1. INTRODUCTION
At efegerek.com ("Website"), we respect the privacy of our visitors and customers and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit our website or use our services.
This policy has been prepared in accordance with Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK) and relevant legislation.
2. DATA CONTROLLER
Data Controller: Efe Gerek
Address: Istanbul, Turkey
Email: efegerekdeveloper@gmail.com
Phone: +90 542 738 3773
Website: https://efegerek.com
3. PERSONAL DATA COLLECTED
The following personal data may be collected when you use our website:
3.1. Identity and Contact Information
- Name and surname
- Email address
- Phone number
- Turkish ID number (when required for invoicing)
- Address information
3.2. Transaction and Financial Information
- Order information
- Purchase history
- Payment information (credit card details are not stored by us, processed by secure payment provider)
- Invoice information
3.3. Technical Data
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Site access time
- Pages visited
- Click data
3.4. Communication and Support Data
- Messages sent through contact forms
- Email correspondence
- Customer support requests
- Feedback and complaints
4. DATA COLLECTION METHODS
Your personal data is collected through the following methods:
Direct Collection
Through contact forms, order forms, registration forms
Automatic Collection
Through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies
Communication Channels
Via email, phone, social media
Third-Party Integrations
Payment systems (Shopier, iyzico), analytics tools
5. DATA USAGE PURPOSES
The personal data collected is used for the following purposes:
✓ Service Provision
Performing digital product sales and delivery
✓ Communication
Order confirmation, product delivery, and customer support
✓ Payment Processing
Invoice issuance and payment transaction management
✓ Legal Obligations
Compliance with financial regulations and consumer protection laws
✓ Security
Fraud prevention and system security
✓ Improvement
Website performance and user experience analysis
✓ Marketing (With Consent)
Information about new products and campaigns
✓ Support
Resolution of technical issues and customer requests
6. COOKIE POLICY
Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze site performance.
6.1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files saved to your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit websites. Cookies enable the website to function properly and improve user experience.
6.2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for basic website functions to work.
Example: Session management, security, language preference
Performance Cookies
Help us understand how the site is being used.
Example: Google Analytics, page view statistics
Functionality Cookies
Remember your preferences to provide a more personalized experience.
Example: Language selection, theme preferences
Targeting/Advertising Cookies
Used to show you personalized advertisements. (Not currently in use)
6.3. How Can You Control Cookies?
You can choose not to accept cookies, block specific cookies, or delete existing cookies from your browser settings. However, if you block cookies, some features of the website may not work properly.
Note: Essential cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be blocked. You can manage your preferences for other cookie types through your browser settings.
6.4. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services used on our website:
- Google Analytics: Site traffic and user behavior analysis
- Cloudflare: Security and performance optimization
- Shopier/iyzico: Payment processing
These services have their own privacy policies and we do not have direct control over them.
7. DATA SHARING AND TRANSFER
Your personal data is shared with third parties only when necessary and in accordance with laws:
7.1. Service Providers
Only data necessary for service provision is shared with service providers such as web hosting (Cloudflare), email services, payment systems (Shopier, iyzico).
7.2. Legal Obligations
Your data may be transferred to authorized institutions in case of court orders, legal requirements, or requests from public authorities.
7.3. Business Transfer
In case of sale, merger, or transfer of the business, your data may be transferred to the new owner. Notification will be provided in such cases.
📍 Data Location
All your data is stored on servers located in Turkey. Your data is not transferred abroad.
8. DATA SECURITY
We implement industry-standard security measures to ensure the security of your personal data:
SSL/TLS Encryption
All data communication is encrypted
Firewall
Cloudflare security layer
Access Control
Limited and authorized access
Backup
Regular data backups
Updates
Regular security updates
Monitoring
Continuous security auditing
Important: No data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Despite all measures, the risk of unauthorized access cannot be completely eliminated. However, we continue to use the best available practices to protect your data.
9. DATA RETENTION PERIOD
Your personal data is retained for the period required by the processing purpose and/or for the periods stipulated in relevant legislation:
When the retention period expires or the processing purpose ceases, your data will be deleted, destroyed, or anonymized.
10. YOUR RIGHTS
You have the following rights under KVKK:
How Can You Exercise Your Rights?
You can apply to us through the following methods to exercise the above rights:
Email: efegerekdeveloper@gmail.com
Subject: "KVKK Application"
Your application will be responded to free of charge within 30 days at the latest.
11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our website and services are directed to users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If you become aware that we have collected personal data from a user under 18, please notify us.
12. EXTERNAL LINKS
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not have control over the privacy practices and content of these sites. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of third-party sites when you visit them.
13. POLICY CHANGES
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. We will notify you via our website or email when there are significant changes. We recommend that you check the current version regularly.
The last update date is indicated at the top of the page.
14. CONTACT
If you have questions about our Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, you can contact us:
Data Controller:
Efe Gerek
Email:
efegerekdeveloper@gmail.com
Phone:
+90 542 738 3773
Address:
Istanbul, Turkey
Website:
https://efegerek.com
💡 Important Reminder
By reading this Privacy Policy and continuing to use our website, you accept that your personal data will be processed as specified in this policy.