Terms of Service

Suggested text: Our website address is: http://wakacircle.co.uk.

Comments

Suggested text: When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.

An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Media

Suggested text: If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.

Cookies

Suggested text: If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.

If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.

Embedded content from other websites

Suggested text: Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Who we share your data with

Suggested text: If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How long we retain your data

Suggested text: If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data

Suggested text: If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where your data is sent

Suggested text: Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for WakaCircle

Effective Date: 2024

WakaCircle (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform. Please read this policy carefully. By using WakaCircle, you consent to the practices described herein.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information from you:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Profile Picture and Cover Photo
• Current Location and Hometown

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal data, such as:

• Browser and device information
• IP Address
• Cookies and tracking data
• Platform usage statistics

1.3 Content You Provide

• Posts, messages, comments, photos, and videos shared on the platform.
• Interests, hobbies, and preferences indicated in your profile.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

1. Provide and personalize the WakaCircle experience.
2. Facilitate connections and interactions with other users.
3. Send updates, notifications, and promotional messages.
4. Monitor and improve platform performance and security.
5. Enforce our Terms of Service and prevent fraudulent activities.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in the following cases:

1. With Your Consent: When you agree to share information with other users or third parties.
2. Service Providers: To trusted third-party vendors who help us operate WakaCircle (e.g., hosting services, analytics).
3. Legal Obligations: When required by law or to respond to legal requests.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data.
• Secure access controls.
• Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities.

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance your user experience.
• Analyze platform performance.
• Provide targeted advertising.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. User Rights

You have the right to:

1. Access Your Data: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
2. Edit Your Data: Update or correct inaccurate information.
3. Delete Your Data: Request the deletion of your account and associated data.
4. Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data.
5. Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of receiving promotional communications.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address].

7. Third-Party Links

WakaCircle may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their policies before engaging with them.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through the platform or via email. Please review this page regularly for updates.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: [Insert Contact Email]
• Address: [Insert Business Address]

10. Children’s Privacy

WakaCircle is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.