GDPR

Privacy Policy


Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Epikton (“Epikton,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares your information when you use our websites (epikton.net), services, and applications (collectively, the “Services”).

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR, EU 2016/679), Epikton and its owner, Ramazan Yüksel, act as the Data Controller for the information described here.

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services. Use of our Services is also governed by our Terms & Conditions.

For privacy questions or requests, please use the Contact Page.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account registration / purchases: When you register or purchase, we may ask for your name, company name, address, email, and phone number.
  • Payment information: Payments are processed through third-party providers such as İyzico (for Turkey-based transactions) and Dodo Payments (for international transactions). We do not store full financial details, but may retain necessary transaction info through our processors.
  • User content: If you post content publicly, you acknowledge that it may be viewed or used by others.
  • Communications: If you contact us, we may collect your message details and related information.

Information We Collect Automatically

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, ISP, referring/exit pages, operating system, date/time, and navigation patterns.
  • Service usage metrics for performance and security improvements.

Information From Third Parties

  • Third-party accounts: If you link accounts (e.g., Google, Facebook), we may receive profile or authentication data.
  • Partners: We may receive publicly available information and combine it with our records.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Services.
  • Improve and personalize user experience.
  • Develop new features, products, and functionality.
  • Communicate with you about updates, transactions, and promotions.
  • Process payments and deliver purchased licenses.
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraud or misuse.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

3. How We Share Information

We may share information in the following ways:

  • Service providers: Payment processors (İyzico, Dodo Payments), analytics tools, mailing services.
  • Aggregate/de-identified data: With partners, where individual identification is not possible.
  • Advertising partners: For tailored campaigns (if applicable).
  • Business transfers: In mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring.
  • Legal requirements: To comply with law, regulation, or legal process.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under GDPR based on:

  • Contract necessity (delivering purchases).
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving services, fraud prevention).
  • Consent (marketing communications, non-essential cookies).
  • Legal obligations (tax and compliance records).

5. Third-Party Services

Our Services may link to or integrate with third-party platforms. Each operates under its own privacy policy. Current tools include:

  • İyzico
  • Dodo Payments
  • MailChimp
  • Google Analytics
  • Facebook Pixel
  • Sendinblue
  • Tidio Live Chat

6. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze performance, and enhance your browsing experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly (navigation, secure login, saving sessions, remembering preferences).
  • Analytics and performance cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site, including page popularity, time spent, and navigation paths. Data is aggregated and anonymous.
  • Third-party cookies: Set by integrated services such as analytics, embedded content, or social media platforms. Their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective providers.

Consent and Management

  • On your first visit, a Cookie Banner requests consent for non-essential cookies.
  • You can manage or withdraw consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link in the site footer.
  • You may also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.

7. Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. No system is 100% secure, but we apply safeguards appropriate to the level of risk.

8. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary to deliver services, comply with legal or tax obligations, or resolve disputes. When no longer needed, data is deleted, anonymized, or securely archived.

9. Access and Control of Data

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal information.
  • Object to processing or request restrictions.
  • Request data portability.
  • Withdraw consent for marketing at any time.
  • File a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Requests can be made through the Contact Page.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 16 (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with data, contact us via the Contact Page.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred and stored outside your country of residence, including in jurisdictions with different data protection laws. In such cases, we apply safeguards consistent with this policy.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Significant changes will be posted on our website. Continued use of the Services after changes indicates acceptance.

13. Contact Us

For any privacy-related concerns or requests, please use the Contact Page