1. PURPOSE AND LEGAL BASIS

As Mehmet Emin Aklan (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”), we use cookies and similar technologies (collectively, “cookies”) during your visits to our websites (the “Site”) and mobile applications (the “App”) to ensure these visits are as efficient as possible. (“cookies”) to ensure your visits to our websites (the “Site”) and mobile applications (the “App”) are as efficient as possible. The use of these technologies is carried out in compliance with the applicable legislation, primarily the Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (“KVK Law”).

The purpose of this Privacy Notice is to provide information regarding the types of cookies used, the purposes for which they are used, and how they can be managed when collecting personal data belonging to users, members, and visitors (“Data Subjects”) in the course of operating our Website and Applications.
Our company reserves the right to discontinue the use of cookies used to operate our website, to change the types or functions of cookies, or to add new cookies. Any changes made in this regard will be made public through an update to this privacy notice.

2. COOKIES IN GENERAL AND TYPES OF COOKIES

2.1. Definition of a Cookie

Cookies are small text files that allow certain information about users to be stored on their devices when they visit a website.

2.2. Types of Cookies

2.2.1. Cookies by Duration

Session Cookies

A session cookie, also known as a temporary cookie, is used to maintain the continuity of a session. When the user closes their web browser, session cookies are also deleted.

Persistent Cookies

A persistent cookie, which is not deleted when the web browser is closed, is automatically deleted on a specific date or after a certain period of time. Through this cookie, the user’s processed data is transmitted to the server every time the user visits a website. For this reason, persistent cookies are sometimes referred to as tracking cookies. For example, advertisers can use them to record and utilize information about a user’s web browsing habits over an extended period of time. They can also be used to ensure that users do not have to re-enter their login credentials every time they log in to their accounts on websites. They can also be used to ensure that users do not have to re-enter their login credentials every time they log in to their accounts on websites.

2.2.2. Cookies by Purpose:

Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential Cookies)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They are required to provide an information society service requested by the user (such as logging in, filling out forms, or remembering privacy preferences).
In general, they can be classified as types of cookies that are used under conditions other than explicit consent. If essential cookies are blocked, certain parts of the website will not function, and these cookies will not be used for marketing purposes.

For the mandatory data processing activities we carry out in connection with the use of these cookies, we rely on the data processing condition set forth in Article 5 of the Personal Data Protection Law, which states: “The processing of personal data belonging to the parties to a contract is necessary, provided that such processing is directly related to the conclusion or performance of the contract.”.

Functional Cookies:

These are cookies used for personalization and to remember preferences on websites or in applications (including applications on desktop, mobile, or IoT devices). These cookies are used to provide functionalities other than those provided by essential cookies.

For the data processing activities related to performance tracking that we carry out when using these cookies, we rely on the data processing condition set forth in Article 5 of the Personal Data Protection Law, which states that “data processing is necessary for the legitimate interests of the data controller, provided that it does not harm the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject.”.

In cases where it is not clear that the individual has explicitly requested an information society service, explicit consent will be required.

Performance and Analytics Cookies:

These are cookies that enable statistical measurement to analyze user behavior on websites. These cookies are frequently used to improve the site, which includes measuring the impact of advertisements on relevant audiences. Website owners use them to estimate the number of unique visitors, identify the most important search engine keywords that lead to a web page, or track navigation patterns on the website.

For the data processing activities related to performance tracking that we carry out when using these cookies, we rely on the data processing condition set forth in Article 5 of the Personal Data Protection Law, which states: “Data processing is necessary for the legitimate interests of the data controller, provided that it does not harm the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject.”.

Advertising/Marketing Cookies:

Cookies used for advertising and marketing purposes track users’ online activities to identify their personal interests, with the goal of displaying ads tailored to those interests. Although there are many types of online advertising, the main reason online behavioral advertising is the most preferred is that it allows ads to be tailored to individuals’ tendencies and preferences, enabling advertisers to use their time and financial resources more efficiently. Online behavioral advertising practices consist of the following stages: monitoring individuals’ online activities, analyzing and profiling these activities, matching the profiled individual with appropriate ads, and displaying those ads to the relevant person.

For the data processing activities we carry out regarding identification information for targeting, profiling, marketing, and direct advertising purposes during the use of these cookies, we rely on your “explicit consent” as the condition for data processing under Article 5 of the Personal Data Protection Law.

3. METHODS OF COLLECTING AND STORING PERSONAL DATA

Your personal data is collected electronically via cookies when you visit our website or use our app.

3.1. To Whom and for What Purposes Personal Data May Be Disclosed

Our company may share your personal data, as defined in the Cookie Policy, with our suppliers, our business partners (whose details can be found in the cookie preference management section), and public institutions and private individuals authorized by law, solely for the purposes specified above and in compliance with applicable laws.

3.2. How Can I Control the Use of Cookies?

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the links provided here on our website. Set the buttons in the cookie management panel to “On” or “Off” according to your preferences, then click the “Save Settings” button. Refresh the page to apply your settings. Additionally, you can partially control cookies through your browser settings. You can access information on managing cookies in popular browsers via the links below.

-Google Chrome
https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=tr

-Mozilla Firefox
Advanced Tracking Protection in the Desktop Version of Firefox | Firefox Help (mozilla.org)

-Safari
https://help.apple.com/safari/mac/9.0/#/sfri40732

-Opera
https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/

4. WHAT ARE YOUR RIGHTS AS A DATA SUBJECT?

The data subject,
-the right to know whether their personal data is being processed,
-to request information regarding the processing of personal data,
-the right to know the purpose of the processing of personal data and whether it is being used in accordance with that purpose,
-the right to know the third parties to whom personal data is transferred, whether within the country or abroad,
-the right to request the correction of personal data if it has been processed incompletely or incorrectly, and to request that third parties to whom the personal data has been disclosed be notified of the correction,
-the right to request the erasure or destruction of personal data if the grounds for its processing no longer exist, and to request that third parties to whom the personal data has been transferred be notified of such action,
-the right to object to a decision made solely through the automated processing of personal data that results in adverse consequences for the individual,
-They have the right to request compensation for damages suffered as a result of the unlawful processing of their personal data.
Data subjects may exercise the rights listed above in person or, provided they have a special power of attorney regarding personal data, through an authorized representative, in writing or via a registered electronic mail (KEP) address, a secure electronic signature, mobile signature, or to an email address previously provided and registered in our system.

Mailing Address: Alarko Carrier Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., GOSB – Şahabettin Bilgisu St., 41480, Gebze, Kocaeli
Email Address: kvkk@alarko-carrier.com.tr
KEP address: alarkocarrier.alarko@hs01.kep.tr

Requests and applications submitted to our Company by data subjects will be responded to within 30 days at the latest. As required by law, our Company has the right to request additional information from the requester and, if costs are incurred, to charge those costs to the requester.
In response to our company’s reply, the data subject has the right to file a complaint with the Data Protection Board within the timeframe specified by the Data Protection Law.
Your personal data will be processed provided that it is not used for purposes or within a scope other than those communicated to you, and will be stored and processed for the statutory retention period or, if no such period is specified, for as long as required by the purpose of the processing. Upon the expiration of this period, your personal data will be removed from our Company’s data flows through methods such as deletion, destruction, or anonymization.

5. ENFORCEMENT

This Policy, issued by our company, is dated [May 30, 2023]. If the Policy is revised in whole or in part, the effective date of the text will be updated. The Policy is published on our company’s website (www.mksteknik.com) and made available to relevant parties.