1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how WASD Soft (“company”, “we”, “us” or “our website”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website published at https://www.wasdsoft.com (hereinafter referred to as the “service”).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files sent to your browser by a website and stored on your device. These files enable the website to recognize you or your preferences, improve performance, and enable certain functions.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functions of our website and without them, our services would not function properly.
Examples:
Session management cookies
Security cookies
Language preference cookies
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.
Tools we use:
Google Analytics (anonymous IP)
Hotjar (anonymous if not registered)
Data collected:
Page view counts
Average visit duration
Error rates
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences to provide enhanced personalization.
Examples:
Theme preference (light/dark mode)
Font size settings
Form auto-fill
3.4 Targeting and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
Tools we use:
Google Ads
LinkedIn Insight Tag
Facebook Pixel
4. How Can You Control Cookies?
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers are set to accept cookies automatically, but you can change these settings.
Browser Controls:
Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookie Management
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
5. Third-Party Cookies
The following third-party services are used on our website:
5.1 Google Services
Google Analytics: Usage statistics
Google Maps: Location display
Google Fonts: Font types
5.2 Social Media Integrations
LinkedIn share buttons
GitHub project display
5.3 Payment and Form Systems
Stripe (on demo pages)
Formspree (contact forms)
6. KVKK and GDPR Compliance
We take necessary measures under the KVKK (Personal Data Protection Law) and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation):
6.1 Data Retention Periods
Performance cookies: 26 months
Functionality cookies: 1 year
Marketing cookies: 90 days
6.2 Data Transfer
User data is not transferred outside Turkey. When third-party services are used, servers in countries with adequacy decisions from the European Commission are preferred.
7. Cookie Consent
On your first visit to our website, you will be informed about cookie usage via a pop-up banner and asked for your consent. Only essential cookies will be used without your consent.
You can change your consent at any time through:
Clicking the settings icon
Via the email below
Through the KVKK application form
8. Children’s Privacy
Our service is not directed at persons under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
9. Policy Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes become effective when published on our website. For significant changes, we may notify via email.
Last update date: [DATE]
10. Contact
If you have questions about our cookie policy, please contact us:
WASD Soft
Address: [Your Company Address]
Email: info@wasdsoft.com
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
KVKK Application Address: [Data Controller Contact Information]
Data Controller: [Full Name/Title]