1. Introduction

Wakaga Economic Development Group ("Wakaga Group," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website at https://www.wakagagroup.com (the "Website").

Wakaga Group is governed by and operates under the sovereign authority of the Oglala Sioux Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe. Where applicable tribal law differs from federal or state law, Wakaga Group follows tribal law as the governing authority. By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge and consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, you should not use our Website.

We process your personal information based on your consent, our legitimate business interests, to comply with legal obligations, or to perform contractual duties.

For additional information on your rights and obligations when using our Website, please refer to our Terms of Service.

This policy applies only to data collected through our Website. It does not apply to offline data collection or data collected in the context of employment, which is governed by a separate policy.

2. Children Under the Age of 18

Our Website is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will delete that information. If you believe we might have information from or about a child under 18, please contact us at [email protected].

3. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Website, including:

·         Personal information such as name, postal address, email address, telephone number, or other identifiers by which you may be contacted online or offline.

·         Sensitive information, when explicitly required for a service, such as tribal affiliation or financial data, which will be handled with enhanced safeguards and only with your consent.

·         Information about your internet connection, device, and usage details.

·         Biometric identifiers and precise geolocation data are not collected unless explicitly required for a service and with your affirmative consent.

We collect this information:

·         Directly from you when you provide it to us.

·         Automatically as you navigate through the Website (including IP address, browsing actions, cookies, etc.).

·         From third parties, including our business partners.

Users who do not maintain an account may still exercise their rights by contacting us via email at [email protected].

For more about the types of data you may directly submit, see Section 4.

4. Information You Provide

Information collected through forms, correspondence, account registration, service requests, and search queries may be stored. We also retain records of transactions carried out through our Website.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to personal data collected in the context of employment or job applications. A separate notice may apply in those cases.

5. Automatic Data Collection

As you interact with our Website, we may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect:

·         Traffic and usage data

·         Device information (e.g., browser type, IP address, operating system)

·         Preferences and search behaviors

This data helps us:

·         Improve Website performance

·         Customize content

·         Estimate user size and usage trends

·         Recognize returning users

You can configure your browser to decline cookies; however, some features of our Website may not function properly without them. Where required, we provide users with the ability to accept or reject certain types of cookies via a cookie consent banner.

6. Third-Party Tracking

Some content or applications on our Website may be served by third parties. These parties may use cookies or web beacons to collect data about you across different websites. Third parties may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and cloud service platforms. We do not control these third-party technologies and encourage users to consult their privacy policies for more information.

7. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

·         Present our Website and content

·         Respond to inquiries and requests

·         Process transactions

·         Provide updates, support, or service changes

·         Offer customized experiences

·         Comply with legal and tribal requirements

·         Contact you about offerings from Wakaga Group or approved third parties

We may also use information to:

·         Display relevant advertisements

·         Monitor user behavior and improve user experience

·         Ensure the security and integrity of our systems

We rely on different legal bases to process your information:

·         For marketing communications: your consent

·         For account and service management: contractual necessity

·         For analytics and service improvements: our legitimate interests

You may withdraw your consent to our data processing at any time by contacting [email protected]. Please note this may affect your ability to use certain features or services.

We do not engage in automated decision-making that produces legal effects. We may use basic profiling for advertising and analytics purposes.

8. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose your personal information:

·         To our affiliates, subsidiaries, and service providers under confidentiality agreements (e.g., hosting services, email providers, analytics vendors)

·         To fulfill the purpose for which you provided it

·         As required by law, legal process, or tribal government requests

·         To enforce our rights or protect the safety of users and systems

·         With your explicit consent

·         To respond to a verified request by an authorized agent acting on behalf of a user

We may also share aggregated, anonymized data that does not identify individuals.

In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, Wakaga Group will notify affected individuals in accordance with applicable tribal or federal laws. See Section 8 for details on how we may disclose your information in the event of a breach.

9. Your Choices

You have control over your personal information:

·         Cookies: You may configure your browser to block cookies.

·         Marketing Emails: Opt out by following unsubscribe links or contacting us.

·         Access and Correction: Review or update your data by logging into your account or emailing us at [email protected].

·         Authorized Agents: Authorized representatives may submit privacy requests on behalf of others by providing written consent and identity verification.

We will respond to verified privacy requests within 45 days, or as required by applicable law. If we deny your request, you may appeal the decision by responding to our message or submitting a new request marked as “Appeal.” We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling any requests.

If you require this policy in an alternative format due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

10. State Privacy Rights

Certain U.S. states provide residents with additional rights. Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

·         Access or delete personal information

·         Correct inaccurate information

·         Request portability of your data

·         Opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, or profiling

To make a request, email us at [email protected]. We do not currently sell personal data under Nevada law.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable laws or tribal regulations. Specific retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the data and the legal requirements applicable to Wakaga Group.

Previous versions of this Privacy Policy may be requested by contacting [email protected].

12. Data Security

We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information. Data is stored securely, and transmission is protected via SSL encryption. In the event of a data breach, Wakaga Group will notify affected individuals in accordance with applicable laws.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.

13. Do Not Track (DNT) Policy

Our Website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals. However, users can manage cookie preferences and opt-out of targeted advertising using browser settings or the mechanisms described in this policy.

14. International Users

Our Website is based in the United States and is not currently intended for users outside the U.S. If you are accessing the site from outside the U.S., you understand and agree that your data may be processed and stored in the United States under tribal and federal laws, which may differ from the laws in your jurisdiction.

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

We will notify users of material changes via email or a notice on the Website homepage, when appropriate.

The “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy reflects the most recent changes.

16. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact our designated privacy officer at:

Privacy Inquiries: [email protected]
Legal Questions or Notices: [email protected]
General Contact: [email protected]

17. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy shall be resolved in accordance with the laws of the Oglala Sioux Tribe through its designated dispute resolution mechanisms. By using this Website, you agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the Oglala Sioux Tribe for such matters, and you waive any right to bring claims in other courts.