Privacy Policy

Overview

Türkiye Sualtı Rehberi (“Site”) processes personal data of visitors and members in line with applicable law, including Türkiye’s Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) where it applies.

This policy summarizes what data we collect, why we use it, and your rights.

Data controller

The data controller is the operator of Türkiye Sualtı Rehberi. For privacy requests, use the email on the Contact page.

Data we collect

When you register: name, email, password (hashed), preferred language, and role.

When you use the site: favorites, reviews, business claim records, and profile content you submit.

In listings: contact, address, descriptions, and images entered by businesses or from public sources.

Technical data: IP address, browser type, session cookies, and security logs.

Purposes

To provide the service, manage your account, and run search and listing features.

To prevent abuse, maintain security, and meet legal obligations.

To respond to contact requests and process corrections.

Legal basis and sharing

We process data based on contract performance, legitimate interests, and consent where required.

We may share data with hosting, email, and backup providers only as needed to run the service; cross-border transfers follow applicable safeguards.

Retention

We keep data while your account is active and as required by law. On deletion requests, we delete or anonymize within a reasonable time unless retention is legally required.

Your rights

You may request access, correction, deletion, or object to processing under applicable law.

Contact us via the Contact page; we may ask for information to verify your identity.

Cookies

Session and preference cookies may be used for the site to function. You can restrict cookies in your browser; some features may not work.

Changes

We may update this policy; the date above will change for material updates. Continued use means you accept the current text.