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Whoop launches Whoop Humans, a free opt-in social network in its app that allows members at every tier to share health data with approved followers (Connie Loizos/TechCrunch)

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In short

The fitness tracking brand has added Whoop Humans directly inside its mobile application as a built-in community tool. Because the system functions strictly on an opt-in basis, users retain full discretion over whether they broadcast their personal metrics. When activated, members can share their health data exclusively with an audience of followers they personally approve. The functionality is completely free and accessible to users across all subscription tiers.

Key points

  • Participation in the newly launched network is entirely voluntary through an opt-in syste…: Participation in the newly launched network is entirely voluntary through an opt-in system.
  • Account holders can distribute personal health data safely to a self-selected follower gr…: Account holders can distribute personal health data safely to a self-selected follower group.
  • Equal access to the social networking update is provided across all subscription levels.: Equal access to the social networking update is provided across all subscription levels.

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