Privacy Policy for DiscoverTurkiye.net
Effective Date: [04-04-2025]
Welcome to DiscoverTurkiye.net. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit or interact with our website.
1. Who We Are
DiscoverTurkiye.net is a travel-focused blog dedicated to showcasing the historical, cultural, and natural destinations of Turkiye. This website is owned and operated by [Your Name or Company Name, Optional].
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information (only if submitted voluntarily):
- Name and email address (via contact forms or newsletter signups)
b) Non-Personal Information:
- IP address
- Browser type and device
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
3. How We Collect Data
We use the following methods:
- Google Analytics (anonymous usage data)
- Contact forms (for inquiries)
- Newsletter forms (via Mailchimp or similar, if applicable)
- Cookies (see our Cookie Policy)
4. Why We Collect Your Data
We collect your data to:
- Improve the website experience
- Analyse traffic and content performance
- Respond to contact messages
- Send newsletters or updates (only if you subscribe)
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or trade your personal information.
We may share data with trusted third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Email platforms) solely to improve services.
6. Your Rights (GDPR & UK-GDPR)
If you are located in the EU or UK, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To make a request, contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Security
We take data protection seriously and implement reasonable measures (e.g., HTTPS encryption, secure email forms) to protect your information.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.
10. Children’s Privacy
This site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at:
📧 [email protected]