Cookie Disclosure

This Cookie Disclosure has been provided byEXPERT MİMARLIK MÜŞAVİRLİK MÜHENDİSLİK TAAHHÜT SANAYİ VE TİCARET LİMİTED ŞİRKETİ, acting as the data controller under the provisions of Article 10 of the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 and the guidelines outlined in the Communique on the Procedures and Principles for Fulfilling the Disclosure Obligation.

As Mimari Expert, we utilize both first-party and third-party cookies within certain sections of our website https://www.mimariexpert.com/ This Cookie Disclosure applies exclusively to the site operated by İlajak, and it defines how cookies are employed in accordance with the terms stated herein.

The primary objective of this disclosure is to inform you about the automated collection and processing of personal data through the placement of cookies on your device while browsing our website. We aim to clarify the purposes for which these cookies are used, the types of cookies employed, and the methods you can employ to manage these cookies. For cookies other than those categorized as mandatory, we obtain explicit consent from users visiting our website. Additionally, users are provided with the flexibility to modify their consent preferences at any time.

Through our cookie management panel, users have visibility into the various types of cookies utilized on our website and can establish their preferences as either "active" or "passive" for all non-mandatory cookies. Moreover, this panel offers users the flexibility to adjust their preferences as needed, empowering them with control over their cookie preferences.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files generated by a website and stored on your device, containing data in a name-value format. They enable the website you're visiting to save information on your device and utilize this data during your future visits. These cookies, which are created by a website, are saved within the web browser you're using to access the site. It's important to note that cookies don't contain personal information like names, genders, or home addresses of visitors. The information within cookies can only be accessed using the same web browser and exclusively by the website domain name https://www.mimariexpert.com/  which creates the relevant cookie.

In today's internet landscape, cookies have evolved to become an integral component of online technologies. Their primary functions include remembering the preferences of online visitors and recognizing their devices during connections. Nearly every website utilizes cookies as part of their functionality.

Who Sends Cookies and How?

Cookies are sent through the communication established between your internet browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.) on your device during your browsing and the website servers within İlajak.

Types of Cookies:

1. First Party Cookies:

• First-party cookies are directly placed on your device by the visited website or Mimari Expert

2. Third Party Cookies:

• Third-party cookies are placed on your device by a third party, such as advertisers or analytical systems, in cooperation with İlajak.

Duration of Cookies:

1. Session Cookies:

• Session Cookies provide data that can be stored until you close your browser or end the session. They are short-term cookies.

2. Persistent Cookies:

• Persistent Cookies remain on your device until either you delete them or until the expiry date specified in the cookie's code. These cookies have variable expiry dates written in their code.

Purpose of Cookies:

1. Mandatory Cookies:

• Mandatory Cookies are essential for using features like browsing the website and accessing secure areas of the site.

2. Functional Cookies:

• Functional Cookies enable the website to remember your past choices, such as username and password information, preferred language, etc. These preference cookies also provide automatic access to the website.

3. Statistics Cookies:

• Statistics Cookies, also known as performance cookies, collect anonymous statistical data about your website usage. They record information on how you use the website, including pages visited and links clicked. These anonymized statistical cookies are not used to identify you and aim to enhance the website's functionality.

4. Advertising and Marketing Cookies:

• Advertising and Marketing Cookies are used by companies to create a profile of your interests and display relevant advertisements on other websites.

Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data:

1. Mandatory Cookies:

We use mandatory cookies to provide you with essential information services, such as logging in, filling in forms, and remembering your privacy preferences. The personal data collected through these cookies are processed in accordance with the following legal grounds:

• Contractual Necessity: Processing your personal data is necessary for the establishment or performance of a contract, as stated in subparagraph (c) of paragraph 2 of Article 5 of the Law.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing data for the legitimate interests of the data controller, provided it does not harm your fundamental rights and freedoms, as mentioned in subparagraph (f) of paragraph 2 of Article 5 of the Law.

2. Advertising and Marketing Cookies:

Our business partners use advertising and marketing cookies to create profiles based on your interests and display relevant advertisements. The personal data collected through these cookies are processed with your explicit consent, as outlined in paragraph 1 of Article 5 of the Law.

3. Statistical Cookies:

Statistical cookies enable us to measure user behaviour on our websites for analysis purposes. These cookies are often used to enhance the website's performance, including evaluating the impact of advertisements on users. They help website owners estimate the number of unique visitors, identify crucial search engine keywords leading to web pages, and monitor navigation within the website. The personal data collected through these cookies are processed with your explicit consent, as specified in paragraph 1 of Article 5 of the Law.

4. Functional Cookies:

Functional cookies are employed to enhance the functionality of our website and personalize your experience. They ensure that your preferences, excluding your privacy preferences, are remembered when you return to the site. The personal data collected through these cookies are processed with your explicit consent, as provided in paragraph 1 of Article 5 of the Law.

Information on Cookies Used on Our Site

We would like to inform you about the use of cookies on our website. Please refer to the table below for details regarding the cookies employed on our site.

Transfer of Personal Data Processed Through Cookies

As part of our cookie-related activities, we may transfer your personal data to our suppliers. This transfer is done for various purposes, including customizing Mimari Expert services to suit your needs, conducting marketing activities, overseeing and auditing our business operations, and managing goods and service procurement processes.

Furthermore, if you provide consent for advertising and marketing cookies, as well as statistical cookies, as outlined in the table above, your personal data may be processed on servers located overseas through third-party infrastructure providers. This processing is limited to storage and archiving purposes only. In this regard, your personal data will be handled by service providers whose servers are situated abroad, and appropriate technical and administrative safeguards will be implemented based on your explicit consent.

Cookie Management

The use of cookies is not mandatory when browsing our website. However, please be aware that if you choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, it may impact the quality of your user experience and disrupt various functions of our website. Specifically, technical cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the site. Disabling technical cookies may result in certain site features not working as intended.

You have the option to enable or disable cookies via the cookie management panel. Simply adjust your preferences, click the "Save and Confirm" button, and refresh the page to apply your settings.

You can also configure your browser to take different actions regarding cookies, such as blocking them for all websites or specific sites, receiving notifications when cookies are created, blocking third-party cookies, or treating all cookies as session cookies.

Furthermore, you can delete cookies stored in your browser and view a list of the cookies along with their values. For comprehensive guidance on managing cookies within your browser, please refer to the relevant link below, which will direct you to your browser's official website for detailed information.

Furthermore:

1. Click here to disable cookies managed by Google Analytics.
2. Click here to customize your personalized advertising experience provided by Google.
3. To manage preferences regarding cookies used by various companies for advertising purposes, you can visit Your Online Choices.

For comprehensive information on cookies, please refer to the following resources:

• https://www.aboutcookies.org
• https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
• You can also use the "Privacy Badger" application, available at https://www.eff.org/tr/privacybadger.

Requests from Concerned Individuals

To obtain comprehensive information regarding your rights in accordance with Article 11 of the Law and the handling of your personal data, please refer to our "General Privacy Notice." Mimari Expert retains the authority to modify the terms of usage and the Cookie Disclosure concerning cookies.