I. INTRODUCTION
Hakan Karayar ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our principles regarding data handling and specifies the categories of personal information we might collect and process when you install and/or use the mobile application "Talki AI" (hereafter referred to as the "App" or "our App"). The App's name may differ depending on the country and can be updated at any time without advance notice.
Personal data refers to any information that relates to an identified or identifiable person. This encompasses data that could be used—directly or indirectly—to recognize an individual, such as an ID number or unique characteristics.
This Privacy Policy is applicable to all individuals who use or have access to the App ("Users").
As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), unless mentioned otherwise, we function as the data controller.
PLEASE REVIEW THIS PRIVACY POLICY CAREFULLY. BY ACCESSING OR USING OUR APP, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREED TO THE TERMS OUTLINED HEREIN.
NOTE FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:
According to the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA), California-based users are entitled to request the following information:
The types of personal data we handle;
The origins of any collected personal data;
The reason why we collect your personal data;
The categories of third-party recipients with whom we might share personal data;
The specific personal data collected, assuming adequate identifying details are provided in the request.
II. INFORMATION WE PROCESS
The following outlines the various types of information we may process:
Functional Information
To ensure full App functionality, we may need to collect and process certain types of personal data. Without this information, we may not be able to properly provide our services:
User Content: This includes files, photos, images, text, and other data that you upload to utilize the App’s core features, such as the AI-powered interior transformation tools. All User Content is subject to our Terms of Use. Uploading content that infringes on others’ privacy through the App's AI features is not allowed.
Automatically Collected Information
With your consent, we may use third-party technologies—such as for advertising and analytics—that process certain types of device-related data, which can include identifiers used for marketing. These technologies may include profiling and automated analysis to enhance user experience. You can disable tracking at any time (refer to Section VIII).
We also have a legitimate interest in analyzing anonymized, non-personal data to help improve App functionality.
Device Data: Information such as model type, operating system, screen resolution, audio settings, and battery status.
Network Information: This includes data such as mobile provider, IP address, internet speed, session duration, and browser details.
Location Information: May include IP-based location, SIM-based region, time zone, and nearby points of interest.
Device Identifiers: Unique app-specific identifiers.
App Metadata: Includes app version, configuration, and in some cases, the list of installed apps.
Cookies and Similar Tools: Utilized to analyze usage, optimize performance, and deliver customized ads. Ad networks may also employ cookies to deliver relevant ads.
Log Information: Includes session times, interaction logs, and technical events.
Ad Metrics: Collected data on ad impressions, types, clicks, and engagement.
In-App Usage: Interactions such as clicks, scrolls, screen visits, purchase activity, and user progression data.
Please note that we do not control how third parties use the information collected through their tools. More details are provided in Section IV.
Payment Information
All in-app payments are processed through Apple. We do not collect or store any credit or debit card data. For more information, please refer to Apple’s App Store payment policy.
III. PURPOSES OF DATA PROCESSING
We process collected information for various reasons, including:
Service Provision: Utilizing both user-provided and system-collected data to operate and maintain App functionality.
Product Development: Analyzing technical and behavioral data to troubleshoot and enhance performance.
Personalization: Offering custom content, ads, and suggestions based on user engagement.
Communication: Sending updates, support communications, feedback surveys, and service notices.
Legal & Security: Complying with applicable laws, preventing fraud, and enforcing policy compliance.
IV. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND DATA SHARING
In some cases, we may share certain data with trusted third-party partners to facilitate the services we provide. These include services such as analytics providers, advertising networks, and customer support platforms. We ensure these partners are bound by data protection agreements.
Third-party services may collect and use information based on their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review these policies separately.
We do not sell your personal information. Data is shared strictly for operational or legal purposes, or to improve user experience.
V. DATA STORAGE AND RETENTION
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or to comply with legal requirements.
Data is stored on secure servers with access restricted to authorized personnel only.
Once personal data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
VI. YOUR RIGHTS AND OPTIONS
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you;
Request corrections of inaccurate data;
Request deletion of your data under certain conditions;
Object to data processing based on legitimate interests;
Withdraw consent where processing is based on it.
You may exercise your rights by contacting us via the information provided in Section IX.
VII. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.
VIII. TRACKING PREFERENCES
You may disable tracking tools by adjusting your device’s settings or using features such as "Limit Ad Tracking" on iOS. Note that doing so may affect the functionality of certain App features.
IX. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, feel free to reach out to us:
Hakan Karayar
By using the App, you confirm that you have reviewed this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your data as described.