Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines the principles governing the collection, use, processing, and protection of personal data obtained through the website operated by Parknes, accessible at https://www.parknes.com/ (the “Website”).

By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, including the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (“KVKK”), Parknes shall act as the data controller.

3. Collection of Personal Data

3.1 Comments

When visitors leave comments on the Website, Parknes collects the data provided in the comment form, including but not limited to name, email address, and content of the comment.

Additionally, the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent information are collected for the purposes of ensuring security and preventing spam or abusive activities.

An anonymized string (hash) generated from the visitor’s email address may be shared with the Automattic (Gravatar service) solely to verify whether the user utilizes such service. Upon approval of a comment, the user’s profile image may become publicly visible.

3.2 Media

Users who upload images to the Website are advised to refrain from including embedded location data (such as EXIF GPS data). Parknes shall not be held responsible for any personal data contained within uploaded media.

3.3 Cookies

The Website uses cookies to enhance user experience and ensure proper functionality.

  • Users may consent to the storage of their name, email address, and website details in cookies for convenience when submitting comments. Such cookies remain valid for one (1) year.
  • Temporary cookies may be used to determine browser compatibility and are deleted upon closing the browser.
  • Login cookies and user preference cookies may be stored for session management and personalization purposes.
  • Additional cookies may be generated during content editing or publishing activities.

Users may manage or disable cookies through their browser settings; however, certain functionalities of the Website may be affected.

4. Embedded Third-Party Content

The Website may include embedded content (such as videos, images, or articles) from third-party platforms. Such content operates as if the user has directly visited the respective third-party website.

Parknes does not control such third-party services and shall not be held responsible for their data processing practices. These third parties may collect data, use cookies, and track user interactions independently.

5. Sharing of Personal Data

Parknes does not sell, rent, or otherwise disclose personal data to third parties, except where:

  • required by applicable law,
  • necessary for the performance of a service,
  • or explicitly consented to by the user.

In the case of password reset requests, the user’s IP address may be included in the corresponding email for security purposes.

6. Data Retention

Personal data shall be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, administrative, and security requirements.

  • Comments and associated metadata may be retained indefinitely to facilitate automated moderation.
  • Registered user data (if applicable) shall be stored for the duration of the user’s account and may be deleted upon request, subject to legal obligations.

7. Data Subject Rights

Pursuant to applicable data protection laws, including KVKK, users have the right to:

  • request access to their personal data,
  • request correction or updating of inaccurate data,
  • request deletion or anonymization of their personal data,
  • request restriction of processing,
  • object to processing under certain circumstances,
  • request a copy of their data in a structured format.

Such requests may be submitted via the contact details provided below.

8. Data Security

Parknes implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as completely secure.

9. International Data Transfers

Where necessary, personal data may be processed or transferred to third-party service providers located outside the user’s jurisdiction, in compliance with applicable legal requirements and safeguards.

10. Amendments

Parknes reserves the right to amend or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes shall become effective upon publication on the Website.

Users are encouraged to review this Policy periodically.

11. Contact

For any questions, requests, or notices regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact:

Parknes
https://www.parknes.com/

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