Waze's Privacy Policy is legally part of these Terms, meaning the data collection and sharing practices described there are binding conditions of using the app.
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Incorporation by reference creates a single unified agreement covering both service usage terms and data handling practices. This operational structure means users must review both documents to understand the complete set of binding obligations and authorizations, as modifications to the Privacy Policy can alter the terms without amending the primary Terms of Use.
The updated Terms now establish that you are binding yourself not only to the main Terms of Use but also to Waze's Content Moderation Policy, Community Terms, and Copyright Policy as integral parts of the agreement. This expands the set of rules you must comply with when using the Service. The revised terms also clarify that the Service is intended for users of legal driving age and explicitly describe Waze's advertising model: the Service is free because advertising revenue funds operations, and Waze uses your data to show you targeted ads, with controls available to manage ad personalization preferences.
View change record →The full scope of data collection, sharing, and retention practices applicable to Waze users is not contained in these Terms alone; users must also read the Privacy Policy to understand how their information is handled.
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"Your use of the Service is also subject to Waze's Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.Excerpt from Waze's Terms of Use
1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Incorporation by reference of a privacy policy into terms of service is a standard practice but creates compliance obligations under GDPR (which requires layered, accessible transparency) and CCPA (which requires specific disclosures …
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Incorporation by reference creates a single unified agreement covering both service usage terms and data handling practices. This operational structure means users must review both documents to understand the complete set of binding obligations and authorizations, as modifications to the Privacy Policy can alter the terms without amending the primary Terms of Use.
The full scope of data collection, sharing, and retention practices applicable to Waze users is not contained in these Terms alone; users must also read the Privacy Policy to understand how their information is handled.
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