1. Introduction and Scope
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains what personal data is collected from users of tarifikolay.com ("Platform"), operated by Tarifi Kolay, and how such data is processed, stored, and protected.
This Policy has been prepared in accordance with Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK), Law No. 6563 on the Regulation of Electronic Commerce, and the relevant secondary legislation.
Data Controller: [Full Name] Contact: [email protected]
Your continued use of the Platform signifies that you have read and understood this Policy. If you do not accept the Policy, we kindly ask that you discontinue use of the Platform.
2. Personal Data Collected
Tarifi Kolay collects data in two distinct categories: data provided directly by users, and data automatically generated during use of the Platform.
2.1 Data Provided by the User
For registered users:
Data | Required? | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
Email address | Yes | Account creation, notifications |
Username | Yes | Profile and content identification |
City / Country | No (user-provided) | Profile enrichment |
For all visitors:
Additional information may be collected when you post a comment, fill out a form, or contact us on the Platform. This information is used solely for the purpose of completing the relevant transaction.
2.2 Automatically Collected Data
When you visit the Platform, the following technical data is automatically processed, even if you do not take any action:
IP address — Security, geographic statistics, and legal obligations
Browser and device information — Technical compatibility and analytics
Pages visited and browsing duration — Site performance and content improvement
Referring URL — Traffic source analysis
Cookie data — Session management, analytics, advertising (see Section 5)
3. Purposes and Legal Bases for Data Processing
Pursuant to Article 5 of the KVKK, your personal data is processed within the scope of the following purposes and legal bases:
Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
Account creation and membership management | Performance of contract |
Provision of Platform features | Performance of contract |
Security and fraud prevention | Legitimate interest |
Site usage analytics | Legitimate interest |
Delivery of personalized advertisements | Explicit consent |
Fulfillment of legal obligations | Legal requirement |
Issue reporting and support | Performance of contract |
4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
Tarifi Kolay does not sell or rent your personal data to third parties for commercial purposes.
However, the following third-party services are used for the operation of the Platform. These services may independently process certain technical data under their own privacy policies:
Google Analytics
Used to analyze site traffic and user behavior. Google processes the data it collects under its own privacy policy. Google Privacy Policy → Google Analytics Opt-Out →
Yandex Metrica
An additional analytics tool used for site analysis. Yandex processes the data it collects under its own policy. Yandex Privacy Policy →
Google AdSense
Used for serving advertisements. Google may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver ads based on your interests. Manage Your Ad Settings →
Legal obligation: Your personal data may be shared with competent authorities when required by a court order, a public prosecutor's request, or applicable legislation. No other sharing takes place outside of this circumstance.
5. Cookies
5.1 What Is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device via your browser. The Platform uses cookies for session management, performance measurement, and advertising personalization.
5.2 Types of Cookies We Use
Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Strictly necessary cookies | Login, security | End of session |
Preference cookies | Remembering language and settings | 1 year |
Analytics cookies | Google Analytics, Yandex Metrica | 2 years |
Advertising cookies | Google AdSense personalization | 2 years |
5.3 Managing Cookies
You may delete cookies or block new cookies from being placed at any time through your browser settings. However, if you disable strictly necessary cookies, the login function and certain Platform features may not work properly.
Cookie management by browser:
6. Data Retention Periods
Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
Member account information | Until account deletion + 1 year (legal obligation) |
Submitted recipes and comments | Indefinitely (in anonymized form) |
IP address logs | 2 years |
Analytics data | Per Google/Yandex policy |
Contact forms and emails | 3 years |
If you delete your account, your personal data will be anonymized; upon expiry of the statutory retention period, it will be permanently removed from our systems.
7. Data Security
Tarifi Kolay implements the following technical and administrative measures to protect your personal data:
HTTPS (SSL/TLS) encrypted connections
Passwords are stored as hashed values and are never retained in plain text
Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only
Regular security updates
Nevertheless, no data transmitted over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. If you detect a security breach, please notify us immediately at [email protected].
8. Your Rights Under the KVKK
Pursuant to Article 11 of Law No. 6698 (KVKK), you have the following rights:
Right to be informed: To learn whether your personal data is being processed
Right of access: To access your processed data and request a copy thereof
Right to rectification: To request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to erasure or anonymization: To request deletion of your data when the purpose of processing has ceased
Right to restriction of processing: To request that the processing of your data be suspended under certain conditions
Right to object: To object to processing carried out on the basis of legitimate interest
Right to data portability: To request that your data be transmitted to you in a portable format
Right to lodge a complaint: To file a complaint with the Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK) (kvkk.gov.tr)
To exercise these rights, you may contact us at [email protected] with information verifying your identity. Requests will be responded to within a maximum of 30 days.
9. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not directed at children under the age of 13 and does not knowingly collect personal data from this age group. Should we become aware that data has been collected from a user under the age of 13, such data will be deleted immediately. Parents or guardians may report such a situation to [email protected].
10. Policy Changes
This Policy may be updated from time to time. Material changes will be announced by:
Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of the page, and
Sending an email to registered members
Your continued use of the Platform following any change constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.
11. Contact
For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding the Privacy Policy or your data:
📧 [email protected] 🌐 tarifikolay.com/iletisim