1. Introduction

SOMTURK PLC (“SOMTURK”, “Company”) values the privacy and security of personal data of users visiting our website and individuals submitting license applications.

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and shared through the SOMTURK website. By using our website or submitting a license application, you accept the practices described herein.

2. Data Controller

For the purposes of this policy, the data controller of your personal data is:

SOMTURK PLC

SOMTURK processes personal data in full compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and in accordance with internationally recognized data protection principles.

3. Personal Data We Collect

When you visit our website, use the contact form, or submit a license application, we may collect the following types of personal data:

• Identity Information: Name, surname

• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, address details

• Application Data: Information provided in license application forms, supporting documents

• Messages and Requests: Information submitted through contact forms or other channels

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, access logs

• Usage Data: Website usage and interaction data

• Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies or similar technologies

4. How We Collect Personal Data

Personal data may be collected via:

• Contact forms

• License application forms

• Website usage

• Cookies and similar technologies

• Email or other communication channels

5. Purposes of Processing Personal Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:

• Receiving, evaluating, and responding to license applications

• Communicating with applicants

• Managing application processes and conducting necessary verification

• Responding to questions or requests

• Providing information about our services

• Operating and improving the website

• Ensuring data security

• Fulfilling legal obligations

• Supporting legitimate business purposes

6. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Explicit consent of the data subject

• Necessity for entering into or performing a contract

• Compliance with legal obligations

• Legitimate interests of SOMTURK

• Other lawful grounds under applicable data protection laws

7. Sharing Personal Data

SOMTURK is a single entity with no subsidiaries or affiliates. Personal data may only be shared with:

• Technical service providers managing website infrastructure and IT systems

• Legal or professional advisors

• Authorized public authorities (as required by law)

Data sharing is limited to what is necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above and is conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

8. International Data Transfers

Personal data may be transferred to countries where our service providers or IT infrastructure are located. Appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect data during such transfers.

9. Data Retention

Personal data is retained:

• As long as required for the purpose of processing

• In accordance with applicable legal retention periods

Once retention periods expire or purposes are no longer relevant, data is securely deleted, destroyed, or anonymized.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

11. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website usage. Detailed information about the use of cookies can be found in our Cookie Policy.

12. Data Subject Rights

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

• To know whether your personal data is being processed

• To request access to your data

• To request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

• To request deletion or restriction of processing under certain conditions

• To object to processing

• To request data portability

• To seek compensation for unlawful processing of your personal data

Requests can be submitted via the contact channels provided on the website.

13. Policy Updates

SOMTURK may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updated policies are effective upon publication on the website.

14. Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact SOMTURK via the communication channels listed on the website.