What is the Personal Data Protection Law KVKK Information Text?

There are some important points to consider when preparing the disclosure text. Legal, clear, transparent and understandable language should be used. Here are the basic steps to follow when preparing the disclosure text:

• Identity of the Data Controller: The name, address and contact information of the natural or legal person who processes personal data must be stated in the disclosure text.
• Processed Personal Data and Their Purposes: It should be clearly explained which personal data is collected and for what purposes this data is processed. For example; it should be stated in accordance with which needs data such as name, surname, e-mail address are used.
• Data Collection Method: The methods by which data is collected (e.g. web form, telephone call, physical document) should be specified.
• Legal Basis: The legal basis for processing personal data, i.e. the legal regulations under which data is processed, must be clearly stated.
• Persons to Whom Data Will Be Transferred: It should be explained whether personal data will be shared with domestic or foreign third parties and, if so, who these persons are.
• Data Retention Period: Information should be provided on how long personal data will be stored and how the data will be destroyed after this period expires.
• Rights of the Data Owner: According to Article 11 of the KVKK, the rights that data owners have should be detailed. These rights include the right of the data owner to correct, delete and object to the processing of personal data.
• Application Methods: The procedure that data owners must follow to exercise their rights and how they can apply to the data controller should be explained.