Privacy Policy

When using our website, the following types of data may be collected:

• Automatically Collected Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, page view durations, click data and site navigation information.
• Voluntarily Provided Data: The name, e-mail address and message content you provide through the contact forms.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Cookies used to improve the site experience and for analytics purposes.

The collected data is used for the following purposes:

• Analysing website performance and improving the user experience
• To detect errors within the site and take security measures
• To understand user behaviour and optimise content
• To respond to your contact requests
• Fulfilling our legal obligations

On our website, in order to analyse the user experience and improve site performance, Microsoft Clarity analytics tool is used. Clarity is a web analytics service provided by Microsoft Corporation.

3.1. Data Collected

The following types of data are collected via Microsoft Clarity:

• Session Replay: Mouse movements, clicks, scrolling behaviour and page interactions on the site are recorded. These recordings help us understand how users use the site.
• Heatmap: The frequency of clicks and scrolls on pages is visualised. This data shows which sections attract the most interest.
• Behavior Metrics: Page view durations, bounce rates, conversion metrics and user flows are analysed.
• Device and Browser Information: Technical information such as device type, operating system, browser type and version, and screen resolution is collected.
• Anonymized IP Address: IP addresses are stored anonymised. Geolocation information may be kept at a general level (country/city).
• URL and Page Information: Visited pages, URLs and page titles are recorded.

3.2. Purposes of Use

Microsoft Clarity data is used for the following purposes:

• Site Improvement and Optimisation: To improve the user experience, identify problem areas and optimise site navigation.
• Safety: To detect suspicious activity and maintain site security.
• Marketing and Analytics: To improve content strategies, understand user preferences and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
• Performance Monitoring: To monitor page load times, error rates and technical performance metrics.

3.3. Data Retention and Sharing

Microsoft Clarity data is stored on Microsoft Corporation's servers. The data is processed under Microsoft's Privacy Notice. The data is not shared with third parties except for legal obligations.

3.4. Cookie Consent

Microsoft Clarity uses analytics cookies. These cookies are only loaded and activated if users accept "Analytics/Performance" cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time.

3.5. Microsoft Privacy Statement

For more detailed information about Microsoft Clarity's data processing practices, you can review Microsoft Privacy Statement.

The following types of cookies are used on our website:

• Essential Cookies: Cookies required for site functionality. Without these cookies, the site will not work properly.
• Analytics/Performance Cookies: Cookies used to analyse site usage (including Microsoft Clarity). These cookies are loaded only with your consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences from your browser settings or the cookie banner on the site.

Our website contains referral links to fishing equipment and products through Admitad and other affiliate programs.

5.1. Data Collected

• IP address on clicks by being hashed irreversibly is stored (SHA-256, with a daily-changing salt).
• Personal data (name, e-mail, location coordinates) is not collected or stored.
• Context information such as the click source (page, placement) and product category is kept.

5.2. Purpose of Use

This data is used only to measure affiliate program performance and to improve the content. It is not shared with third parties.

We take technical and administrative measures to ensure the security of your personal data. Your data is protected against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.

Under KVKK and GDPR you have the following rights:

• To learn whether your personal data is being processed
• To request information about your processed personal data
• To learn the purpose of processing your personal data and whether it is used in accordance with that purpose
• To know the third parties to whom your personal data is transferred, domestically or abroad
• To request the correction of your personal data if it has been processed incompletely or incorrectly
• To request the erasure or destruction of your personal data
• To object to a result being reached against the person that arises solely from the analysis of the processed data by automated systems
• To claim compensation for damage in the event that you suffer harm due to the unlawful processing of your personal data

To exercise your rights, you can contact us via our contact page.

This privacy policy may be updated due to changes in legal regulations or site updates. In case of significant changes, we will inform our users. The current version will always be published on this page.

For questions about our privacy policy or data processing practices, you can contact us via our contact page.

Email: info@baliktahmini.com