Privacy and Data Use Agreement/Policy
1. PARTIES
This Privacy and Data Use Agreement (“Agreement”) is concluded between the Buzlancer Platform Company Name: Petrichor Pazarlama ve Perakende Hizmetleri A.Ş. (“Platform”) and the user who registers on the platform (“User”).
Last Updated: 26.04.2025
1-A. WHO WE ARE
Website: http://buzlancer.com
Company Name: Petrichor Pazarlama ve Perakende Hizmetleri A.Ş.
Registered Address: Ataturk Mah. Ertugrul Gazi Sok. METROPOL ISTANBUL A Blok Apt. No 2E Kat 21 Daire 331, Atasehir 34758 ISTANBUL, TURKIYE
Email: support@buzlancer.com
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Company Tax ID / MERSIS No: 7291187179
This Privacy and Data Protection Policy has been prepared in compliance with the Turkish Law on the Protection of Personal Data No. 6698 (“KVKK”) and the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) of the European Union. It aims to inform you on how your personal data is collected, processed, stored, shared, and protected by our platform.
2. DEFINITIONS
- Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
- Processing of Personal Data: Any operation performed on personal data such as collection, storage, alteration, sharing, or deletion.
- Data Controller: Petrichor Pazarlama ve Perakende Hizmetleri A.Ş., who determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data.
- Data Subject/User: A natural person whose personal data is processed by us, either as a freelancer, client, visitor, or platform user.
3. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
We process personal data in accordance with the following legal bases:
- Your explicit consent, when required
- Processing necessary for the performance of a contract
- Compliance with our legal obligations
- Legitimate interest, provided it does not harm fundamental rights
- Public interest or protection of a legal right
4. WHAT PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT
We may collect:
- Identity and contact data: Name, email, phone number, personnal work experience
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, cookies, logs
- Transactional data: Purchases, billing information
- Profile and usage data: Comments, service preferences, login records
- Visual/audio data: Files uploaded by users
5. HOW WE COLLECT PERSONAL DATA
We collect data directly:
- During account creation
- Through contact forms, surveys, job submissions
- Through cookies and similar tracking technologies
6. PURPOSES OF PROCESSING
We process your data to:
- Provide, operate, and improve our services
- Create and manage user accounts
- Fulfill our legal obligations
- Communicate with users
- Provide support services
- Conduct marketing, analytics, and performance monitoring
- Maintain system security and prevent fraud
7. COOKIES AND ANALYTICS
We use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze platform performance. By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies unless otherwise configured. Users may change their browser settings to manage cookies. We may also use analytics tools like Google Analytics.
8. SHARING OF PERSONAL DATA
We do not sell your data. However, we may share it with:
- Hosting and cloud storage providers
- Legal advisors and service providers
- Payment processing providers
- Regulatory and law enforcement authorities (when legally required)
9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Where data is transferred outside the TR and/or EU, we ensure protection via:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Adequate safeguards as defined under GDPR
- Explicit consent where necessary
10. RETENTION OF PERSONAL DATA
We retain data as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law:
- Contact form entries: 6 months
- Account data: Until user requests deletion
- Legal/financial records: 10 years (per regulation)
11. USER RIGHTS
Under KVKK and GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data
- Request correction, update or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Know for what purposes their data is used.
You can submit requests by emailing: support@buzlancer.com
12. DATA SECURITY MEASURES
The platform uses advanced encryption techniques and security protocols for the security of data.
- SSL encryption
- Two-factor authentication (optional)
- Restricted access and authorization systems
- Regular data audits and staff training
13. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION
In the event of a data breach, we:
- Notify affected individuals and authorities within 72 hours (if applicable)
- Take corrective measures and conduct internal investigation
14. AUTOMATED DECISIONS AND PROFILING
No significant decisions are made solely based on automated processing. Where used, profiling is for service personalization and is transparent.
15. POLICY UPDATES
The platform reserves the right to make changes to this agreement.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically.
Updates and/or changes will be posted on this page and take effect upon publication. Users are encouraged to review this page regularly.
16. CONTACT
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact:
Data Controller: Petrichor Pazarlama ve Perakende Hizmetleri A.Ş.
Email: support@buzlancer.com
Address: Ataturk Mah. Ertugrul Gazi Sok. METROPOL ISTANBUL A Blok Apt. No 2E Kat 21 Daire 331, Atasehir 34758 ISTANBUL, TURKIYE
17. Retention Period of Data
User data is stored for as long as the membership of the Platform continues. When the membership is terminated, all data is deleted, except for legal obligations.