Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored by your browser and later read by the website. They improve functionality, remember preferences, and provide analytics.

2. Types of Cookies

2.1 Technical Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for core website functions.

Consent required: No — legal necessity

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help monitor performance and understand user behavior.

Consent required: Yes — permission is requested before analytics cookies are used

2.3 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies support targeted advertising and campaigns.

Consent required: Yes — clear and affirmative consent is requested

2.4 Functionality Cookies

These cookies personalize preferences and experience.

Consent required: Yes — consent is requested for functionality cookies

3. Consent Management

3.1 Giving Consent

On your first visit, via the cookie banner:

• Strictly necessary cookies are accepted automatically
• Other cookies require your explicit approval

3.2 Changing Consent

You may change preferences at any time:

1. Via browser settings: Manage cookies in your browser
2. Via site settings: Use “Cookie Preferences” in the page footer

3.3 Withdrawing Consent

To withdraw cookie consent:

1. Open “Cookie Preferences” or “Privacy Settings” in the footer
2. Deselect unwanted cookie categories
3. Save changes

Withdrawn cookies are deleted and will not be reused until you consent again.

4. Third-Party Cookies

The following services may run on the site and set their own cookies:

4.1 Google Analytics

• Purpose: Traffic and behavior analysis
• Website: https://www.google.com/analytics
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4.2 Facebook Pixel

• Purpose: Ad conversion tracking and audiences
• Website: https://www.facebook.com
• Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/policies

4.3 Hotjar

• Purpose: Behavior insights (heatmaps, session recording)
• Website: https://www.hotjar.com
• Privacy Policy: https://www.hotjar.com/legal/policies/privacy

These services are governed by their own privacy policies. You may review each policy and manage preferences accordingly.

5. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

5.1 Chrome

1. Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
2. Block or delete cookies as preferred

5.2 Firefox

1. Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
2. Choose your preferred setting

5.3 Safari

1. Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
2. Select your preferred option

5.4 Edge

1. Settings > Privacy > Cookies
2. Choose your preferred level

6. Effects of Cookie Choices

• If I reject all cookies? Core functions may still work, but some features may be limited.

• If I reject technical cookies? The site may not work properly. Session, payment, and security features can be affected.

• If I reject analytics cookies? The site works normally, but improving the experience becomes harder.

• If I reject marketing cookies? The site works, but you may see fewer targeted social ads.

7. Legal Basis

This cookie policy is prepared under:

• KVKK (Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data)
• BTK (electronic communications rules)
• TKHK (Consumer Protection Law No. 6502)
• EU GDPR (international standards)

8. Updates

This cookie policy may be updated from time to time. We will notify you of material changes. The latest version is shown above.

9. Contact

Questions about cookies and privacy:

Email: hello@gercegiarayanlar.com
Subject: Cookie Question

You will receive a response within 30 days.

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Last Updated: August 2026