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The provision creates an automatic data collection mechanism upon service use and establishes authorization for downstream data sharing with commercial partners. This allocation of data flows is material to the service delivery model and the parties to whom user location information may be disclosed.
Users operating the service accept automatic transmission of real-time location and device data to Waze systems, with authorization for that data to be shared with advertisers and business partners as specified. Continued service use applies these data collection and sharing terms as written.
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Location data. Data about your device's location, which can be either precise or imprecise. For example, we collect location data using Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) (e.g., GPS) and data about nearby cell towers and Wi-Fi hotspots. Location can also be inferred from a device's IP address...
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We collect information about your approximate and precise location. If you permit us to do so, we can collect your precise location from your device. We also use your IP address to determine your general location. You can use Snap Map to share your location with your friends and to see the locations...
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The provision creates an automatic data collection mechanism upon service use and establishes authorization for downstream data sharing with commercial partners. This allocation of data flows is material to the service delivery model and the parties to whom user location information may be disclosed.
Users operating the service accept automatic transmission of real-time location and device data to Waze systems, with authorization for that data to be shared with advertisers and business partners as specified. Continued service use applies these data collection and sharing terms as written.
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