Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

Wano ("we," "our," or "us") is a global short-form video platform rooted in Afrocentric culture, connecting Africa, the Diaspora, the Caribbean, and communities worldwide. Your privacy is important to us, and this Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Wano app and services.

By using Wano, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and protect our platform.

Information You Provide

When you create an account or use Wano, you may provide:

  • Name or username
  • Email address or phone number
  • Profile photo and bio
  • Videos, photos, captions, comments, and messages
  • Any information you submit through forms or support requests
Information Collected Automatically

When you use Wano, we may collect:

  • Device information (model, operating system, IP address)
  • App usage and interaction data
  • Log files and crash reports
  • Location (approximate, based on IP — not precise GPS unless you allow it explicitly)
Information from Third Parties

If you sign in using a third-party service (like Google or Apple), we may receive basic profile information from them.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage your account
  • Deliver and personalize content
  • Enable posting, messaging, and community features
  • Improve and optimize the Wano platform
  • Provide customer support
  • Communicate updates and important notices
  • Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats

We do not sell your personal data.

3. How Your Content Is Used

When you upload videos, photos, or other content:

  • You keep ownership of your content.
  • You give Wano permission to display, distribute, and promote it within the app and on our platform.

This allows us to show your content to other users and help you reach a wider audience. You can delete your content at any time.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share limited information with:

  • Service providers who help run the app (hosting, analytics, email, etc.).
  • Law enforcement if required by law.
  • Partners only when necessary for platform functionality.

We never share your private messages publicly.

5. Data Security

We use technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data. While no system is 100% secure, we work hard to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

6. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request corrections
  • Delete your account and data
  • Withdraw consent

You can request this by contacting us.

7. Children's Privacy

Wano is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that we have, we will delete it.

8. International Users

Wano is a global platform. By using it, you agree that your data may be processed and stored in different countries where our servers and partners operate.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date and notify users if required.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at: privacy@wanoafrica.com.