We've updated our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy to better reflect how our services work and to clarify our policies regarding content, compliance, and user rights. Here is a summary of the key changes:
- Service and Account Management Information: We have clarified the definitions of the Service, the age requirements for users (16+ or the legal driving age in your jurisdiction, if higher), and the rules surrounding account management and termination.
- Content Submission: We've updated the guidelines for user-submitted content and our Content Moderation and Appeals Policy.
- Use Restrictions: We have updated the list of prohibited conduct, including explicit bans on scraping, data mining, using the service for commercial purposes without authorization, and engaging in fraudulent or deceptive behavior (e.g., impersonation, fake reports).
- Privacy and Advertising: We continue to prioritize your privacy and have updated information on how we use your data to show useful ads and improve navigation and how you can control the ads we show you.
- Regulatory Compliance: We've updated terms for consumers in the EEA to ensure compliance with local consumer protection regulations.
We encourage you to review the full Terms of Use and Privacy Policy to understand these updates in detail. These terms will take effect on August 1st, 2026. Continued use of the Waze Service constitutes your acceptance of these updated terms.