How much does a website cost?

Our websites start at ₱3,000 for a single-page business site and go up depending on complexity. E-commerce sites start at ₱7,000, and custom business systems start at ₱8,000. We always provide a clear quote before starting any work — no surprises.

How long does it take to build a website?

A simple business website typically takes 5–7 working days. More complex projects like e-commerce sites or custom systems take 2–4 weeks. We provide a timeline estimate during your free consultation.

Do you offer ongoing support after launch?

Yes! All our plans include post-launch support (30–60 days depending on the plan). After that, we offer affordable monthly maintenance packages or you can reach out anytime for one-time fixes and updates.

What is a Data Protection Officer (DPO) service?

As a certified DPO, we help your business comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) and international data protection standards. This includes creating privacy policies, conducting data audits, handling compliance documentation, and serving as your outsourced DPO.

Do I need to be in the Philippines to work with you?

Not at all! We work with clients worldwide. Everything is handled online — consultations, project updates, file sharing, and support. We use our client portal so you can track progress from anywhere.

Can I see my project progress while it's being built?

Absolutely. Every client gets access to our Client Portal where you can view project status, track tasks, see invoices, and sign agreements. You'll always know exactly where your project stands.

What technologies do you use?

We primarily build with Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS for websites and web applications. For databases, we use Supabase (PostgreSQL). All our solutions are modern, fast, and mobile-responsive.

Is the free consultation really free?

Yes, completely free with no obligation. We'll discuss your needs, recommend solutions, and give you a clear quote. You decide if you want to proceed — no pressure, no hidden fees.

Do you accept international payments?

We're currently setting up international payment options including Stripe and PayPal. For now, we can arrange payment via bank transfer. Contact us and we'll work out the best option for you.

What if I need changes after the project is delivered?

Minor revisions are included during and after the build phase. For larger changes or new features after launch, we provide a quote based on the scope of work. Our clients often come back for ongoing improvements as their business grows.

Cookie Consent for Philippine Websites: What RA 10173…

Every Filipino website you visit shows a cookie banner. Most of them are wrong — either too aggressive (collecting consent for tracking that does not need it), too vague (a single "we use cookies" line that satisfies nobody), or completely absent.

Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act and recent NPC advisories, cookie consent has clear rules. Here is what your business actually needs in 2026.

What Cookies Trigger Data Privacy Act Obligations

Not all cookies are equal. The Data Privacy Act applies when cookies are used to process personal data — which includes anything that can identify a specific user, alone or in combination with other data.

In practice, this means:

Strictly necessary cookies (login session, cart, security tokens) — no consent required. You can drop these without asking.
Functional cookies (language preference, theme) — consent recommended but not always mandatory.
Analytics cookies (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel) — consent required if they identify users.
Marketing/Advertising cookies (retargeting, tracking pixels, third-party ad networks) — consent always required.

If your site uses Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel — and most Philippine business sites do — you need a proper cookie consent banner.

The 4 Requirements of a Compliant Cookie Banner

NPC Advisory Opinion 2019-074 and related guidance set clear expectations:

1. Information Before Consent

The banner must tell the user:

What cookies you use (by category at minimum)
What each category is for
Which third parties receive the data (Google, Meta, etc.)
How long each cookie persists
How to withdraw consent later

This information cannot be buried 3 clicks deep. It must be visible from the banner itself, even if collapsed.

2. Genuine Choice — Reject Must Be as Easy as Accept

The single biggest issue with most Philippine business cookie banners: there is only an "Accept" button, no "Reject."

NPC has clarified that genuine consent requires equal-prominence Reject and Accept buttons. A small "Manage preferences" link that opens a modal with 12 toggles, where the user has to manually disable each, is not equivalent to Accept.

The compliant minimum:

Accept All — prominent button
Reject All — equally prominent button
Customize — optional secondary link for granular control

3. Consent Must Be Unbundled and Granular

You cannot ask a user to consent to "analytics + marketing + functional" as a single yes/no. Each category needs its own toggle. A user must be able to accept analytics while rejecting marketing.

4. No Loading Tracking Cookies Before Consent

Most Philippine business websites violate this. They load Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel on page load — BEFORE the user has seen the cookie banner, let alone agreed.

That is a violation regardless of what the banner says. Tracking cookies must only fire AFTER explicit consent.

This usually requires a "consent management platform" (CMP) integration. Cookiebot, OneTrust, and CookieYes all do this for free at small scale.

Required Information in Your Privacy Notice

In addition to the banner itself, your Privacy Notice (linked from the banner) must include:

Categories of cookies used
Purpose of each category
Specific third parties (Google, Meta, Hotjar, etc.)
Data retention periods
How users can withdraw consent
How users can exercise their data subject rights

We covered the broader Privacy Notice requirements in Privacy Notice Template for Philippine Businesses.

What a Compliant Cookie Banner Looks Like

A working 2026 cookie banner has, at minimum:

Brief explanation of cookie use (2-3 sentences)
3 buttons: Accept All, Reject All, Customize
Link to full Privacy Notice
No tracking cookies loaded until consent is given
A way to change preferences later (footer link, usually)

If you click "Reject All" and your Google Analytics still loads — the implementation is broken regardless of how nice the banner looks.

Free Tools That Get This Right

CookieYes — free for up to 100 monthly visitors with reasonable PH support
Cookiebot — paid past free tier but very robust
OneTrust — enterprise-grade, free tier available
Klaro — open-source, self-hosted option for technical teams

All four properly block tracking cookies before consent.

Common Cookie Consent Mistakes in the Philippines

One-button "Accept" banner with no Reject option
Banner that loads AFTER tracking has already started
"Consent" given by scrolling or clicking anywhere on the page
Pre-checked "Accept" boxes for each cookie category
No way to change preferences after initial consent
Vague banner text that does not list third parties

Each of these is technically a violation. The NPC has not yet sanctioned individual SMEs for cookie banner issues alone, but they have been raised in complaint investigations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my website really need a cookie banner?

If you use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any third-party tracking — yes. If you have a static site with no tracking — probably not, but a brief notice in your Privacy Notice is still good practice.

Will adding a Reject button hurt my analytics?

Yes, somewhat. Typical opt-out rates are 30-60% for marketing cookies. But "fewer but consent-given visitors" is the law, and the analytics you do collect are legally usable.

What about cookies set by social media embeds (YouTube, Facebook)?

Same rule. If you embed a YouTube video on a page, YouTube drops tracking cookies. You need consent before loading that embed, or use privacy-friendly versions (YouTube nocookie domain, lazy-loaded iframes).

Get Your Cookie Setup Right

A proper cookie consent setup takes 1 to 3 hours for most Philippine business websites — and protects you from regulatory exposure. At RDahunan I.T. Services we audit and implement DPA-compliant cookie consent as part of our DPO service. Want a free 15-minute audit of your current cookie banner? Send us a message.

General DPO guidance. Not legal advice.