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NPC Compliance Services in the Philippines

Protect your data privacy with practical support for ongoing NPC compliance, from assessing your registration requirements to ensuring your organisation is fully prepared for regulatory scrutiny.

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NPC Compliance Services

DPO and DPS Registration with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)

We assist with NPC registration and renewal for your Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Data Processing Systems (DPS), ensuring accurate, timely submissions and reducing compliance gaps.

SDAU Filing for Exemption from Registration of DPS

We help assess eligibility and prepare the Sworn Declaration and Undertaking (SDAU) for exemption from registration, ensuring your documentation meets NPC requirements.

ASIR Covering Privacy Incidents from the Previous Calendar Year

We support your Annual Security Incident Report (ASIR) preparation and submission, helping review incidents, organize required data, and ensure timely reporting that meets NPC standards.

ASIR Orientation & Staff Training

We provide ASIR orientation and staff training to clarify requirements, roles, and procedures for identifying, documenting, and reporting privacy incidents.

ASIR Post-submission Advisory Services

We offer post-submission advisory for ASIR, assisting with follow-up queries, next steps, and practical improvements for future compliance.

Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Project

We conduct Privacy Impact Assessments to identify privacy risks, review controls, and recommend practical measures for stronger compliance and data protection.

Drafting of Privacy-related Documents

We draft and review privacy notices, consent forms, policies, and internal documents to help ensure your practices align with regulatory requirements.

Privacy Awareness Training, Workshops, or Campaigns

We deliver privacy awareness training, workshops, and campaigns to boost employee understanding of privacy obligations, strengthen accountability, and promote consistent personal data handling.

The Five Pillars of Data Privacy

1

Appoint a Data Protection Officer

A Data Protection Officer oversees privacy compliance, manages data policies, coordinates with stakeholders, and serves as the main contact for privacy matters—ensuring accountability and effective oversight.

2

Create a Privacy Management Program

A privacy management program sets clear policies, roles, training, and processes for handling personal data, helping ensure consistent compliance and lower privacy risks.

3

Regulary Exercise Your Breach Reporting Procedure

Regularly test and rehearse breach reporting procedures to ensure your team is prepared, roles are clear, and incidents can be escalated and reported promptly.

4

Conduct a Privacy Risk or Impact Assessment

Conducting a privacy risk or impact assessment helps identify how personal data is handled, spot potential risks, and guide effective controls to support compliance and safer business operations.

5

Implement Your Data Privacy and Data Protection Measures

Use technical, organizational, and physical safeguards—such as access controls, secure storage, and staff awareness—to protect personal data at every stage and strengthen overall data security.

NPC Registration Requirements in the Philippines

Mandatory NPC Registration

Your business may need to register with the NPC if it meets any of the following conditions:

  • It employs 250 or more personnel
  • It processes sensitive personal information of 1,000 or more individuals
  • It processes personal data in a way that is likely to pose a risk to the rights and freedoms of data subjects

If your organisation falls under any of these conditions, registration is generally required under current NPC rules.

Voluntary Registration and Exemption Requirements

Organisations that do not meet the thresholds for mandatory registration can still opt to register voluntarily. Voluntary registration is beneficial for businesses aiming to demonstrate stronger privacy governance to clients, partners, and stakeholders. If your business is not required to register and does not choose voluntary registration, you may need to submit a Notarised Sworn Declaration.

Why Choose Ascentium Philippines

We focus on what your business needs to do in real terms—what to file, what to prepare, and what to maintain—so your compliance efforts stay actionable.

Choose Ascentium Philippines for NPC Compliance Services

Privacy Compliance By Experts

Our team brings hands-on experience in privacy compliance, regulatory documentation, and corporate advisory support in the Philippines, helping businesses manage data privacy obligations with greater clarity and control.

Our Other Corporate and Advisory Services

Incorporation

Comprehensive structuring and seamless registration of your business.

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Corporate Secretarial Services

Ongoing statutory compliance, SEC filings  and corporate housekeeping. 

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Tax Compliance

BIR filings, income tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.

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Outsourced Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping, financial reporting, and accounting support.

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Payroll Services

Payroll administration, statutory contributions, and employment compliance.

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Tax Incentives

PEZA, BOI, and CREATE Act incentive applications and compliance.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

NPC compliance refers to meeting the requirements of the National Privacy Commission under Philippine data privacy rules. This can include appointing a DPO, conducting a risk assessment, creating a privacy management program, implementing data protection measures, developing breach management plans, and regularly exercising breach reporting procedures.

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