Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Last updated: 22-06-2025

Korkmaz Charity Foundation (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with us, including through our website, events, donations, and other services.

Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

1.1. Personal Information

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Postal address

  • Date of birth

  • Identification details (if required for specific programs)

1.2. Donation Information

  • Transaction details

  • Donation amount and frequency

  • Payment method (processed securely via third-party providers)

1.3. Technical Data

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Usage data (pages visited, time on site, etc.)

1.4. Communication Preferences

  • Your preferences in receiving updates, newsletters, or event invitations.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To manage donations and provide receipts

  • To communicate with you regarding our projects, campaigns, and events

  • To comply with legal and financial regulations

  • To improve our website and services

  • To send newsletters and updates (only if you opt-in)


3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Your consent (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter)

  • Our legitimate interest (e.g., promoting our cause)

  • Compliance with a legal obligation

  • Performance of a contract (e.g., issuing donation receipts)


4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
We may share your information with:

  • Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms)

  • Regulatory authorities, if legally required

  • Partner organizations (only with your explicit consent)

All third parties are required to respect your data and comply with data protection laws.


5. Data Security

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.


6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law (e.g., financial records for auditing).


7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Object to or restrict certain types of processing

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: [email protected]


8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if preferred.


9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.


10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.


Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Korkmaz Charity Foundation
Email: [email protected]