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/](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 name, email address, and comment content.
The visitor’s IP address and browser user agent information are also collected for security and spam prevention.
An anonymized string (hash) generated from the email address may be shared with Automattic (Gravatar service) to verify usage. After approval, the profile image may be publicly visible.
3.2 Media
Users should avoid uploading images containing embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Parknes is not responsible for personal data in uploaded media.
3.3 Cookies
The Website uses cookies to enhance user experience.
* Comment cookies may store name, email, and website for 1 year.
* Temporary cookies check browser compatibility.
* Login and preference cookies may be stored for session management.
* Additional cookies may be used during editing/publishing.
Users can disable cookies via browser settings, but some features may not work properly.
4. Embedded Third-Party Content
The Website may include embedded content from third-party platforms. These behave as if the user visited the external site directly.
Parknes is not responsible for third-party data processing. These services may collect data and use cookies independently.
5. Sharing of Personal Data
Parknes does not sell or rent personal data. Data may only be shared when:
* required by law
* necessary for service execution
* user explicitly consents
For password resets, IP address may be included for security.
6. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary.
* Comments may be stored indefinitely for moderation.
* User account data may be deleted upon request unless legally required.
7. Data Subject Rights
Users have the right to:
* access their data
* correct inaccurate data
* request deletion or anonymization
* restrict processing
* object to processing
* request data portability
Requests can be submitted via contact information below.
8. Data Security
Appropriate technical and organizational measures are applied to protect data.
However, no internet transmission is fully secure.
9. International Data Transfers
Data may be transferred to third-party providers outside the user’s country in compliance with legal requirements.
10. Amendments
This Privacy Policy may be updated at any time. Changes become effective upon publication.
11. Contact
Parknes
[https://www.parknes.com/](https://www.parknes.com/)