We value your privacy and are dedicated to safeguarding it through our adherence to this privacy policy (“Policy”). This Policy outlines the kinds of information we may collect from you or that you may provide (“Personal Information”) on the simsekleras.com website (“Website” or “Service”) and any of its related products and services (collectively, “Services”), as well as our procedures for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and sharing that Personal Information. Additionally, it explains your choices regarding our use of your Personal Information and how you can access and update it.
This Policy forms a binding agreement between you (“User”, “you” or “your”) and this Website operator (“Operator”, “we”, “us” or “our”). If you are accepting this Policy on behalf of a business or other legal entity, you confirm that you have the authority to bind that entity to this Policy, in which case the terms “User”, “you” or “your” shall refer to that entity. If you lack such authority, or if you disagree with the terms of this Policy, you must not accept this Policy and are prohibited from accessing and using the Website and Services. By accessing and using the Website and Services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Policy. This Policy does not apply to practices of companies we do not own or control, or to individuals we do not employ or manage.
When you access the Website, our servers automatically log information that your browser provides. This information may include details like your device’s IP address, browser type and version, operating system type and version, language preferences, the webpage you visited before arriving at our Website, the pages of the Website and Services that you visit, the time spent on each page, search queries on the Website, access times and dates, and other relevant data.
The information collected automatically is used solely to identify potential cases of misuse and to compile statistical data about the usage and traffic patterns of the Website and Services. This statistical data is not combined in a way that would allow us to identify any specific User.
You may access and use the Website and Services without revealing your identity or providing information that would allow someone to identify you as a distinct, identifiable individual. However, if you choose to use some features available on the Website, you may need to provide certain Personal Information (such as your name and email address). We collect and store any information you intentionally provide to us, such as when you create an account, publish content, or complete forms on the Website. When necessary, this information may include the following:
You have the choice to share or withhold certain details while using our services. For instance, you may choose to provide account-related information such as your username, unique user ID, and password. Contact information like your e-mail address and phone number, along with basic personal information such as your name and country of residence, are also optional. Sensitive information, including details about ethnicity, religious beliefs, mental health, or similar attributes, is not required for you to disclose. You have full control over whether you wish to provide such sensitive information. Additionally, your device’s geolocation data, including latitude and longitude, may be collected, though enabling geolocation services is optional. Keep in mind that choosing not to provide certain information may limit your access to some features on the website. If you’re unsure about whether specific information is mandatory, please feel free to contact us. Any content you willingly provide, such as articles, images, or feedback, is shared at your discretion, and your involvement is voluntary based on your preferences.
We do not intentionally gather Personal Information from children under 18 years of age. If you are below 18, we ask that you do not submit any Personal Information through the Website and Services. If you have reason to believe that a child under 18 has provided us with Personal Information via the Website and Services, please reach out to us to have that information removed from our Services.
We encourage parents and guardians to supervise their children's Internet activities and to help enforce this Policy by advising them not to submit Personal Information on the Website and Services without permission. We also urge parents and guardians to take steps to ensure that children are instructed not to share Personal Information online without consent.
Depending on the specific circumstances surrounding Personal Information, we may act as either a data controller or a data processor. In cases where we request Personal Information to enable your access to the Website and Services, we operate as a data controller because we determine the purposes and means of processing that information. However, if you provide Personal Information through the Website and Services, we act solely as a data processor, handling that data according to your directions, while you retain the role of data controller.
We may need to gather and process certain Personal Information to provide the Website and Services or to fulfill legal obligations. Without the requested information, we may be unable to supply the products or services you seek. Any Personal Information we collect may be used for purposes such as:
- Creating and managing user accounts
- Sending administrative notifications
- Providing updates on products and services
- Answering inquiries and offering support
- Requesting feedback from users
- Enhancing user experience
- Enforcing terms, conditions, and policies
- Protecting against abuse and harmful users
- Addressing legal requests and preventing harm
- Operating the Website and Services effectively
The processing of your Personal Information is influenced by how you interact with the Website and Services, your location, and if any of the following apply: (i) you have provided consent for one or more specific purposes; (ii) the information is necessary to fulfill this Policy or any pre-contractual obligations; (iii) processing is required to comply with legal obligations; (iv) processing relates to a task in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority; (v) processing is essential for our or a third party’s legitimate interests. Additionally, we may combine some of your Personal Information to improve and enhance our Website and Services.
Under some jurisdictions, we may be permitted to process information until you choose to opt out, without relying on consent or another legal basis. We are available to clarify the specific legal basis that applies to any processing and, in particular, whether providing Personal Information is a statutory or contractual requirement, or necessary to enter into a contract.
