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Wataku Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Wataku.

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Wataku collects, uses, stores, protects, and shares information when you use our website, applications, online services, Academy, artificial intelligence features, and other services (collectively, the “Services”).

We designed Wataku to provide a modern strategy gaming experience while respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information.

By creating an account or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy.

2. Who We Are

Wataku is an online strategy gaming platform that provides:

  • online multiplayer gameplay;
  • artificial intelligence opponents;
  • AI-powered learning and coaching features;
  • educational Academy content;
  • player profiles;
  • rankings and statistics;
  • replays and game analysis;
  • community features;
  • optional digital purchases, including the Founder’s Pack.

Throughout this Privacy Policy, the terms “Wataku,” “we,” “our,” and “us” refer to the operator of the Wataku platform.

Business contact information will be published before commercial launch.

3. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • the Wataku website;
  • player accounts;
  • gameplay services;
  • Academy;
  • AI-powered features;
  • customer support;
  • digital purchases;
  • future mobile applications;
  • future official APIs where applicable.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites that may be linked from Wataku.

4. Information We Collect

Depending on how you use Wataku, we may collect different categories of information.

4.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

  • username;
  • display name;
  • email address;
  • encrypted authentication information;
  • account creation date;
  • account status;
  • authentication provider (where applicable).

We do not store plaintext passwords.

4.2 Profile Information

You may choose to provide information such as:

  • avatar;
  • profile image;
  • country or region;
  • biography;
  • preferred language;
  • preferences and settings.

Providing optional profile information is voluntary.

4.3 Gameplay Information

To operate the game, we collect gameplay-related information including:

  • games played;
  • game history;
  • moves;
  • replay information;
  • ratings;
  • rankings;
  • achievements;
  • Academy progress;
  • puzzle progress;
  • AI game results;
  • tournament participation;
  • statistics associated with your account.

Gameplay data helps us provide the Services and improve the player experience.

4.4 AI Interactions

When you use AI-powered features, we may process:

  • questions submitted to AI features;
  • AI coaching requests;
  • AI analysis requests;
  • interaction history needed to provide requested functionality.

AI responses may be generated using models operated by Wataku or trusted third-party AI providers.

AI-generated responses may occasionally be inaccurate or incomplete.

4.5 Technical Information

When you access Wataku, we may automatically collect technical information including:

  • IP address;
  • browser type;
  • operating system;
  • device type;
  • screen resolution;
  • language settings;
  • application version;
  • diagnostic information;
  • timestamps;
  • security logs.

This information helps us secure and improve the Services.

4.6 Cookies and Similar Technologies

Wataku uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • authenticate users;
  • maintain sessions;
  • remember preferences;
  • improve security;
  • understand platform usage;
  • improve performance.

Additional information is provided in our Cookie Policy.

4.7 Payment Information

If you purchase digital products such as the Founder’s Pack:

  • payment processing is performed by Stripe;
  • Wataku does not receive or store your full credit card number or card security code (CVV/CVC);
  • we may receive limited payment information such as:
    • payment status;
    • purchase identifier;
    • transaction reference;
    • billing country where provided by the payment processor;
    • purchased product;
    • payment completion timestamp.

Payment information is used solely to fulfill purchases and maintain appropriate records.

5. Information We Do Not Intentionally Collect

Wataku does not intentionally collect:

  • your full payment card number;
  • your card verification code (CVV/CVC);
  • online banking credentials;
  • government-issued identification unless required by law;
  • biometric information;
  • health information;
  • precise GPS location.

If such information is accidentally submitted, we will make reasonable efforts to remove it where appropriate.

6. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • provide gameplay;
  • authenticate users;
  • maintain player accounts;
  • save game progress;
  • generate player statistics;
  • improve AI functionality;
  • provide Academy features;
  • process digital purchases;
  • provide customer support;
  • detect abuse and cheating;
  • protect platform security;
  • improve performance and reliability;
  • comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information to advertisers.

7. AI Features

Artificial intelligence is an important part of Wataku.

AI features may assist with:

  • explaining rules;
  • analyzing games;
  • providing educational guidance;
  • generating coaching suggestions;
  • presenting different AI personalities.

AI outputs are intended to assist players and should not be considered guaranteed strategic advice.

Additional information about AI usage will be available in the Wataku AI Usage Policy.

8. Payments

Payments are securely processed by Stripe.

Wataku does not directly process your payment card information.

When you complete a purchase, we may store information necessary to:

  • confirm your purchase;
  • grant digital entitlements;
  • investigate payment issues;
  • provide customer support;
  • maintain financial records.

9. Sharing Information

We may share information only when necessary.

Examples include:

Service Providers

Trusted providers that help operate Wataku, such as:

  • payment processors;
  • cloud hosting providers;
  • infrastructure providers;
  • analytics providers;
  • customer support providers.

Service providers receive only the information reasonably necessary to perform their services.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required to:

  • comply with applicable laws;
  • respond to lawful requests;
  • protect users;
  • protect Wataku;
  • investigate fraud or abuse.

Business Changes

If Wataku is involved in a merger, acquisition, investment, or sale, relevant information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law.

10. International Data Processing

Wataku may use cloud infrastructure located in multiple countries.

As a result, information may be processed or stored outside your country of residence.

Where required, we take reasonable steps to help protect information transferred internationally.

11. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • provide the Services;
  • maintain player accounts;
  • preserve game history;
  • fulfill purchases;
  • satisfy legal obligations;
  • resolve disputes;
  • enforce agreements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information involved.

12. Security

Wataku uses reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect information, including measures such as:

  • encrypted communications (HTTPS/TLS);
  • secure authentication;
  • access controls;
  • security monitoring;
  • infrastructure security;
  • logging and auditing;
  • regular software updates.

No online service can guarantee absolute security.

Users are responsible for protecting their own account credentials.

13. Your Choices

Depending on applicable law, you may be able to:

  • access your personal information;
  • update account information;
  • change preferences;
  • request correction of inaccurate information;
  • request deletion of your account where appropriate;
  • request information about data processing.

Some information may need to be retained to satisfy legal or operational obligations.

14. Children’s Privacy

Wataku is not directed toward children below the minimum age permitted under applicable law without appropriate parental involvement where required.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected in violation of applicable law, we will take appropriate steps to address the situation.

15. Third-Party Services

Wataku may integrate with trusted third-party services including:

  • authentication providers;
  • payment providers;
  • cloud infrastructure providers;
  • analytics providers.

These third parties maintain their own privacy policies.

We encourage users to review those policies where appropriate.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Wataku may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When significant changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date and, where appropriate, notify users through the Services.

Continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

17. Contact Us

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to the contact information published on the official Wataku website.

Business contact details will be provided before public commercial launch.

18. Summary

Wataku was created to provide a modern strategy gaming platform while respecting player privacy.

We strive to:

  • collect only information reasonably necessary to operate the Services;
  • safeguard player information;
  • use trusted service providers;
  • provide transparency regarding AI and payment processing;
  • continuously improve our privacy and security practices.

Thank you for being part of the Wataku community.