Question 1

Is my data used to train AI models?

Accepted Answer

- The policy does not explicitly mention using personal data to train artificial intelligence or machine learning models.

- Waze states it uses data to "improve the Services or to develop new features" and for "analytics and measurement to understand how our Services are used," but does not specify whether this includes AI model training.

- The policy does indicate that aggregated and anonymized data may be used for "internal, commercial and statistical purposes," which could potentially include machine learning, but this is not explicitly stated.

- For a definitive answer about AI training, you would need to contact Waze directly at privacy@waze.com to clarify their specific practices.

Question 2

Can I completely stop Waze from tracking my location in the background, or will it always collect this data regardless of my settings?

Accepted Answer

Waze collects GPS and sensor data about your location and travel patterns continuously, including when you're not actively using the app, to enable features like "time to leave" reminders and parking assistance.

Question 3

Which specific Google products receive my location and route data, and can I opt out of this sharing without deleting my Waze account?

Accepted Answer

As a Google-owned company, Waze automatically shares your de-identified location, route data, and account settings with other Google mapping and navigation services, creating a broader profile of your movements across the Google ecosystem.

Question 4

Where is my data stored during this two-month deletion period, and who has access to it?

Accepted Answer

When you request account deletion, Waze says it "generally takes around 2 months" to completely remove your data from storage systems, meaning your location history and personal information persists for an extended period after you request deletion.