PRIVACY AND PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY

Effective Date: April 5, 2022

This Privacy and Personal Data Protection Policy (“Policy”) sets out the principles and procedures governing the processing of personal data of users of the website https://dikelaw.com.tr (“Site”), operated by Dike Law Consultancy & Mediation. The processing activities are carried out in accordance with the Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (“KVKK”), its secondary legislation, and other applicable regulations.

Dike Legal Consultancy & Mediation (“Dike Law”) places high importance on the protection of personal data and the safeguarding of individuals’ fundamental rights and freedoms. As the data controller, Dike Law conducts all personal data processing activities—including transfer, storage, and disposal—in line with this Policy.

1. Data Controller Information

Data Controller: Dike Law Consultancy & Mediation

E-mail: info@dikelaw.com.tr

2. Collected Personal Data

During your visits and use of the Site, the following personal data may be collected:

Device and processor information
IP address
Browser type and language
On-site navigation and transaction history (log records)

The collected data is processed in accordance with the principles and conditions set forth in the Law on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK).

3. Purposes of Personal Data Processing

Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:

Ensuring the security of the Site and preventing malicious use
Improving and enhancing the user experience on the Site
Conducting communication-related activities
Comply with legal obligations
Handling requests and complaints
Planning and executing service delivery processes

Dike Law does not process or transfer your personal data for purposes other than those listed above, without your explicit consent.

4. Transfer of Personal Data

Your personal data may be transferred to:

Authorised public institutions and organisations
Infrastructure service providers (such as Cloudflare, DigitalOcean)
Analytics service providers (such as Google Analytics)

Such transfers are conducted strictly within the framework of Articles 8 and 9 of the Law on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK), and only to the extent necessary.

In cases where personal data is to be transferred abroad, the provisions of Article 9 of the KVKK shall apply. No transfer of personal data abroad will be made without your explicit consent.

5. Method of Personal Data Collection and Legal Basis

We collect your personal data electronically, through automated or non-automated means, when you visit the Site and use our services.

The processing of your data is based on the following legal grounds under Article 5/2 of Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK):

Article 5/2(c): necessary for the establishment or performance of a contract,
Article 5/2(e): necessary for the establishment, exercise, or protection of a right,
Article 5/2(f): necessary for the legitimate interests pursued by the data controller, provided that this processing shall not violate the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, ensure security, and perform statistical analysis.

Users can restrict or block the use of cookies through their browser settings. However, if you choose to limit the use of cookies, some functionalities of the Site may not be fully available to you.

7. Measures for Data Security

Dike Law implements administrative and technical measures to ensure the security of personal data. These measures are designed to protect against data loss, unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure. All relevant systems are regularly updated to maintain data protection.

8. Rights of the Data Subject Under the KVKK

Pursuant to Article 11 of the Law on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK), you have the right to:

Learn whether your personal data is being processed,
Request information if your personal data has been processed,
Learn the purpose of processing and whether it is being used in accordance with that purpose,
Know the third parties to whom your personal data is transferred domestically or abroad,
Request the correction of personal data if it is incomplete or incorrectly processed,
Request the deletion or destruction of personal data under Article 7 of the KVKK,
Request that the actions taken be notified to third parties to whom the personal data was transferred.
Object to a result arising against you due to the analysis of personal data exclusively through automated systems,
Request compensation for damages if you suffer harm due to the unlawful processing of your personal data.

9. Amendments

Dike Law reserves the right to update this Policy in line with changes in legislation or personal data processing activities. The updated provisions shall enter into force as of the date they are published on the Site.

10. Disclaimer

The content of the Site is intended for general informational purposes only and does not, under any circumstances, constitute legal advice. Users acknowledge that the information provided on the Site is not sufficient on its own, and that they must obtain professional legal advice based on the specifics of their individual case.

By continuing to use the Site after reading the provisions of this Privacy and Personal Data Protection Policy, you acknowledge and declare that you accept its content.