Halinisa – Privacy and Security Policy
The Halinisa mobile application and web platform ("Platform") adopt the principle of protecting users' personal data, ensuring the highest level of security, and processing data in compliance with applicable regulations. This Privacy and Security Policy has been prepared to explain which data Halinisa collects, how it is used, how it is stored, and what rights users have.
1. Collected Data
The following information may be collected from users through the application:
A. Account and Contact Information
- First name, last name (not mandatory)
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- User ID
B. Usage and Log Data
- Login and logout times
- Application usage activities
- Device type and operating system
- IP address (for security purposes)
C. Personal Calendar and Health Data
Records related to period and worship planning in Halinisa are stored optionally:
- Menstrual start and end dates
- Cleansing and ovulation records
- In-app notes
These data are processed only under user control and stored in compliance with the regulations on processing "special category personal data" under KVKK.
2. For What Purposes Are the Data Processed?
The collected data are used for the following purposes:
- Operating the application and managing user accounts
- Accurate calculation of worship periods
- Performance analysis and application improvement
- Handling user support requests
- Detecting fraud and misuse
- Fulfilling legal obligations
No data are shared with third parties for advertising or profiling purposes without user consent.
3. Data Storage
Personal data are stored on secure servers located in Turkey in accordance with industry standards.
Critical data are protected in encrypted format.
Even if the application becomes inactive, information is securely stored until the retention period expires or until the user requests deletion.
Retention periods:
- User account data: As long as the account is active
- Transaction records: Up to 2 years
- Health/period data: Until deleted by the user
- Records required by legal obligations: For the relevant legal period
4. Data Sharing
Data are not shared with third parties unless:
- The user has given explicit consent,
- There is a legal request,
- Service providers require it for mandatory technical purposes
Technical service providers (such as hosting companies) may access the data only within the scope of providing their services.
5. Data Security
Halinisa uses the following security measures to protect user data:
- SSL/TLS data transmission encryption
- AES-256 in-app encryption for sensitive data
- Server firewalls
- Regular security scans
- Access control and role restrictions
- Backup and disaster recovery infrastructure
Critical data stored in the application are protected so that no one other than the user can read them.
6. User Rights
Under KVKK, users have the following rights:
- To learn whether their data are being processed
- To request detailed information
- To request correction of their data
- To request deletion or destruction of their data
- To object to storage and processing
- To object to automatic analysis and classification
These rights can be exercised through the following channels:
Email: info@tahaokumus.com
Postal Address: TAHA OKUMUŞ, ADNAN MENDERES MAH. ŞEHİT GÖKHAN OSMAN KARADUMAN ST. Door No:2 Apartment No:35 KEÇİÖREN/ANKARA
7. Data Deletion Request
Users may request the deletion of all their records at any time via the data deletion form.
After the request is received, the process:
- In compliance with KVKK
- Within a maximum of 30 days
- is completed and the user is informed.
8. Children's Privacy
Halinisa is developed for adult users and does not knowingly collect data from users under the age of 13.
9. Policy Changes
This policy may be updated when necessary.
The current version is deemed effective once published on the Platform.
10. Contact
For any questions and requests:
Email: info@tahaokumus.com
TAHA OKUMUŞ, ADNAN MENDERES MAH. ŞEHİT GÖKHAN OSMAN KARADUMAN ST. Door No:2 Apartment No:35 KEÇİÖREN/ANKARA