As Dr. Ceyhun Aydoğan, I value the privacy of visitors to my website https://www.ceyhunaydogan.com/tr/ and the protection of their personal data. In order to offer a better user experience, I process personal data and use cookies.
This Cookie Usage Policy (“Policy”) explains the types of cookies used and the conditions under which they are used for all website visitors and users.
I. What is a Cookie and What Purposes Are They Used For?
A cookie is a small data storage file saved on your computer, mobile phones, tablets, or other mobile devices by websites you access. This file stores information related to your website browsing activity, so the device remembers your data the next time you visit the website.
Therefore, cookies are necessary and important for you to use the website effectively and easily. Cookies are also used to offer more suitable services, products, or offers on the website and third-party websites.
The main purposes of using cookies are:
- To obtain certain technical data necessary for the effective use of the website.
- To gather information regarding your preferences and browsing habits on the website.
- To collect your personal data, such as your IP address, to fulfill legal and contractual obligations, especially those derived from Law No. 5651 on the Regulation of Publications on the Internet and the Fight Against Crimes Committed by Means of Such Publications.
II. What Types of Data Do We Process with Cookies?
Depending on their type, cookies generally collect data related to your browsing and usage preferences on the device you access the website from.
This data includes the pages you visit, the services and products you view, and all information about your browsing activities on the website.
III. What Types of Cookies Do We Use and How?
We use different types of cookies on the website. These include necessary cookies, functional cookies, analytical/performance cookies, and targeting/advertising cookies, which are used to ensure the website functions properly.
Types of Cookies Based on Usage:
- Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website. These cookies are needed to manage the system, and if blocked, the website will not function.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies are used to provide you with a more advanced and easier user experience. For example, they help remember your previous preferences and ensure easy access to some content on the website. You can block the use of these cookies upon your request.
- Analytical/Performance Cookies: These cookies allow us to analyze how the website operates and interacts with you, helping us improve the website. You can block the use of these cookies upon your request.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to offer content that might interest you, including advertisements. You can block the use of these cookies, but this will not completely block advertisements; it will only show general content rather than personalized ads.
Cookies by Party:
Cookies can be either first-party or third-party cookies, depending on who places the cookie on the page or domain.
- First-party cookies are placed by the website the user visits directly.
- Third-party cookies are placed by a different party than the website the user is visiting.
Types of Cookies Based on Storage Duration:
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your computer until a specific date or until you delete them. These cookies are typically used to measure users’ movements and preferences on the site.
- Session Cookies: These cookies are used to divide the user’s visit into sessions and do not collect data from the user. The cookie is deleted once the user closes the web page or remains inactive for a certain period.
Cookies Used on Our Site:
- Google Analytics: This website uses Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use the site. Google stores the data collected via cookies (including your IP address) on its servers in the USA and uses this data to evaluate site usage, prepare reports on website activity, and provide other services. Google may share this information with third parties as required by law, but your IP address will not be combined with other Google data. You can reject the use of cookies via your browser settings, but in this case, you may not be able to use the site fully. By using this site, you consent to your data being processed by Google for the purposes specified.
- ComScore Cookies: This website uses ComScore’s internet analysis services. ComScore uses cookies to analyze site usage, and this data (including your IP address) is processed on servers in the USA. ComScore uses this information to generate site activity reports and provide internet usage services. ComScore may share this information with third parties due to legal obligations, but your IP address will not be combined with other ComScore data. You can reject the use of cookies via your browser settings, but this may limit your access to the site’s full functionality. By using this site, you consent to your data being processed by ComScore.
Legal Reasons for Processing Personal Data with Cookies
- Necessary Cookies: Used to fulfill a request for an information society service (e.g., logging in, filling out forms, remembering privacy preferences, measuring website traffic). The personal data collected via these cookies are processed under Article 5(2)(c) of the Law, which allows the processing of personal data if directly related to the performance of a contract, or under Article 5(2)(f), which allows processing based on legitimate interests without harming the rights and freedoms of the data subject.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Used by our partners to create a profile based on your interests and show you relevant advertisements. The personal data collected through these cookies is processed based on your explicit consent, according to Article 5(1) of the Law.
- Functional Cookies: Used to personalize and make our website more functional (except for privacy preferences) by remembering your settings when you return to the site. The personal data collected via these cookies is processed based on your explicit consent according to Article 5(1) of the Law.
How to Block the Use of Cookies?
The use of cookies helps us provide better services. However, if you wish, you can block the use of cookies. Please note that blocking cookies may prevent the site from functioning properly, and you may not be able to use all the features of the site.
Users can manage the use of cookies and prevent their storage by changing the settings in their browsers. Below are links to cookie management settings for various browsers:
- Google Chrome: Click here
- Internet Explorer: Click here
- Mozilla Firefox: Click here
- Opera: Click here
- Safari: Click here
- Microsoft Edge: Click here
Contact Us
For any questions or feedback regarding this policy, you can contact us via the following phone number and/or KEP address:
📞 Phone: +90 533 564 13 16
📧 KEP Address: ……..@hs01.kep.tr