Cookie Policy
(“Cookie Information Notice”)
In accordance with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (“Law”), published in the Official Gazette dated April 7, 2016 and numbered 29677, the Communiqué on the Procedures and Principles to be Followed in Fulfilling the Obligation to Inform, published in the Official Gazette dated March 10, 2018 and numbered 30356 (“Communiqué”), and the relevant legislation, AICH-MAKALSAN (“AICH-MAKALSAN” or “Company”), as the data controller, would like to inform our valued customers through this Cookie Information Notice about the cookies and applications we use while providing services through the website www.aich-makalsan.com.tr (“Site”) and the personal data processed through them.
Your Personal Data Processed Through Cookies
The Site uses cookies. By using the AICH-MAKALSAN Site, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies.
When you visit the Site via mobile or web, information that allows the identification of your device may be stored in your internet browser or hard drive in the form of cookies or similar files for the purposes stated below.
The Site uses session cookies and persistent cookies, as well as mandatory, functional, and analytical cookies. You may refuse or delete cookies by following the instructions provided in your browser’s “help” section. However, in this case, you may not be able to access all functions of the website and mobile application, or your access may be limited.
Cookies are not used for purposes other than those specified in this Cookie Information Notice. Your personal data obtained through cookies is processed, stored, and secured by AICH-MAKALSAN in accordance with the Law and relevant legislation, and necessary administrative and technical measures are taken in this regard.
Purpose of Using Cookies
As AICH-MAKALSAN, we use cookies for the following purposes:
- To perform quality control and improve service quality,
- To determine how the Site is used, including identifying where and which devices are used to access the Site, what content is viewed, and the duration of visits,
- To verify the identity information of users making purchases through the Site,
- To record address and other necessary information for communication,
- To organize records and documents and provide information to public authorities when required by law,
- To provide a better shopping experience to AICH-MAKALSAN customers by informing them about products, campaigns, promotions, discounts, offers, events, and opportunities tailored to their interests,
- To conduct various marketing and advertising activities, including surveys via electronic and/or physical means through contracted organizations,
- To improve the performance, functionality, and usability of the Site and ensure its proper operation,
- To fulfill legal obligations under applicable laws and exercise our legal rights.
Types of Cookies We Use
The types of cookies used by AICH-MAKALSAN and their purposes are as follows:
Session Cookies: Cookies that remain active until you close your browser,
Persistent Cookies: Cookies stored in your browser that remain valid until deleted or until their expiration date,
Mandatory Cookies: Cookies necessary for the proper functioning of the Site and for you to benefit from its features and services,
Functional and Analytical Cookies: Cookies that remember your behavior and preferences during your visit, optimize the Site according to your needs, and may include personal data regarding how you use the Site.
Storage and Access of Cookies
When you visit the Site via mobile or web, information that allows the identification of your device may be stored on your internet browser or hard drive in the form of cookies or similar files.
You can configure your browser to block cookies for all or specific sites, notify you when a cookie is created, block third-party cookies, or treat all cookies as session cookies.
The use of cookies is not mandatory to use the Site; however, if you set your browser to block all cookies, the quality of your user experience may decrease. Similarly, blocking cookies may prevent you from accessing the Site or benefiting from certain features.
You can allow or refuse cookies using the following methods:
- By clicking the “lock icon” in the address bar of your Google browser and managing cookies under the “Cookies” tab,
- By accessing the “Tools” section in your browser and managing cookie permissions under the security tab,
- By clicking “Open Menu” in Mozilla Firefox, selecting “Options,” and managing cookies under “Privacy & Security,”
- By accessing the “Preferences” section in Opera and managing cookies under “Advanced,”
- By going to “Settings” on your Safari mobile device, selecting “Safari,” and managing cookies under “Privacy & Security.”
What Are Your Rights Under Article 11 of the Law?
As personal data owners, pursuant to Article 11 of the Law, you have the right to:
- Learn whether your personal data is processed,
- Request information if your personal data has been processed,
- Learn the purpose of processing and whether it is used in accordance with that purpose,
- Know the third parties to whom your data is transferred domestically or abroad,
- Request correction if your personal data is incomplete or incorrectly processed,
- Request deletion or destruction of your personal data if the reasons for processing no longer exist,
- Object to the occurrence of a result against you through automated analysis of your data,
- Request compensation if you suffer damage due to unlawful processing of your personal data.
As personal data owners, you may submit your requests regarding your rights by sending an email to the address specified under the “Identity of the Data Controller” section in the Customer Disclosure Text or by post to the company address, in accordance with the procedure and including your identification details. AICH-MAKALSAN will respond to your request as soon as possible and within thirty (30) days at the latest, free of charge; however, if the process requires an additional cost, a fee determined by the Personal Data Protection Board may be charged.
This Cookie Information Notice may be updated in order to comply with changing processes and the Law. As AICH-MAKALSAN, we may discontinue the use of cookies, change their types or functions, or add new cookies to the Site. We recommend that you regularly visit our Site to stay informed about any updates.
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