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You know that simple idea of just going out and vlogging? Like, you’re just walking down the street holding your phone and suddenly think, “Hey, this could be content.” But wait — it might not be that simple anymore. A new policy has just come out that could totally change the vlogging scene in the Philippines. And if you’re a vlogger, or even someone who just casually posts videos, you need to know this.

But before anything else, we’d really appreciate it if you could like this video — this is a big deal for us content creators. Thank you so much.

The reason? The National Privacy Commission (NPC) — the agency responsible for our privacy — has issued new guidelines. While it’s not an actual law passed by Congress, it still carries weight and can be enforced, so this is serious.

According to the NPC, anyone using any type of camera or device that can record video or audio and uploads it online falls under this policy. Even if you’re not earning money on YouTube, even if it’s just an accidental video — you’re still covered. And it’s not just about professional cameras either.

Even if you’re just using your phone, a GoPro, a tablet, or even smart glasses — as long as it records video, it’s included. So imagine — even a simple vlog at a street corner or a street food video — you have to be more careful now.

So what exactly do vloggers need to do under this new guideline?

First, if you’re filming someone clearly visible in your frame and they’re the subject of your video, you must inform them beforehand. Meaning, they should know they’re being recorded and that it might be posted online. Just a simple heads-up — and most of us probably already do that.

Second, you need a privacy notice on your channel or at least in the caption of your video. This should include how people featured in the video can request for it to be taken down if they don’t want to be part of it. It’s a bit technical, but it’s about respecting other people’s privacy.

Third — and this is what’s going viral right now — is that you must blur the faces of people you don’t know who appear in your video. Yep, even if they’re not your subject, if they appear in the background, you must cover their faces. Especially if they’re minors or considered part of vulnerable sectors.

Just think — you’re vlogging in Quiapo or a mall, and tons of people walk by. It’s unavoidable, right? But now, you’ll need to blur each and every one of them. That’s exhausting — what used to be a simple 5-minute video could now take a whole day to edit.

And on top of that, if your channel is monetized, you’re also required to register with the NPC. It’s now treated like a business — with paperwork and processes. For small creators or those just starting, this can be intimidating.

So now, a lot of vloggers are asking — is vlogging in the Philippines dying? Will this affect creators’ freedom? Or will it just make content creation more complicated? But of course, there’s a reason this policy was created — it’s to protect everyone’s privacy.

Because let’s face it — nowadays, people upload videos without others knowing they were recorded. And you know how it is in the Philippines — some laws seem like they’re just for display. They’re there, but rarely enforced. Still, don’t get too confident, because there are always people just waiting for you to slip up, even over the tiniest thing.

We’re talking about bashers and trolls who seem to make a hobby out of ruining people’s lives online. Honestly, there are people already commenting on my content just waiting for me to mess up. One even said, “So what now? Your channel’s dead.” Sometimes it’s funny, but most of the time it’s just annoying. I don’t get why some people enjoy seeing others fail.

But that’s just the reality. And if you violate any new rule, they’ll be the first to report you.

So why was this policy created?

Many say it started with a foreign vlogger named Vitaly — the Russian guy who goes around the Philippines seemingly just to mock Filipinos. He had videos that turned locals into a joke. But it’s not just him — lots of vloggers go into poor areas, film children and people in the streets, and post it online.

Even if their goal is to “raise awareness,” without the consent of the people being filmed, it can still violate human rights, especially regarding privacy. And I get it — if you shove a camera into someone’s face and post it without permission, that’s just wrong. Respect should always come first. If someone doesn’t want to be included in your video — respect that.

But now here’s the question — what happens to street vloggers or travel vloggers?

Because under this policy, even people just passing by in the background of your video must have their faces blurred. Even if they’re doing nothing. As long as they’re visible on camera, they’re covered by this rule.

Just imagine filming in a public place — like a market or a park — and dozens of people pass behind you. You’ll have to blur every single one of them. Besides being exhausting to edit, the video will end up looking terrible.

And isn’t the point of street and travel vlogs to show real life outdoors? If everything is blurred, what’s the point of watching it anymore?

On top of that, some vloggers are already feeling the impact. It’s not just about the creative or visual quality — this also affects their income, especially if their channel is monetized.

Some are now being forced to reduce uploads or switch to “safer” niches like home content or reaction videos.

But it’s not just the creators who are affected — viewers too might lose access to the vlogs that used to entertain, educate, or inspire them. And let’s not forget — content like this helps promote tourism and culture in the Philippines. Many foreigners discover the beauty of the country through travel vlogs. If that content disappears or decreases, it might affect the interest of potential visitors.

Now here’s some good news — it’s not all stress today. According to the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO), intermarriages between Filipinos and foreigners rose by 40% from 2021 to 2022. That’s just in one year — totaling 6,854 intercultural marriages. And guess what — Americans still top the list, followed by Australians. But surprisingly, Germans came in third — yup, the sausage and sauerkraut lovers are charming many!

Another fun detail — 10% of these marriages involved Filipino men and foreign partners. Though they didn’t clarify how many of those partners were also men. Either way, it’s clear — Filipinos never fall behind when it comes to love!

And speaking of overseas Filipinos, there’s more good news. According to a publication called Filipinos in the 6, Filipino American households are among the highest-earning ethnic groups in the U.S., averaging $115,000 per household.

They say this success is due to our culture of compassion, hard work, and prioritizing education and family. That’s true — but here’s another funny but sensible reason: we have more people in one household. The average Filipino household in the U.S. has 4.1 people, while Americans have 3.1. So if you’re talking total household income — we win!

Even so, salute to all hardworking Pinoys — it’s inspiring to know that even abroad, Filipinos are thriving.

But now let’s go back to the Philippines — and here comes a truly infuriating story. According to EMS News, some people are pretending to adopt stray cats and dogs — but in truth, they’re feeding them to reptiles like snakes and iguanas!

The Alliance of Animal Advocates says some fake “concerned citizens” even ask rescuers for financial help, but end up feeding the animals to their pets. One story says a Thai national adopted four adorable puppies — only to eat them all.

So animal welfare groups are reminding everyone — be careful when giving animals up for adoption. Don’t just hand them over to anyone. It’s like turning your house into a free fast food — but instead of burgers, it’s dogs on the menu.

Let’s hope everyone doing this is caught and punished — and may karma come back around. And let’s just hope they don’t end up throwing up a Shih Tzu.

Seriously though, it’s clear that this new vlogging policy is making a huge impact in the Philippines. What used to be a simple act of filming outdoors is now full of warnings and restrictions.

We understand the intent — to protect privacy — but what about creators just trying to share meaningful content?

So what do you think? Should vlogging really be this restricted in the country? Or is it more about finding the right balance between privacy and freedom of expression? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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