Data Controller
This Privacy Policy explains our policies, as Çelik & Partners Law Firm, regarding the protection and processing of personal data within the framework of the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK") and the relevant legislation. As the data controller, we provide our services from our office located in Ankara and carry out our data processing activities within this scope.
Personal Data Collected
The following personal data are processed within the scope of our services:
- Identity information (first name, surname, Turkish ID number, etc.)
- Contact information (address, telephone number, e-mail address, etc.)
- Financial information (bank account number, IBAN, etc.)
- Legal transaction information
- Digital traces (cookies, IP address, etc.)
Purposes of Processing
Your personal data may be processed for the following purposes:
- Provision of legal services
- Customer relationship management
- Carrying out financial transactions
- Conducting communication activities
- Fulfilment of legal obligations
Legal Grounds
Your personal data are processed on the basis of the legal grounds set out in Articles 5 and 6 of the KVKK. These grounds include the performance of a contract, the fulfilment of a legal obligation, the legitimate interest of the data controller, or your explicit consent.
Data Transfer
In cases provided for by law, your personal data may be shared with our business partners, service providers and authorised public institutions located both within Turkey and abroad.
Retention Periods
The personal data collected are retained for as long as required by the purposes of processing or in accordance with the statutory limitation periods set out in the relevant legislation. When the retention period expires, your data will be deleted, destroyed or anonymised.
Data Security
Appropriate technical and administrative measures are taken to ensure the security of your personal data. Our systems are regularly audited and updated against data breaches.
Rights of the Data Subject
Pursuant to Article 11 of the KVKK, you may exercise the following rights by applying to the data controller in relation to your personal data:
- To learn whether your personal data are being processed
- To request information regarding processing activities
- To learn the purpose of the processing
- To request the correction of incomplete or incorrectly processed data
- To request the deletion or destruction of your data
- To request compensation for damages in the event that the processing is unlawful
Methods of Application
To exercise your rights, please contact us via our e-mail address kvkk@hukuksiteleri.com. Your applications will be reviewed and concluded as soon as possible.