⚠️ IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: By accessing or using NBIOnlineClearance.ph (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use this Website. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and NBIOnlineClearance.ph (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
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1. Definitions
For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions apply:
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using NBIOnlineClearance.ph in any way, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions in their entirety.
Your use of the Website constitutes your express agreement to:
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Comply with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations - ✓
Accept our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, which are incorporated into these Terms by reference - ✓
Acknowledge that your use of the Website is at your own risk
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue your use of the Website.
3. Eligibility
By using this Website, you represent and warrant that:
- You are at least 16 years of age. The Website is not intended for children under 16. If you are under 16, you may only use the Website with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.
- You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement. You are not barred from using the Website under any applicable laws.
- Your use of the Website complies with all applicable laws. This includes laws in your jurisdiction and the Republic of the Philippines.
- You are not a competitor using the Website for competitive research. Unauthorized scraping, data mining, or competitive analysis of our content is prohibited.
4. Website Purpose & Nature
⚠️ CRITICAL UNDERSTANDING: NBIOnlineClearance.ph is an independent informational guide website. We are NOT the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), not a government agency, and not an official NBI Clearance processing center. We do not process applications, issue clearances, accept payments, or provide any official government services.
The Website exists solely to:
- Provide general information about the NBI Clearance application process
- Offer educational guides compiled from publicly available official sources
- Help users understand requirements, procedures, and common issues
For official NBI Clearance transactions, you must visit the official NBI website at clearance.nbi.gov.ph or an authorized NBI office.
5. User Accounts
Currently, NBIOnlineClearance.ph does not require user registration or account creation to access our content. All information on the Website is freely available to visitors without the need for an account.
In the event that we introduce user accounts in the future:
- You will be responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
- You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
6. User Conduct & Prohibited Activities
By using NBIOnlineClearance.ph, you agree NOT to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
Illegal Activities
Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, national, or international laws.
Security Violations
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our servers, systems, or networks; introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code.
Content Scraping
Use automated means (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access, collect, or copy our content without express written permission.
Spam & Abuse
Use the Website to send spam, unsolicited messages, or engage in harassing, abusive, or threatening behavior.
Intellectual Property Violations
Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without proper authorization.
Impersonation
Impersonate NBIOnlineClearance.ph, its representatives, the NBI, or any government entity while using the Website.
Overloading
Engage in activities that disrupt, overload, or impair the proper functioning of the Website or its infrastructure.
Inappropriate Content
Submit or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, pornographic, hateful, or otherwise objectionable.
We reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate legal action against anyone who violates these provisions, including reporting such violations to law enforcement authorities.
7. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on NBIOnlineClearance.ph, including but not limited to text, articles, guides, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, video clips, digital downloads, data compilations, software, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof, is the exclusive property of NBIOnlineClearance.ph or its content suppliers and is protected by Philippine and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
7.1 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website for your personal, non-commercial purposes only. This license does not include:
- ✗ Any resale or commercial use of the Website or its content
- ✗ Any collection and use of any content for the benefit of another website or business
- ✗ Any derivative use of the Website or its content
- ✗ Any downloading or copying of content for commercial purposes
- ✗ Any use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools
7.2 Permitted Uses
You may:
- ✓ Share links to our pages on social media or other platforms
- ✓ Print or save pages for personal, non-commercial reference
- ✓ Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to our Website
7.3 Trademarks
The name “NBIOnlineClearance.ph,” our logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of NBIOnlineClearance.ph or its affiliates. You must not use such marks without our prior written permission. “National Bureau of Investigation,” “NBI,” and related marks are trademarks of the Republic of the Philippines government. All other names, logos, and marks appearing on the Website are the property of their respective owners.
8. User-Generated Content
If the Website allows users to submit comments, feedback, messages, or other content (“User Content”), the following terms apply:
- License Grant: By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content in any media.
- Representations: You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to the User Content you submit and that it does not violate any third-party rights.
- No Confidentiality: User Content submitted to the Website is not considered confidential. Please do not submit sensitive personal information.
- Monitoring & Removal: We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to monitor, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion without notice.
