Privacy Policy For Get2Gether (EN)

Privacy Policy and Data Protection Notice

Effective Date: 10/10/2025

Controller: Cem Bora Ak

Application: get2gether

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1. Introduction

Cem Bora Ak operates get2gether, an online social networking application that allows users to connect and interact with others. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and applicable European data protection laws.

By using get2gether, you agree to this Privacy Policy. You must be at least 18 years old to use the application.

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2. Data Controller and Contact Information

Data Controller: Cem Bora Ak

Email: get2gether.iletisim@gmail.com

If you have any questions or concerns about data protection, please contact us using the above email address.

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3. Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing

Your personal data may be processed for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our services,

• To manage user accounts and communications,

• To ensure a safe and appropriate environment for all users,

• To send notifications and updates,

• To prevent and detect fraudulent or abusive activity,

• To comply with our legal obligations.

Processing is based on one or more of the following legal grounds under GDPR Article 6:

• Your consent,

• Performance of a contract,

• Compliance with legal obligations,

• Legitimate interests pursued by the controller.

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4. Categories of Personal Data Collected

When you register or use get2gether, we may collect:

• Identity information (name, surname, date of birth, gender),

• Contact information (email address),

• Educational information (school or university name),

• Photos and media you upload,

• Technical information (device type, IP address, OS, app version, location settings).

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5. Data Processing Principles

We process your data in accordance with GDPR Article 5, ensuring that data are:

• Processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently,

• Collected for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes,

• Adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary,

• Accurate and kept up to date,

• Stored no longer than necessary,

• Protected by appropriate security measures.

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6. Use of Third-Party Services

To maintain a safe platform, images uploaded by users are automatically analyzed by Google Cloud Vision API to detect inappropriate content (nudity, violence, hate speech, etc.).

This process is fully automated and ensures compliance with our community guidelines.

Images are not permanently stored or shared for other purposes.

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7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, and personalize content.

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

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8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.

When data are no longer needed, they will be securely deleted or anonymized.

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9. Data Sharing and International Transfers

Your personal data may be shared, when necessary, with:

• Technical service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, or maintenance partners),

• Legal authorities when required by law.

If data are transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), such transfers are made under GDPR-compliant safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

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10. Your Data Protection Rights (Articles 15–21 GDPR)

As a data subject, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data,

• Request rectification of inaccurate data,

• Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”),

• Restrict or object to processing,

• Request data portability,

• Withdraw consent at any time.

You may exercise these rights by contacting:

📧 get2gether.iletisim@gmail.com

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11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Users are responsible for keeping their passwords confidential and secure.

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12. Updates to this Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect legal, technical, or business changes.

The latest version will always be available on our official website or within the application.

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13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with EU data protection law and the applicable laws of Turkey.