1. Data controller

We, IEYP TURKEY (hereinafter referred to as "we"), will inform you about the use of Cookies, Tracking Tools and Social Media Plugins on our websites.

2. Definition

We use "Cookies" on our websites. Cookies are small text files that are transferred to your computer's or mobile device's hard drive from our website and stored there when you visit our website. This will record your actions and preferred settings during your browser session or for your next visit to our website. When you revisit our website, this information will be sent back to the server. This automatically recognizes your computer or mobile device and loads, for example, your preferred settings. This offers the advantage that you do not have to set them each time you visit our website. We may use Cookies to track your preferences and statistically evaluate usage data for our websites to develop our offers, online visibility and advertisements according to your content, graphics and technology needs. We may use techniques such as pixels and conversion tracking on our websites. For consistency, all of these techniques will be referred to as Cookies from now on.

2.1. Types of Cookies

We use various cookies on our websites:

First-Party Cookies: We use cookies placed by us and under our control.
Third-Party Cookies: Third-party cookies are also used on our websites. We may not know all the third parties who place cookies on our websites, and we may not be aware of all the cookies placed by third parties on our websites. Except for the analytical cookies we use to evaluate our websites, the use of these third-party cookies is not tracked.

2.2. Storage Time

Cookies are stored for different periods:

Session Cookies: Session cookies are only stored for the duration of your visit to our website, so cookies are used during your current visit to one of our websites or a browser session.
Persistent Cookies: Persistent cookies are stored on your computer's or mobile device's hard drive beyond your visits to our website or a browser session. This enables us to recognize you on your next visit to our website and make it easier for you to use our website.

2.3. Purposes

Cookies are used for the following purposes:

Performing specific functions of the website: The cookies used enable our website to process certain "convenient" functions by automatically recognizing your browser.
Analysis and statistics: The use of cookies allows us to observe how many visitors have visited our website and how they behave on our website, including which functions they use, among other things. Additionally, cookies can collect information for statistical purposes.
Advertising/(Remarketing) marketing: Additionally, (third-party) advertising or marketing cookies are also present on our website. They help us customize the display of content according to your preferences and show ads on partner websites.

3. Information on cookies used on our websites

In the following sections, more information will be provided about the cookies used on our websites.

3.1. Necessary Cookies

Cookies that enable our websites to function properly are used on our websites. The cookies in question are used for the following purposes:

Saving the permission status of cookies in the context of the domain name of the user
Saving whether the user has disabled JavaScript in their browser.
Storing preferences such as language, location, and search results to be displayed
Reading your browser settings so we can show our website on your screen in the most suitable way.
Loading websites equally to keep them accessible.
Optimizing our websites in real-time depending on how you use websites.

3.2. Analytical Cookies

Cookies that allow us to measure the use of our websites are used on our websites. Cookies are used for the following purposes:

Tracking the number of visitors to our website
Saving the unique digital identity used to create statistical data on how visitors use our websites.
Tracking the time each visitor spends on our website.
Optimizing our websites
Assessing which sections of our websites need improvement.

3.3. Social Media Cookies

We use cookies on our website to share our website content on social media, so that users on the chosen social media platform can directly share and like specific content on our website.

These social media channels may collect your personal data for their own purposes. For more information about the personal data collected and the cookies used by the social media parties, please review the privacy and cookie policies of the relevant responsible party:

https://en-gb.facebook.com/about/privacy (Facebook)
https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=gb (GooglePlus ve Youtube)
https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy (LinkedIn)
https://help.instagram.com/155833707900388 (Instagram)
https://policy.pinterest.com/de/privacy-policy (Pinterest)
https://privacy.xing.com/en (XING)
https://twitter.com/en/privacy (Twitter)
https://foursquare.com/legal/privacy (FourSquare)

3.4. Targeted Advertising Cookies

We use cookies on our website to display targeted ads and content. In order to tailor your information and advertisements to your interests and preferences, we try to gain an idea of your potential areas of interest based on your visits and browsing behavior on our website and other third-party websites. We profile your interests and then tailor the content and ads on our website for various customer groups.

Targeted advertising cookies are used for the following purposes:

To record and access your interests.
To track how many visitors click on advertisements.
To use third-party services that will show ads tailored to your needs, interests, or preferences.
To match multiple devices (e.g., phone, tablet, laptop) to a visitor if an ad on one device triggered an action on another device (“Cross-Device Tracking”)
To send customized marketing emails based on your interests.

4. Management & Deletion of Cookies and Withdrawal of Consent

When you visit our websites, a title informing you about the use of Cookies on our websites will appear. By clicking on the Close (X) button, you accept the use of Cookies on our websites.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by changing your browser settings, disabling Cookies and deleting pre-set Cookies.
If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding Third-Party Cookies, please contact the provider of the relevant Cookie. More information may be available in the data protection principles or Cookie notification of the relevant provider. Please use the links provided above to access this information.
Most browsers automatically accept the use of Cookies. You can use your browser settings to manage the use of Cookies. If you do not want Cookies to be automatically stored on your device, you can change your browser settings accordingly and disable Cookie settings. You can also choose when to be informed about the use of Cookies when a website uses them, via your browser settings. For details on how to change your browser settings, please refer to your browser's instructions or help functions.
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en
- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/de-de/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies
- Safari: https://help.apple.com/safari/mac/8.0/#/sfri11471
Please note that after disabling Cookies by changing your browser settings, you can still visit and use our website. However, under certain conditions, disabling Cookies may mean that you cannot fully use the functions of our website.

5. Disclaimer

We may make changes to this Cookie and Tracking Tool Policy from time to time. Changes may also be made to the terms of use of Cookies on our websites. We reserve the right to change the content of this policy at any time and without prior notice. The new policies will be effective upon their publication. If you do not agree with our policies, you should always change your preferences via your browser settings. By continuing to access our websites or use our services after the changes take effect, you agree to be bound by the amended Cookie and Tracking Tool Policy. Please refer to this site for the latest version.

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