The rules and agreements that govern your use of Where in the Philippines.
Effective Date: May 1, 2026
Last Updated: May 1, 2026
| THE SHORT VERSION By using Where in the Philippines, you agree to follow these rules. Our content is for informational purposes — always verify travel details before you go. We’re not responsible for decisions you make based on what you read here. Be respectful in our comments. We can remove any content that breaks our rules. If you submit content (comments, tips, photos), you give us permission to use, edit, and republish it. Disputes are governed by Philippine law. |
1. Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website whereinthephilippines.com and any related services (collectively, the “Website”) operated by Xage Digital Marketing Services (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
These Terms work together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Affiliate Disclosure, which are incorporated by reference.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Website. If you are between 13 and the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you represent that you have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to use the Website. If you are using the Website on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
3. Our Content
All content published on the Website — including articles, photographs, videos, graphics, logos, designs, and the underlying code — is owned by Xage Digital Marketing Services or our licensors and is protected by Philippine and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
3.1 Permitted Use
You may view, browse, and personally consume our content for non-commercial use. You may share short excerpts on social media with proper attribution and a link back to the original article.
3.2 Prohibited Use
Without our express written permission, you may not:
- Reproduce, republish, or distribute our content in whole or in substantial part
- Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on our content
- Use our content for commercial purposes, including AI training data, content scraping, or resale
- Remove or alter any copyright notices, watermarks, or attribution
- Use our trademarks, logos, or brand name without prior written consent
If you would like to license, syndicate, or republish our content, please contact us at whereinthephilippines@gmail.com.
4. User-Submitted Content
The Website allows you to submit content, including comments on articles, tips, corrections, photographs, and other materials (collectively, “User Content”).
4.1 Your Responsibility
You are solely responsible for any User Content you submit. By submitting User Content, you represent and warrant that:
- You own the content or have the necessary rights and permissions to submit it
- Your content does not infringe any third party’s intellectual property, privacy, or other rights
- Your content is accurate to the best of your knowledge
- Your content complies with these Terms and applicable law
4.2 License to Us
By submitting User Content, you grant Xage Digital Marketing Services a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, edit, adapt, translate, publish, display, distribute, and create derivative works from your User Content, in any media now known or later developed, for any purpose including but not limited to publishing on the Website, social media, marketing materials, and partnerships.
This license includes the right to feature your tips, comments, photographs, or other submissions in our articles, videos, or social media content. We will use reasonable efforts to provide attribution when appropriate.
4.3 Comment Rules
To keep our community welcoming and useful, we do not allow comments that:
- Contain spam, advertising, or unrelated promotional content
- Are abusive, harassing, threatening, or hateful
- Contain hate speech, discrimination, or attacks based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, or other protected characteristics
- Engage in personal attacks or name-calling against other users, our team, or third parties
- Reveal private information about another person (“doxxing”)
- Promote illegal activity or contain illegal content
- Are off-topic, deliberately disruptive, or trolling
- Impersonate another person or misrepresent your identity
We reserve the right to remove, edit, or refuse to publish any User Content at our sole discretion, without notice or obligation. Repeat or serious violations may result in your being banned from commenting.
5. Disclaimers
5.1 Travel Information Accuracy
We strive to provide accurate, up-to-date information, but travel conditions change frequently. Prices, schedules, business hours, transportation routes, accommodation availability, entry requirements, and operational status of attractions or establishments may change without notice. We make no warranty that the information on our Website is current, complete, or error-free at the time you read it.
Always verify critical details directly with the relevant business, transportation provider, government office, or official tourism authority before making travel decisions or commitments.
5.2 No Professional Advice
The information on our Website is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be construed as, professional advice. Specifically:
- We are not licensed travel agents, tour operators, or travel insurance providers.
- We are not lawyers — nothing on our Website constitutes legal advice.
- We are not medical professionals — nothing on our Website constitutes medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before traveling, especially for health-related concerns, vaccinations, or medications.
- We are not financial advisors — nothing on our Website constitutes financial, investment, or tax advice.
5.3 Third-Party Links and Content
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources, including affiliate links. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or operations of any third party. Your interactions with any third-party website or service are governed by that party’s terms and privacy policy. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party services.
5.4 User Responsibility
You acknowledge that travel involves inherent risks, including but not limited to weather, accidents, illness, theft, and unforeseen disruptions. You are solely responsible for:
- Your own travel decisions, plans, and arrangements
- Verifying entry requirements, visas, permits, vaccinations, and travel insurance
- Assessing risks related to destinations, activities, and providers
- Complying with local laws, customs, and regulations
- Securing appropriate travel insurance
5.5 “As Is” Basis
THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ACCURACY. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE.
6. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL XAGE DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES, ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRIBUTORS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, GOODWILL, TRAVEL EXPENSES, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING FROM:
- Your access to, use of, or inability to use the Website
- Any content obtained from the Website
- Any travel decisions, expenses, or experiences based on Website content
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
- Statements or conduct of any third party on the Website
In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Xage Digital Marketing Services and its owners, officers, employees, contributors, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from: (a) your use of the Website; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) your User Content; or (d) your violation of any third-party rights.
8. Modifications to the Website and Terms
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website (or any part of it) at any time, with or without notice. We are not liable to you or any third party for any such modification, suspension, or discontinuance.
We may also update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
9. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, for any reason, including for violation of these Terms. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination — including ownership provisions, disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability — shall survive.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the proper courts of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines.
Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to first contact us at whereinthephilippines@gmail.com to attempt to resolve the matter informally.
11. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
12. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Affiliate Disclosure, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Website and supersede any prior agreements.
13. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
| TERMS OF SERVICE CONTACT Xage Digital Marketing Services (operator of Where in the Philippines) Address: City of San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines Email: whereinthephilippines@gmail.com Website: whereinthephilippines.com |
Last updated: May 1, 2026
