Privacy Policy

As DeckBook ("we", "us", "our", "the app"), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you use the DeckBook mobile application and our web services.

By accepting this policy, you agree to the practices described herein. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use the application.

1. Information Collected

1.1. Account Information

When you create an account to use the application, we collect the following information:

• Email address
• Password (stored in encrypted form)
• Username (optional)
• Profile photo (optional)

1.2. Usage Data

The following data may be automatically collected when you use the application:

• Device information (device model, operating system version)
• IP address
• Application usage statistics
• Read news and article history
• Content added to favorites
• Category preferences

1.3. Subscription Information

When you purchase a premium subscription:

• Payment information (processed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store)
• Subscription status and history
• Billing information

2. Use of Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To provide personalized news and article recommendations
• Account Management: To create, manage, and protect your account
• Communication: To provide important updates, notifications, and support services
• Improvement: To improve the performance and user experience of the application
• Security: To prevent fraud and unauthorized access
• Legal Compliance: To fulfill our legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our application (cloud storage, analytics, payment processors)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• User Consent: When you have explicitly given permission

Payment transactions are processed through Apple App Store and Google Play Store. These platforms' own privacy policies apply.

4. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to ensure the security of your data:

• Transmission of data over encrypted connections (HTTPS)
• Storage of passwords using secure hash algorithms
• Regular security audits and updates
• Protection systems against unauthorized access

However, no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we make reasonable efforts to protect your data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our application may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze our services. These technologies are used to remember your preferences and measure application performance.

6. User Rights

Under the GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: To learn whether your personal data is being processed
• Right to Rectification: To request correction of incorrect or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: To request deletion of your data under certain conditions
• Right to Object: To object to the processing of your data
• Data Portability: To request transfer of your data to another service
• Account Deletion: To delete your account and all your data

Please contact us to exercise these rights.

7. Children's Privacy

Our application is not designed for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and learn that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. Third-Party Links

Our application may contain links to third-party websites or services that have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party sites. We recommend that you review their privacy policies before visiting these sites.

9. Privacy Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will send a notification within the application or notify you via email. The date on which the changes take effect will be indicated at the top of this page.

Your continued use of the application after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active and as required by our legal obligations. When you delete your account, your personal data will be deleted within a reasonable time (except for legal retention obligations).

11. International Data Transfer

Your data may be stored in countries where our service providers' servers are located. These countries may be outside of Turkey and may be subject to different data protection laws. We take appropriate measures to protect your data.

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