Privacy Policy

Last updated on 23rd April 2025

 

WABA Marketing FZ LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Platform,” “Website,” “Application,” “WABA Marketing,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a UAE-based communication automation and WhatsApp Cloud API integration platform offering chat automation, CRM integrations, client communication tools, and related services.

 

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) helps the users accessing the Website / Application (“User,” “You,” “Your”) understand the nature of data collected, the purpose of collection, how we process and protect such data, and your rights as a user. We take protection, privacy, and security of your data seriously and are committed to safeguarding your personal information.

We strongly advise you to read this Policy carefully before accessing the Platform, creating an account, or using any of the Services. If you do not agree with this Policy, please discontinue using our Platform or Services.

 

This Policy is published in accordance with:

 

UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 regarding the Protection of Personal Data (UAE PDPL)

Information Technology Act (where applicable)

Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023

Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data of Information) Rules, 2011

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (if applicable to the User)

Other applicable data protection laws

Unless otherwise defined herein, capitalized terms shall carry the meaning assigned in our Terms & Conditions.

By using our Platform or creating an account, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.


Definitions

Service
The online platform, dashboard, APIs, tools, website (wabamarketing.com / any associated domain), and mobile application owned and operated by WABA Marketing FZ LLC.

Personal Data
Information relating to an identifiable natural person.

Usage Data
Data collected automatically from usage of the Service (e.g., device info, logs, browser type, etc.).

Cookies
Small files stored on a device to collect, track, and improve user experience.

Data Controller
WABA Marketing FZ LLC is the Data Controller responsible for determining the purpose and manner of processing your information.

Data Processor / Service Provider
Any entity or individual engaged by us to process data on our behalf.

Data Subject (User)
Any individual using the Service whose data is processed.


Information Collection and Use

When you access or use our Website / Application, request a demo, subscribe for a trial, or create an account, we may collect the following categories of data to improve and provide our Services.


Types of Data Collected

1. Personal Data

We may ask you to provide personally identifiable information such as:

Full Name

Email Address

Phone Number (including WhatsApp number)

Company Name

Business Address (State, City, Postal Code)

Country

Social media login identifiers

Contact list information you voluntarily upload

Any other identifiers or sensitive/personal information under UAE PDPL or DPDPA 2023

We may use your Personal Data to contact you via:

WhatsApp messages

Phone calls

SMS

Emails

Newsletters

Promotional and service-related messages

Even if you are registered on DND / DNC, you authorize us to communicate with you as long as your account is active.

You may opt out of promotional communications anytime.


2. Usage Data

We may collect diagnostic and technical data such as:

IP address

Browser type/version

Device identifiers

Pages visited

Time spent on pages

Operating system data

Mobile network information

System logs


3. Behavioral Data

We collect information regarding:

User preferences

Search behavior

Activity patterns across devices

User interaction with the Platform

This helps improve product experience.


4. Location Data

We may collect and store:

Precise or approximate geographic location

GPS data (if permitted)

You may enable/disable GPS in your device settings.


5. Contact List & Media Files

To enable communication features, we may collect:

Uploaded contact lists (names, numbers, emails)

Media files (images, videos, PDFs, documents)

Audio recordings or attachments shared through the Service

This is strictly used to provide messaging functionality.


6. Tracking & Cookies Data

We use cookies, beacons, and tracking scripts for:

Authentication

User sessions

Preference management

Analytics

Advertising

Types of cookies include:

Session Cookies

Preference Cookies

Security Cookies


7. Device Data

We collect data such as:

Device hardware & software details

Battery, storage, signal, and system performance

Bluetooth/WiFi access point info

App usage data

Device identifiers

ISP/mobile operator details

IP address

Connection speed


8. Third-Party Information

We may receive data from:

Advertising partners

Analytics providers

CRM or integration platforms

Social media login accounts

If you link your account with Facebook, Google, Instagram, or other services, we may receive account and profile data.


Use of Data

WABA Marketing FZ LLC uses data to:

Provide and maintain the Service

Verify your identity

Improve platform performance

Notify you of updates

Provide customer support

Monitor and analyze usage

Prevent fraud and abuse

Personalize user experience

Provide offers, promotions, and notifications

Facilitate payment processing

Enable communication via WhatsApp API


Legal Basis under GDPR (if applicable)

We process data under lawful grounds:

Performance of a contract

Consent

Legitimate interests

Compliance with legal obligations

Payment processing requirements


Retention of Data

We retain:

Personal Data: as long as necessary for business/legal purposes

Usage Data: for shorter periods unless required for security, compliance, or improvements

We may retain data longer to comply with UAE regulatory obligations.


Transfer of Data

Your data may be transferred to servers located in:

UAE

Europe

India

United States

Any other region where service providers operate

By using the Platform, you consent to international transfers.

We ensure adequate safeguards through:

Contractual protections

Standard contractual clauses

Security measures

Compliance checks


Disclosure of Data

Business Transactions

If WABA Marketing FZ LLC is involved in a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale, Personal Data may be transferred.

 

Law Enforcement

We may disclose data when required by UAE authorities, courts, or legal obligations.

 

Legal Requirements

We may disclose Personal Data to:

Protect rights or property

Prevent fraud or misuse

Ensure public safety

Comply with regulations

Prevent legal liability


Security of Data

We employ industry-standard techniques, encryption, and administrative safeguards.
However, no online or electronic system is 100% secure.
We strive continuously to enhance security but cannot guarantee absolute protection.


Your Rights (GDPR / UAE PDPL / DPDPA)

Depending on jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

Access your data

Rectify incorrect data

Delete your data

Object to processing

Restrict processing

Data portability

Withdraw consent

Complain to a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact:
📧 info@waba.ae

We may need to verify identity before responding.


Service Providers

We may employ third-party processors for:

Hosting

Analytics

Advertising

Payments

Customer support

Cloud infrastructure

They access data only as required for their tasks.


Analytics Providers

We may use:

Google Analytics

Firebase

Mixpanel

Meta Analytics

Other analytics tools

Each tool has its own privacy policies.


Behavioral Remarketing

We may use advertising & remarketing tools including:

Google Ads

Meta Ads

LinkedIn Ads

Email retargeting

SMS and WhatsApp remarketing

You may opt out using the respective platform settings.


Payments

We use secure third-party processors including (but not limited to):

Stripe

Razorpay

PayPal

Payby

UAE payment gateways

App Store / Play Store billing

We do not store payment card details.


Refund Policy

Payments are strictly non-refundable.
No refunds for:

Partial usage

Unused subscription time

Early cancellation


Links to Other Websites

We may link to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for:

Their content

Their data handling

Their security practices

You must review their Privacy Policies independently.


Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

If you believe a minor has submitted data, contact us for immediate removal.


Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically.
Changes become effective upon posting the updated Policy.
If changes are significant, we may notify users by:

Email

Website banners

Platform notifications

You are encouraged to review the Policy regularly.


Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 info@waba.ae
📍 WABA Marketing FZ LLC, Al Hamra Free Zone Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
📞 +971 444 6 2019