Data Policy of NewstimesTurkey.com
At NewstimesTurkey.com, we are committed to ensuring the privacy and protection of your personal data. In compliance with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (“KVKK”), we would like to inform you about how your personal information is collected, processed, and shared.
1. Personal Data Collection
According to KVKK, “personal data” refers to any information related to an identified or identifiable natural person. This includes, but is not limited to, information such as your name, surname, gender, date of birth, place of birth, phone number, image, voice recordings, IP address, email address, and data from social media accounts if accessed through our platform.
2. Use of Personal Data
Your personal data will be used for purposes including, but not limited to, providing better service, conducting statistical studies, managing advertising and marketing activities, and improving our website and services. This data may be processed for the purpose of understanding your preferences and usage habits.
3. Sharing Personal Data
Your personal data may be shared with NewstimesTurkey.com’s affiliated group companies, business partners, suppliers, shareholders, and authorized public institutions and private individuals, as well as with third parties within the boundaries defined by KVKK’s Articles 8 and 9. This sharing is done for purposes including improving customer services, conducting research, enhancing marketing and advertising efforts, and ensuring the effective execution of business strategies.
4. Methods of Data Collection and Legal Basis
Your personal data is collected through various methods, including written, verbal, and electronic means. The collection and processing of this data will comply with the conditions outlined in Articles 5 and 6 of the KVKK.
5. Your Rights Regarding Personal Data
In accordance with Article 11 of the KVKK, you have the right to:
- Learn whether your personal data has been processed,
- Request information about how your data is processed,
- Understand the purpose of processing and whether the data is used in line with the purpose,
- Know the third parties to whom your personal data is transferred,
- Request correction if your data is incomplete or incorrect,
- Ask for the deletion or destruction of your personal data,
- Request that corrections or deletions be communicated to third parties to whom your data has been transferred,
- Object to decisions based solely on automated processing of your data,
- Request compensation for damages caused by unlawful processing of your data.
You can exercise these rights by submitting a request through the www.newstimesturkey.com website.
6. Use of Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit our website or use our mobile app. These cookies help us provide you with a better user experience by storing your browsing preferences and activity. We use both persistent and session cookies, which remain active for varying periods depending on the type.
If you prefer not to have cookies stored on your device, you can modify your browser settings. Cookie settings may vary depending on the browser, and you can find detailed information in the help menu of modern browsers.
7. Communication Consent
By providing your personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details, you consent to the collection, storage, and processing of this data. This data may be used for marketing, sales, and communication purposes, including sending notifications, promotional content, and newsletters. Your information may also be shared with third parties for these purposes, but only in compliance with relevant laws.
If you prefer to withdraw your consent at any time, you can request that your personal data be deleted, destroyed, or anonymized by contacting us. All requests will be processed within the legal time frame.
This Data Policy ensures that NewstimesTurkey.com users are informed about how their data is handled, in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698.
