Privacy Policy

Transparency about what we collect, why we store it, and how we secure your information.

Effective Date: January 30, 2025

Last Updated: January 30, 2025

Welcome to Wakao! This Privacy Policy explains how Wakao Technologies ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you use our AI-powered social activity platform (the "Service"). By using Wakao, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

• Name and email address
• Profile information and photos
• Location data (with your permission)
• Communication preferences

Activity Data

We collect information about your interactions with our platform:

• Activities you create or join
• Messages and communications
• Social connections and friend lists
• App usage patterns and preferences

Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

• Device information and identifiers
• IP address and location data
• App performance and error logs
• Cookies and similar technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our services
• Connect you with relevant activities and people
• Send important updates and notifications
• Ensure platform safety and security
• Personalize your experience
• Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in these limited circumstances:

• With other users: When you participate in activities or send messages
• Service providers: Third-party services that help us operate our platform
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In connection with mergers or acquisitions

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data centers and infrastructure

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Opt out of certain data processing

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
• Certification schemes and codes of conduct

Children's Privacy

Wakao is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new policy on this page
• Sending you an email notification
• Providing notice through our app

Your continued use of our service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 30, 2025, and was last updated on January 30, 2025.