Introduction Personal data retention and deletion rules under KVKK are among the most important compliance obligations for companies operating in Turkey. Businesses often focus on obtaining consent, preparing privacy notices, registering with VERBIS, or managing data breaches, but they frequently overlook a critical question: How long may personal data be stored, and when must it […]
Introduction Data processing agreements in Turkey have become essential for businesses that outsource services involving personal data. Companies increasingly rely on cloud providers, payroll companies, call centers, CRM systems, SaaS platforms, marketing agencies, payment service providers, cargo companies, IT support firms, accounting offices, HR software vendors, cybersecurity providers, analytics tools, and artificial intelligence service providers. […]
Introduction Customer data processing and marketing consent rules in Turkey are critical compliance issues for companies that sell products, provide services, operate e-commerce platforms, manage CRM systems, send promotional emails or SMS messages, use call centers, run loyalty programs, collect website leads, use cookies for advertising, or conduct personalized marketing campaigns. In a digital economy […]
Introduction Biometric data processing has become one of the most sensitive areas of Turkish personal data protection law. Fingerprint access systems, facial recognition technologies, palm vein readers, iris scanning, voice recognition, biometric identity verification, digital onboarding tools, employee attendance systems, high-security access controls, e-signature verification, fintech identity checks, healthcare identification systems, and artificial intelligence-based biometric […]
Introduction Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming business, public administration, healthcare, finance, e-commerce, employment, education, advertising, legal services, cybersecurity, customer relations, and digital platforms in Turkey. AI systems can analyze large datasets, identify patterns, generate content, make predictions, personalize services, detect fraud, support recruitment, assess credit risk, recommend products, monitor employee performance, and automate decision-making processes. […]
Introduction Mobile applications and digital platforms process personal data at an extraordinary scale. A single mobile app may collect user identity data, phone numbers, email addresses, device identifiers, IP addresses, location data, payment information, in-app behavior, push notification tokens, crash reports, advertising IDs, biometric login data, customer support messages, content uploads, social media account links, […]
Introduction Personal data protection in Turkish healthcare and medical services is one of the most sensitive areas of Turkish privacy law. Hospitals, private clinics, doctors, dentists, laboratories, medical tourism companies, pharmacies, insurance providers, telemedicine platforms, rehabilitation centers, aesthetic surgery clinics, and healthcare technology companies process large volumes of highly sensitive personal data every day. These […]
Introduction VERBIS registration in Turkey is one of the most important compliance obligations under Turkish Personal Data Protection Law. Companies that process personal data in Turkey, foreign businesses targeting Turkish individuals, employers, e-commerce platforms, healthcare providers, technology companies, logistics operators, financial service providers, schools, associations, foundations, and professional service firms may all need to assess […]
Introduction Data breach notification obligations under KVKK are among the most critical compliance duties for companies processing personal data in Turkey. As businesses rely more heavily on cloud systems, customer databases, employee platforms, e-commerce infrastructure, mobile applications, payment technologies, health information systems, artificial intelligence tools, and international service providers, the risk of unauthorized access, accidental […]
Introduction Cookie consent and website tracking rules under Turkish law have become a major compliance issue for companies operating websites, mobile applications, e-commerce platforms, online marketplaces, SaaS products, digital media services, advertising networks, fintech platforms, online games, and mobile apps targeting users in Turkey. Cookies and similar tracking technologies are no longer viewed as merely […]