- No Endorsement: User Content does not reflect our views, and we do not endorse any opinions expressed in User Content.
9. Third-Party Links & Services
NBIOnlineClearance.ph may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by us. These links are provided for your convenience and reference only.
We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for:
- The content, accuracy, or opinions expressed on third-party websites
- The privacy policies or practices of third-party websites
- Any transactions, products, or services offered by third-party websites
- Any damages or losses caused by your use of third-party websites
We strongly encourage you to review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. Your interactions with third-party websites are solely between you and the third party.
10. Advertising & Monetization
NBIOnlineClearance.ph is a free resource supported through advertising and affiliate partnerships. By using this Website, you acknowledge and agree that:
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Google AdSense: We display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history. Your use of the Website is subject to Google’s advertising policies. - 🔗
Affiliate Links: Some links may be affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our content. - 🚫
No Paid Content: We do not accept payment for writing reviews, recommendations, or altering our editorial content. Our guides remain independent and unbiased. - ⚙️
Opt-Out: You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, NBIOnlineClearance.ph expressly disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:
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Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement - •
Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses - •
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Warranties that any defects or errors will be corrected
You acknowledge that your use of the Website is at your sole risk and discretion.
12. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NBIOnlineClearance.ph, ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, AUTHORS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
This limitation of liability applies to all claims, including but not limited to:
- Loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill
- Errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies in content
- Personal injury or property damage resulting from your use of the Website
- Unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or personal information
- Interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Website
- Bugs, viruses, trojan horses, or similar harmful code transmitted by any third party
- Actions taken or not taken based on information from this Website
- Delayed, rejected, or incorrect NBI Clearance applications resulting from reliance on our guides
This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
📌 Jurisdictional Note: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.
13. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless NBIOnlineClearance.ph, its owners, operators, authors, affiliates, partners, and employees from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, debts, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney’s fees) arising from:
- Your use of and access to the Website
- Your violation of any term of these Terms and Conditions
- Your violation of any third-party right, including intellectual property or privacy rights
- Your violation of any applicable law, rule, or regulation
- Any User Content you submit that causes damage to a third party
This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Website.
14. Termination
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion and without prior notice, to:
- Terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Website for any reason, including violation of these Terms
- Block your IP address or take other technical measures to prevent access
- Remove or delete any User Content you have submitted
- Discontinue or modify the Website or any part thereof at any time
All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.
15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be brought exclusively in the competent courts of the Republic of the Philippines. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue.
🇵🇭 Philippine Law Notice: As a website focused on serving Filipino users seeking information about the NBI Clearance process, we operate under Philippine jurisdiction. Users from other countries are responsible for compliance with their local laws.
16. Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website, you agree to the following process:
- Informal Resolution: You agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at contact@NBIOnlineClearance.ph. Both parties shall make good faith efforts to resolve the dispute within 30 days.
- Mediation: If informal resolution fails, the parties may agree to submit the dispute to mediation before resorting to litigation.
- Litigation: If mediation is unsuccessful or not pursued, the dispute shall be resolved through litigation in the competent courts of the Republic of the Philippines.
- Waiver of Class Action: You agree to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.
17. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify, update, or replace these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
- Post the revised Terms on this page
- For material changes, provide a prominent notice on our Website for a reasonable period
Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates.
If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must immediately discontinue your use of the Website.
18. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable while preserving its intent.
If such modification is not possible, the invalid provision shall be severed from these Terms, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalidity of any provision shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any other provision.
19. Entire Agreement
These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and NBIOnlineClearance.ph regarding your use of the Website.
These Terms supersede and replace any prior agreements, communications, representations, or understandings, whether oral or written, between you and NBIOnlineClearance.ph relating to the subject matter hereof.
No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
20. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms and Conditions, or if you need to contact us for any legal or administrative matter, please reach out through the following channels:
Response Time
Within 24-48 hours
Monday-Friday, 9AM-6PM PHT
Acknowledgment of Terms
By accessing and using NBIOnlineClearance.ph, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer.
If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of the Website immediately. For official NBI Clearance services, please visit the official NBI website at clearance.nbi.gov.ph.