Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 20, 2026

Istanbul Directory respects the privacy of visitors, registered users and advertisers. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information may be collected, used, stored and shared when using atasehirliescortlar.com.

1. Website Operator

Istanbul Directory is operated by [insert the legal name of the website operator].

Privacy-related inquiries can be sent to:

[email protected]

Operator location and additional contact information: [insert legally required details].

2. Information We Collect

Depending on how you use the website, we may process:

• Account details: Registration information, usernames, email addresses and account preferences.
• Profile information: Advertiser-submitted photographs, descriptions, locations, contact details, rates and other listing content.
• Verification information: Materials provided for identity, age or profile verification, where such checks are used.
• Technical information: IP addresses, browser and device information, server logs, security events and cookie identifiers.
• Communications: Messages, complaints, support requests and information submitted in connection with content removal.

We aim to collect only information reasonably necessary for operating and protecting the platform.

3. How Information Is Used

Personal information may be processed to:

• Create and manage user accounts.
• Publish and display advertiser-submitted listings.
• Review advertisements and verification requests.
• Respond to support messages and complaints.
• Detect spam, fraud, unauthorized activity and security threats.
• Maintain and improve website performance.
• Comply with applicable legal obligations.

Processing is carried out on an appropriate legal basis, which may include providing requested services, legitimate interests, legal obligations or consent where required.

4. Public Profile Information

Information that advertisers choose to publish in public profiles may be visible to website visitors and search engines.

Advertisers should not upload personal information or photographs without the necessary permission or lawful basis.

Public information may remain visible in search engine results or third-party caches for a period after removal from the website.

5. Cookies and Analytics

The website may use cookies and similar technologies for essential functions, including login sessions, security features and age-related acknowledgements.

If analytics or other non-essential technologies are enabled, they may collect additional usage information. Such technologies must be disclosed and managed in accordance with applicable consent requirements.

Browser settings and any available consent controls can be used to manage cookies.

6. Data Sharing

Information may be accessible to service providers involved in operating the website, including hosting, infrastructure, security, email and technical support providers.

Public profile information is displayed to visitors as part of the directory.

Personal information may also be disclosed when legally required or where necessary to address unlawful activity and protect users’ rights.

We do not treat private verification documents as public profile content.

7. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary for the relevant purpose, including account administration, publication of listings, handling complaints, security and legal compliance.

Retention periods depend on the type of information and applicable obligations.

[Before publication, specify or link to the actual retention periods for account records, verification materials, server logs, analytics information and support requests.]

8. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures intended to protect information from unauthorized access, loss and misuse.

However, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.

Users should protect their login credentials and avoid submitting unnecessary sensitive information.

9. International Data Processing

Some infrastructure or service providers may process information in countries other than the user’s country of residence.

Where applicable law requires safeguards for international data transfers, the relevant requirements must be observed.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, individuals may have rights to request access to their personal information, correction, deletion, restriction of processing or other available remedies.

Requests can be submitted to:

[email protected]

We may need to verify the requester’s identity before releasing or changing personal information.

Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

11. Third-Party Websites

Profiles may include links or contact methods operated by third parties, including external websites or messaging services.

Those services have their own privacy practices. Istanbul Directory does not control how third parties process information provided directly to them.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy when our practices, services or legal obligations change.

The current version will be available on this page.

13. Contact

For privacy inquiries, data requests or concerns about unauthorized use of personal information, contact:

[email protected]