You have the option to delete certain Personal Information we hold about you. The types of Personal Information you can delete may vary as the Website and Services evolve. When you delete Personal Information, we may retain an archival copy of the unrevised information to fulfill obligations to our affiliates and partners, as outlined below. If you wish to delete your Personal Information or deactivate your account, you may do so in your account settings on the Website.
To provide requested Services or complete transactions, we may share your information with our trusted companies and service providers (“Service Providers”) who assist in operating the Website and Services in alignment with our privacy practices. We do not share personally identifiable information with unaffiliated third parties.
Service Providers are only permitted to use or disclose your information as necessary to perform services on our behalf or to comply with legal requirements. They receive only the information required for their functions, and we do not authorize them to use your information for their marketing or other purposes.
Additionally, we may disclose Personal Information as required by law, such as in response to legal processes, and in instances where we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety or that of others, investigate fraud, or respond to government requests.
We retain and use your Personal Information as needed to meet legal obligations, enforce our Policy, resolve disputes, or as allowed by law. We may use aggregated data derived from or incorporating your Personal Information after it’s updated or deleted, as long as it does not personally identify you. Once the retention period ends, Personal Information is deleted, after which rights such as access, erasure, rectification, and data portability are no longer enforceable.
Our Website and Services may use third-party analytics tools that use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to collect data on internet activity and usage. This data is used to compile statistical reports on aspects such as visit frequency and duration on specific pages. We utilize the insights gained to monitor and enhance our Website and Services. We do not use analytics tools to collect personally identifiable information, nor do we link data from reports to individual Users.
Some browsers offer a Do Not Track option, signaling websites that you prefer not to be tracked. Tracking in this context refers to collecting personally identifiable information across different websites over time. As the communication of Do Not Track signals varies among browsers, our Website and Services currently do not respond to these signals. However, as outlined in this Policy, we limit the use and collection of your Personal Information. For more details on Do Not Track protocols, visit internetcookies.com.
Our Website and Services may incorporate social media features, such as buttons for Facebook and Instagram, or “Share This” options (collectively, “Social Media Features”). These features may collect your IP address, the page you’re visiting, and may set a cookie to enable them to function properly. Social Media Features are either hosted by their providers or directly on our Website. Your interactions with these features are subject to the privacy policies of the respective providers.
We provide electronic newsletters that you may subscribe to at any time. We keep your e-mail address confidential and will not disclose it to third parties except as outlined in our information processing section. We maintain e-mail data in line with applicable laws. Per the CAN-SPAM Act, all e-mails clearly state the sender’s information and how to contact them. You may opt out of newsletters or marketing e-mails by following the unsubscribe instructions in these e-mails or by contacting us. However, you will continue to receive essential transactional e-mails.
We offer optional push notifications. To send notifications to the correct devices, we use a third-party provider, relying on a device token unique to your device, issued by your device’s operating system. This token list does not reveal your identity, device ID, or contact information to us or the provider. If you wish to stop receiving push notifications, you can adjust your device settings accordingly.
Our Website and Services may link to resources not owned or controlled by us. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these resources or third parties. We recommend that you review the privacy statements of each resource that may collect Personal Information.
We secure the information you provide on protected servers in a controlled environment to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect Personal Information in our custody. However, we cannot guarantee data transmission security over the Internet.
While we strive to protect your Personal Information, please recognize that (i) there are security and privacy limitations on the Internet beyond our control; (ii) we cannot guarantee the security, integrity, and privacy of information exchanged with the Website and Services; and (iii) data may be accessed or tampered with in transit by third parties.
Since the security of Personal Information partly depends on the security of the device you use to communicate with us and the measures you take to protect your credentials, please take appropriate precautions.
If we become aware of a security breach impacting the Website and Services or leading to the disclosure of Users’ Personal Information to unauthorized parties, we may take suitable steps, including investigation, reporting, and cooperating with law enforcement. If a breach poses a reasonable risk of harm or is legally required to be disclosed, we will notify affected individuals and post a notice on the Website or send an e-mail.
We reserve the right to modify this Policy or its terms regarding the Website and Services at any time. We will notify you by e-mail when changes are made, and may provide additional notice through your contact information. The revised Policy will be effective immediately upon posting unless otherwise specified. Your continued use of the Website and Services after the updated Policy’s effective date will signify your consent to the changes. We will not use your Personal Information differently than originally disclosed without your consent.
You acknowledge that you have reviewed this Policy and agree to its terms. By accessing and using the Website and Services and submitting your information, you accept this Policy. If you do not agree to follow the terms, you are not authorized to access or use the Website and Services.
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Policy or your Personal Information, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns as quickly as possible and within the timeframes required by applicable data protection laws.