they typically store technical identifiers necessary for secure operation of the platform.
3. Why KPMS Uses Cookies
KPMS uses cookies only for legitimate operational, security, and administrative purposes necessary to provide the cloud-hosted service.
Cookies may be used to:
- Maintain secure login sessions.
- Authenticate authorized users.
- Remember user interface preferences.
- Protect against unauthorized access.
- Support security monitoring.
- Improve overall system performance.
- Maintain application stability.
- Assist troubleshooting and technical support.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the proper operation of KPMS. Without these cookies, users may not be able to authenticate or access protected areas of the System.
Security Cookies
Security cookies help protect user accounts, authenticate sessions, identify suspicious activity, and reduce unauthorized access attempts.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies remember certain user settings, language selections, interface preferences, or other usability options that improve the user experience.
Performance Cookies
Performance-related cookies may help DevolveSphere understand how the platform performs so technical improvements can be made.
5. Cookies We Do Not Intentionally Use
Unless specifically announced in an updated version of this Policy, DevolveSphere does not intentionally use cookies for:
- Behavioral advertising.
- Cross-site advertising profiles.
- Selling user browsing behavior.
- Tracking users across unrelated websites.
6. Session Cookies
Certain cookies remain active only while the browser session is open. These cookies are generally removed when the user logs out or closes the browser.
Session cookies are commonly used to maintain authentication and protect secure access during an active session.
7. Persistent Cookies
Some cookies may remain on the user's device for a limited period to remember selected preferences or improve future access to the System.
Persistent cookies are retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for their intended operational purpose.
8. Third-Party Technologies
KPMS may rely on trusted third-party service providers for cloud hosting, authentication, infrastructure, security, email delivery, payment processing, or other technical functions.
Some of these services may use their own cookies or similar technologies, which remain subject to the respective provider's policies.
9. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow users to review, delete, or block cookies through browser settings.
Users who disable essential cookies should understand that certain KPMS features, including secure login and authenticated sessions, may no longer function correctly.
10. Security
Cookies used by KPMS are intended to support secure operation of the platform and are not designed to expose confidential barangay case records or sensitive official information.
Users should always protect their devices, browsers, passwords, and active sessions to reduce security risks.
11. Changes to this Cookie Policy
DevolveSphere may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in law, technology, infrastructure, browser standards, security practices, or operational requirements.
Updated versions will indicate the applicable version, effective date, and last-updated date.
12. Contact Information
Questions regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies within KPMS may be submitted through the official DevolveSphere contact and support channels.