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Privacy Policy

  • Nov 10, 2025
  • 7 min read

Updated: Jan 14

Privacy Policy for Waacking App & Waack Nation

Last Updated: 14.01.2026


1. General Information

This Privacy Policy describes how Waack Nation and Waacking app collects, uses, processes, and protects personal data in connection with the use of our mobile application, "Waacking" (the "App").

By registering as a member and using the App, you agree to our processing of your personal data in accordance with this policy.

2. What Information Do We Collect?

We collect the following types of personal data:

  • User Data:

    • Upon Registration: Name, email address, and encrypted password.

    • Member Profile: Username, profile picture (if uploaded), and any other information you voluntarily add to your profile.

  • User-Generated Content:

    • Forum Posts and Comments: Text, images, and other information you voluntarily share on forums and comment boards. This content is public and visible to other app users.

  • Technical and Usage Data:

    • Device Data: Unique device identifiers, IP address, operating system, and browser information.

    • Usage Patterns: Log in times, updates in forums and article comments.

  • Payment Data:

    • We do not store your credit card details directly.

3. How Do We Use Your Information?

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Operation and Functionality: To provide you with access to membership, forums, and comment boards within the App.

  • Customer Support: To assist you with technical issues and answer your questions.

  • Communication: To send you notifications, updates, and other relevant information about the App.

  • Personalization: To tailor your user experience, for example, by showing relevant content based on your activity.

  • Security: To detect and prevent misuse, fraud, and violations of our policies.

  • Analytics and Improvement: To understand how users interact with the App and to improve our services.

4. Sharing of Personal Data

We only share your personal data in the following cases:

  • With Other Users: Content you publish on public forums and in comment sections is visible to other members.

  • With Third-Party Service Providers: We use external companies to provide services such as hosting, payment processing, and analytics. These third parties only have access to the necessary information to perform their services and are subject to strict confidentiality agreements.

  • Legal Obligations: If we are legally obligated, for example, by a court order, we may disclose your information to public authorities.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of the company, your personal data may be transferred to the new owner.

5. Your Rights

In accordance with the GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right of Access: You can request access to the information we have stored about you.

  • Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Right to Erasure ("Right to Be Forgotten"): You can request that your personal data be deleted. We will delete all publicly available posts you have made, such as forum posts and comments, upon request.

  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to certain types of data processing.

  • Right to Data Portability: You can request that your personal data be transferred in a structured, machine-readable format.

6. Security

We take security seriously and have implemented technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, modification, disclosure, or destruction.

  • All transmission of sensitive data, such as passwords, is encrypted (HTTPS).

  • Your personal data is stored securely on our servers, which are protected with appropriate security measures.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

  • Storage Period: We store your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose of the collection or as required by law.

  • Deletion: You can request to have your user profile and associated data deleted at any time. Data you have posted on public forums will be anonymized or deleted, depending on your request.

8. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes through the App or via email. The latest version will always be available on our website and within the App.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our processing of personal data, you can contact us at:



Privacy Policy for Membership

Last Updated: 11.10.2025

1. General Information

This Privacy Policy describes how Waack Nation and Waacking App collects, uses, processes, and protects personal information in connection with your membership in the Waacking program Waacking App membership / VIP membership

By becoming and remaining a member, you agree to our processing of your personal information in accordance with this policy.

2. What Information Do We Collect?

We collect the following types of personal information from you:

  • Membership Data:

    • Contact Information: Name, email address.

    • Membership Details: Membership number, membership level, renewal date, and membership status.

  • User Account Data:

    • Upon Registration: Username and encrypted password.

    • User Profile: Profile picture, biography, and any other information you voluntarily add to your profile.

  • Membership Benefits and Engagement Data:

    • Forum Posts and Comments: Text, images, and other information you voluntarily share on our member-only forums and comment boards. This content is visible to other members.

    • Event Registrations: Information provided when you register for member-exclusive events.

    • Communication Preferences: Your choices regarding receiving marketing communications, newsletters, or event invitations.

    • Online dance tutorials: Classes you can access in app or at WaackNation.com

  • Payment Data:

    • Transaction Information: Records of your payments for membership dues. We use secure, third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal), and we do not store your full credit card details on our servers.

  • Technical and Usage Data:

    • Device and Log Data: Unique device identifiers, IP address, operating system, and browser information.

    • Usage Analytics: Information on how you interact with our member portal, app, and website, such as page views, features used, and time spent.

3. How We Use Your Information (Legal Basis for Processing)

We use the collected information for the following purposes, relying on a specific legal basis for each action under the GDPR:

  • To fulfill our contractual obligations to you (GDPR Article 6(1)(b)). This includes:

    • Providing you with access to membership benefits, including the member portal, forums, and exclusive content.

    • Processing membership payments and renewals.

    • Sending you essential communications about your membership, such as payment confirmations and membership status updates.

  • For our legitimate business interests (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)). This includes:

    • Communicating with you about relevant events, updates, and news related to the Membership.

    • Analyzing usage data to improve our services and content.

    • Ensuring the security of our platform and protecting against fraud and misuse.

    • Handling member inquiries and providing customer support.

  • With your consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a)). This includes:

    • Sending you optional marketing communications (e.g., promotional newsletters) where you have explicitly opted in.

    • Posting your profile information on public-facing areas (if your privacy settings allow it).

  • To comply with legal obligations (GDPR Article 6(1)(c)). For example, we may process and retain certain data to comply with tax or other legal reporting requirements.

4. Sharing Your Information

We only share your personal information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With Other Members: Any content you post on public member forums or comment boards is visible to other members.

  • With Service Providers: We use trusted third-party service providers for essential functions like hosting, analytics, and payment processing. These providers are only given access to the necessary information to perform their services and are bound by strict confidentiality obligations.

  • With Business Partners (with your consent): We may, with your explicit consent, share your information with business partners for specific promotional offers or events.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to law enforcement or other government authorities if required by law, such as in response to a court order or legal process.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Your Rights as a Member

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right of Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Right to Erasure ("Right to Be Forgotten"): You can request that your personal data be deleted. We will make our best effort to delete publicly posted information (forums, comments), but some historical data may remain in archival form.

  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to certain processing of your data, particularly for marketing purposes.

  • Right to Data Portability: You can request your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we process your data based on consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

6. Data Security and Retention

  • Security Measures: We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption (HTTPS), firewalls, and secure access controls, to protect your personal information.

  • Data Retention: We retain your personal information for as long as you are an active member. After your membership is terminated, we will retain your data for a limited period to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes before securely deleting it.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes via the member portal, email, or a prominent notice on our website. Your continued membership after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.

8. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

9. Cancel membership

APP members can cancel anytime from their profile. The VIP members (50eur monthly) can cancel anytime at in their profile settings. NEW YORK RESIDENCE; As a result of the New York auto-renewal law effective November 5, 2025 affecting subscriptions in New York State, eligible subscribers on Google Play C. will be entitled to a prorated refund if they cancel their subscription within 14 days of an opt-out price increase.

10. AUSTRALIAN RESIDENCE; As a result of the New York auto-renewal law effective January 1, 2026 the age limit is 16 years old to use the app.

 
 
 

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