Privacy Policy
As İrem Yıldırım Sole Proprietorship (hereinafter referred to as “THE AYN”), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our members who use our website, ensuring they benefit from our services in a safe and complete manner. Accordingly, this THE AYN Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as “Policy”) has been prepared to ensure that the personal data of our members is processed in full compliance with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (hereinafter referred to as “Law”) and to inform our users in this regard. The theayntr.com Cookie Policy constitutes an integral part of this Policy.
The purpose of this Policy is to determine the terms and conditions regarding the use of personal data shared by members/visitors/users (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Data Subjects”) with THE AYN, or personal data generated by THE AYN during the use of the theayntr.com website and related web and mobile applications (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Platform”).
What Data Is Processed?
The categories of personal data processed by THE AYN, which are considered “personal data” under the Law, are listed below. Unless expressly stated otherwise, the term “personal data” within the scope of this Policy shall cover the following information:
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Identity Information
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Contact Information
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User Information
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User Transaction Information
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Transaction Security Information
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Financial Information
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Marketing Information
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Request/Complaint Management Information
According to Articles 3 and 7 of the Law, data that is irreversibly anonymized will not be considered personal data and processing activities related to such data are not subject to this Policy.
Purposes of Processing Personal Data
Personal data provided by Data Subjects may be processed by THE AYN for the following purposes: creating and maintaining membership records, enabling users to benefit from services offered through the Platform, detecting system errors and ensuring performance monitoring, improving the functioning of the Platform, providing maintenance and backup services, enabling the use of THE AYN products and services, customizing them according to user preferences and needs, planning and executing promotional activities, carrying out necessary business processes for THE AYN’s commercial activities, ensuring the legal, technical, and commercial security of THE AYN and its business partners, and planning and implementing THE AYN’s business strategies.
Personal Data Processed Based on Explicit Consent
With the explicit consent of the Data Subject, THE AYN may process data for the purposes of tracking user activities on the Platform to improve user experience, creating statistics, profiling, direct marketing and remarketing, generating personalized promotions, and communicating them to the Data Subject. Such data may also be used in advertising and marketing content and may be shared with the third parties specified below.
Transfer of Personal Data
THE AYN may transfer personal data of Data Subjects, and newly generated data derived from such personal data, to third parties from whom it procures services in order to achieve the purposes outlined in this Policy, limited to the provision of such services. To improve and personalize the user experience, ensure user security, detect fraudulent or unauthorized use, conduct operational evaluations, correct service errors, and achieve the purposes specified in this Policy, THE AYN may share data with third parties such as service providers (including SMS providers), hosting companies, law firms, research companies, and call centers.
Method and Legal Basis of Data Collection
Personal data is collected electronically through the Platform. Such data may be processed and transferred in accordance with the legal bases outlined above and the purposes set forth in Articles 5 and 6 of the Law and in this Policy.
Rights of Data Subjects
Pursuant to Article 11 of the Law, data subjects have the right to:
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Learn whether their personal data is being processed,
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Request information if their personal data has been processed,
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Learn the purpose of processing and whether it is being used in line with this purpose,
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Know the third parties to whom data is transferred domestically or abroad,
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Request correction of incomplete or inaccurate data and notification of such corrections to third parties,
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Request deletion or destruction of personal data when the reasons for processing no longer exist and request notification of such action to third parties,
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Object to results arising from automated processing,
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Claim compensation if they suffer damages due to unlawful processing of personal data.
Requests regarding these rights may be submitted to THE AYN through the methods specified in the Policy on the Protection of Personal Data available on the theayntr.com website. THE AYN will conclude such requests within 30 days. THE AYN reserves the right to charge fees based on the tariff determined by the Personal Data Protection Board, if applicable.
Cookie Policy
As THE AYN, we are committed to protecting the privacy of users of our Platform to ensure a safe and complete experience.
Like most websites, the theayntr.com website and mobile application (hereinafter referred to collectively as “Platform”) use cookies to display personalized content and ads, perform analytical activities within the site, and track visitor usage habits.
This Cookie Policy is an integral part of the theayntr.com Privacy Policy.
THE AYN has prepared this Cookie Policy to explain which cookies are used on the Platform and how users can manage their preferences regarding cookies. For more information on how your personal data is processed by THE AYN, please refer to our Privacy Policy at theayntr.com.
What Is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device or server via browsers by websites you visit. They are created by the servers associated with the websites you visit, enabling the server to recognize your device when you revisit the same site. Cookies do not contain personal data such as name, gender, or address.
Which Cookies Are Used?
Cookies may be categorized based on ownership, duration, and purpose:
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Ownership: First-party cookies (created by THE AYN) and third-party cookies (managed by partner companies).
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Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you leave the Platform) and persistent cookies (remain on your device for a set period).
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Purpose: Technical cookies, authentication cookies, targeting/advertising cookies, personalization cookies, and analytical cookies.
Why Are Cookies Used?
Cookies are used on the Platform for the following purposes:
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Enabling essential functions (e.g., preserving products in the shopping cart, keeping members logged in while browsing).
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Analyzing the Platform and improving performance (e.g., integration with servers, visitor counts, easier searches).
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Increasing functionality and user convenience (e.g., enabling social media sharing, remembering usernames and searches).
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Personalization, targeting, and advertising (e.g., showing ads related to previously viewed products or pages).
Managing Cookie Preferences
THE AYN values the ability of users to manage their personal data preferences. However, preferences cannot be managed for cookies strictly necessary for the functioning of the Platform. Disabling certain cookies may also affect the functionality of the Platform.
Users may manage their cookie preferences through browser settings. Depending on the browser, options may include blocking cookies, receiving warnings before cookies are used, or disabling specific cookies.
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To disable Google Analytics cookies, click here.
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To manage personalized ad settings by Google, click here.
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To manage ad cookies used by many companies, visit Your Online Choices.
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On mobile devices, cookie settings can be managed through device preferences.
Rights Regarding Cookies
Under Article 11 of the Law, visitors have the right to:
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Learn whether personal data is being processed,
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Request information if their data is processed,
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Learn the purpose of processing and whether it is used accordingly,
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Know third parties to whom data is transferred domestically or abroad,
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Request correction of incomplete or inaccurate data,
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Request deletion or destruction of data when reasons for processing no longer exist,
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Object to unfavorable results arising from automated processing,
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Claim compensation for damages caused by unlawful processing.
Requests regarding these rights may be submitted to THE AYN through the methods specified in the Policy on the Protection of Personal Data. THE AYN will conclude such requests within 30 days. While fees are generally not charged, THE AYN reserves the right to request fees based on the tariff set by the Personal Data Protection Board, if applicable.
Consent and Changes to the Privacy Policy
THE AYN aims to provide clear explanations regarding the scope and purposes of cookie usage and to inform users about their options. Closing the cookie notification banner and continuing to use the Platform will be deemed as consent to cookie usage. Cookie preferences can be changed at any time.
THE AYN reserves the right to amend the provisions of this Policy at any time. The updated Policy becomes effective upon publication on the Platform.