Note: This is a courtesy translation. In case of any discrepancy, the Turkish version is legally binding.
Last updated: 9 October 2026
1. Purpose and scope
This Cookie Policy has been prepared to inform you, within the scope of the Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data ("KVKK", the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law), about the cookies and similar technologies used on the website at https://www.kilitkutu.com operated by Erşan Dayankaç – Kilitkutu Teknoloji Çözümleri ("Kilitkutu"). The client panel operates at a separate address and is subject to its own cookie notice.
2. What are cookies and similar technologies?
Cookies are small text files saved to your browser by the website you visit. The browser's local storage (localStorage) is a technology that similarly serves to store information on your device. In this policy, unless otherwise stated, the term "cookie" also covers these similar technologies.
- First-party cookies: Placed directly by kilitkutu.com.
- Third-party cookies: Placed by another provider (e.g. Google) whose content or service is used on our website.
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device until the set period expires or until you delete them.
3. Types of cookies we use
- Essential cookies: Required for the secure and proper operation of the website and for remembering your cookie preference. These cookies are used on the basis of our legitimate interest under KVKK Art. 5/2-(f) (and, for form submissions, additionally on the basis of the establishment of a contract under Art. 5/2-(c)) and do not depend on your consent.
- Analytics cookies: Statistics cookies that help us understand how the website is used and improve it. These cookies are used only with your explicit consent (the "Accept" option in the cookie notice).
No advertising, remarketing or social media tracking cookies are used on our website.
4. Cookies and storage items used
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
kk_cookie_consent |
kilitkutu.com (first party) | Stores the choice you made in the cookie notice ("Accept" or "Essential only"); prevents the notice from being shown again on every page. | Essential (localStorage) | Until you delete your browser data or change your preference |
_ga |
Google LLC (Google Analytics 4) | Generates usage statistics by distinguishing visitors from one another using a random identifier. | Analytics (third party, subject to consent) | Up to 2 years |
_ga_<ID> |
Google LLC (Google Analytics 4) | Tracks the session state and the number of visits. | Analytics (third party, subject to consent) | Up to 2 years |
| Google Maps cookies | Google LLC | The map is loaded, and these cookies may be set by Google, only when you click the "Show map" button on the Contact page or if you have selected the "Accept" option in the cookie notice; they are used for the operation of the map and for Google's own purposes. | Third party | Determined by Google |
5. Third-party resources
Some resources required for the presentation of our website are loaded from third-party servers. Even if these resources do not place cookies, during loading your browser transmits your IP address and browser information to the relevant provider as a technical necessity:
- www.googletagmanager.com (Google LLC): Loading of the Google Analytics script, only if you give your consent,
- Google Maps (Google LLC): Displaying the office location, only on the Contact page and when you choose to view the map.
As some of these providers are located abroad, such transfers are assessed within the framework of Article 9 of KVKK. For detailed information, please see the KVKK Privacy Notice.
6. Consent model
When you visit our website for the first time, a cookie notice is displayed at the bottom of the screen:
- If you select "Accept", Google Analytics cookies are loaded in addition to essential cookies, and the Google Maps embed on the Contact page is displayed automatically.
- If you select "Essential only", Google Analytics is not loaded; only the items necessary for the operation of the website are used.
- As long as you do not make any choice, analytics cookies are not loaded.
Rejecting analytics cookies does not prevent you from using any part of our website.
7. How can you change your preference?
You may withdraw the consent you have given or change your preference at any time. To do so, simply reopen the cookie notice using the "Cookie preferences" link in the footer of our website and make your new choice. When you withdraw your consent by selecting "Essential only", our website deletes the previously placed Google Analytics cookies from your browser and stops measurement. Withdrawing your consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the date of withdrawal.
8. Managing cookies through browser settings
You can also view, delete or block cookies through your browser settings. If you block all cookies, some functions of the website (e.g. submitting the contact form) may not work as expected.
- Google Chrome: You can manage cookies under Settings > Privacy and security > Third-party cookies / Site data, and delete existing cookies with the "Delete browsing data" option.
- Mozilla Firefox: You can use the "Clear Data" or "Manage Data" options under Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Under Settings (Preferences) > Privacy, you can delete cookies with the "Manage Website Data" option and block them with the "Block all cookies" option. On iOS devices, these settings are found in the Settings > Safari menu.
- Microsoft Edge: You can manage cookies under Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.
Browser menu names may vary by version; for details, you can refer to your browser's help pages. The kk_cookie_consent value stored in localStorage is deleted together with your browser's "clear site data" operation.
9. Your personal data and your rights
Detailed information on the purposes of processing your personal data processed through cookies, the recipients to whom it is transferred and your rights under KVKK Art. 11 is available in the KVKK Privacy Notice, and our general privacy principles are available in the Privacy Policy.
10. Changes and contact
This policy is updated when the technologies used on our website change, and the current version is published on this page. For any questions, you can contact us at [email protected] or through our Contact page.