Gezimaris Personal Data Protection and Privacy Policy

As Gezimaris, we attach great importance to the privacy and protection of our users' personal data. This policy aims to inform our users who visit our Gezimaris.com website about the collection, processing, storage and protection of their personal data. Within the framework of the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK"), we have determined the following principles to protect the rights of users.

1. Purposes of Collection and Processing of Personal Data

1.1. When you access Gezimaris.com or use our services, certain personal information may be collected and processed. This information will be used for the following purposes:

  • Providing Service: Providing the necessary information so that you can benefit from the articles published on our website.
  • Analysis and Improvement: To improve website performance, enhance user experience and analyze site usage.

1.2. These data may include identity and contact information such as name, surname, e-mail address, telephone number, IP address. Your data is processed only for the above purposes.

2. Principles of Processing of Personal Data

2.1. Your data is processed in accordance with the following principles:

  • Processing in Accordance with Law and Fairness: Your data is processed fairly and within the law.
  • Accuracy and Timeliness: Your personal information is kept accurate and up to date; measures are taken to correct inaccurate information.
  • Specific, Clear and Legitimate Purposes: Data is processed only for specific, clear and legitimate purposes and is limited to these purposes.
  • Processing as prescribed by the relevant law: Your personal data is stored only for the period prescribed by law in connection with the purpose of processing.

3. Methods of Collecting Personal Data

3.1. Your personal data may be collected through the following methods:

  • Online Forms and Membership Information: Information you provide during registration on our website or through online forms.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Technical information collected through cookies used to improve user experience.
  • Communication channels: Information you send via email or telephone.

4. Sharing of Personal Data with Third Parties

4.1. Gezimaris operates with the principle of protecting the confidentiality of user information. However, in certain cases, personal data may be shared with third parties for the following purposes:

  • Service Providers: Personal data may be shared with business partners or service providers (e.g. cloud service providers, payment services). Such sharing is solely to facilitate the provision of services.
  • Legal Obligations: In accordance with legal regulations, your information may be shared with authorized public institutions and organizations.
  • Data security: In cases that pose a risk to the security of our users, cooperation may be made with the relevant authorities.

4.2. In case your personal data is shared with third parties, all necessary measures are taken to ensure your data security.

5. Storage and Security of Personal Data

5.1. Gezimaris takes technical and administrative measures in accordance with national and international security standards to store your personal data securely:

  • Encryption: Encryption methods are used when storing your personal information.
  • Access Restrictions: Only authorized employees have access to personal data.
  • Firewalls: Your data is protected by firewalls to guard against external threats.

5.2. Personal data is stored for a period appropriate to the purpose of processing. When the storage period expires, the data is securely destroyed.

6. Rights of the Personal Data Owner

6.1. As a personal data owner, you have the following rights under the KVKK:

  • Request Information: Learning whether your personal data is being processed.
  • Access Right: Request information about your personal data if it has been processed.
  • Correction and Deletion: Request correction or deletion of incomplete or incorrectly processed data.
  • Objection to Processing: Object to the results resulting from the analysis of your data by automated systems only.
  • Requesting Compensation for Damages: To apply for compensation if you suffer damage due to the unlawful processing of your data.

6.2. To exercise these rights info@gezimaris.com You can submit a written application to the e-mail address.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

7.1. Gezimaris.com may collect information to improve user experience through cookies and tracking technologies. For more information about cookies, you can review the Cookie Policy section of our site.

7.2. You can manage the use of cookies according to your browser settings or reject them completely; however, in this case you may not be able to use some of the functions of our site to their full potential.

8. Notification in Case of Data Breach

8.1. Gezimaris has the obligation to inform data owners and the Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK) in case of a breach of personal data.

8.2. When such a situation occurs, Gezimaris will act quickly to take the necessary precautions and minimize the victimization.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

9.1. Gezimaris reserves the right to make any changes to this privacy policy. Changes to the policy will come into effect upon publication of the updated policy on the site. Users are advised to review the privacy policy periodically.

10. Contact Information

For all your questions, requests or complaints regarding Gezimaris.com, you can contact us using the contact information below: