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Terms of Use
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Privacy Policy
EnglishBooks, in accordance with the Law on the Protection of Personal Data No. 6698, undertakes not to share, sell, or provide users' personal data transmitted electronically through the website or official mobile application with third parties except where required or permitted by law. Our platform's Privacy Policy for Personal Data Protection is outlined below.
Definition of Personal Data under the Law
Personal data refers to any information that makes it possible to identify or be identified, such as your identity (name, surname, ID number, etc.), contact information, and information about the methods used to access products (IP, mobile phone brand-model, browser type, version, social media information, actions performed on screens, etc.).
IP Addresses
EnglishBooks, in necessary cases, detects and uses users' IP addresses to identify and resolve any issues related to the system. The IP address can be used on our site to generally identify users and collect comprehensive demographic information.
Anonymous Data
Information requested from users by EnglishBooks or provided directly by users can be used anonymously by our site in various evaluations, statistical studies, special newsletters, and database creation.
Linking to other Sites
Content on EnglishBooks website or mobile application may contain links to other sites. We do not assume any responsibility for the privacy practices and content of sites accessed through links from our site.
Situations Where User Data may be Disclosed
EnglishBooks contains some personal data of users, such as name, address, phone number, email address, and IP address. Unless otherwise stated in this privacy policy, personal data will not be shared with third parties under any circumstances. However, user information may be disclosed to third parties in some cases outside the provisions of this privacy policy. These cases include:
- Compliance with legal rules enacted and in force by competent legal authorities, such as Legislative Decrees, Regulations, etc.
- Cases where user information is requested by competent administrative or judicial authorities as part of a properly conducted investigation or inquiry and where it is necessary to inform users to protect their rights.
Newsletter and Announcements
EnglishBooks may periodically send e-newsletters to inform users about new technological developments and the agenda in the relevant field. Users can prevent these email notifications from reaching them by clicking on the link provided at the bottom of the email, as explained.
Rights of the Data Subject under KVKK No. 6698
Article 11 of the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698, which entered into force on October 7, 2016, lists the rights of the Data Subject who was introduced after this date. Users can contact EnglishBooks to exercise the following rights related to themselves:
- Learn whether personal data is processed,
- Request information if personal data has been processed,
- Learn the purpose of processing personal data and whether they are used for their intended purpose,
- Know the third parties to whom personal data are transferred, domestically or abroad,
- Request correction of personal data if it is incomplete or incorrectly processed,
- Request the deletion or destruction of personal data within the framework of the conditions stipulated in Article 7 of the KVKK,
- Request notification of the operations carried out as a result of correction, deletion, or destruction of personal data to third parties to whom personal data have been transferred,
- Object to the emergence of a result against the person by analyzing the processed personal data exclusively through automated systems,
- In case personal data is processed unlawfully and causes damage, request the compensation of the damage.
EnglishBooks will respond to such requests in writing or digitally, stating the justification and within 30 days, under the condition that it is reasonable and free of charge.
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GDPR
The EnglishBooks website is organized in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a legal framework regulating data protection and privacy in the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA). This regulation also covers the transfer of personal data outside the EU and EEA.
GDPR has been in effect since May 25, 2018, replacing the Data Protection Directive of 1995. Key provisions of GDPR include consent, the right to access, the right to erasure, data portability, data breach notification, data protection officers, and penalties.
At EnglishBooks, we obtain clear and explicit consent from our users before processing their personal data. We ensure that users are aware of the collected data and how it is used, grant them the right to request the deletion of their personal data, and facilitate the transfer of their data between service providers.
Moreover, in case of a data breach, we promptly inform users and relevant data protection authorities within 72 hours. Due to our substantial processing of personal data, we have appointed a data protection officer. GDPR applies to all organizations processing personal data of individuals in the EU, regardless of their location. As EnglishBooks processes personal data of individuals in the EU, we fully comply with GDPR provisions.
CPRA
The EnglishBooks website is designed in accordance with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), a legal framework that amends and expands the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). CPRA will come into effect on January 1, 2023, with full enforcement starting on July 1, 2023.
We, at EnglishBooks, adhere to the fundamental provisions of CPRA while processing users' personal information. These provisions include the right to correction, limitations on the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information, data minimization and purpose limitation, automated decision-making, risk assessments, controls, and an expanded definition of sensitive personal information.
Users can request the correction of their personal information on the EnglishBooks website, limit the use and disclosure of sensitive information such as social security numbers, financial account information, and health data. We minimize the collection of personal information and refrain from using personal data for purposes not aligned with the disclosed objectives.
The EnglishBooks website is subject to audits conducted by the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) established by CPRA, and we conduct regular risk assessments. Additionally, we have expanded the definition of sensitive personal information to include precise geolocation, race, ethnic origin, religious beliefs, and biometric data.
Finally, EnglishBooks meets specific thresholds among businesses subject to CPRA, indicating that we process personal information of users residing in California and have an annual gross revenue exceeding $25 million.
LGPD
The EnglishBooks website complies with the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), the data protection law in effect in Brazil, which became effective on September 18, 2020. LGPD is similar to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union and aims to protect the security and privacy of individuals' personal data.
At EnglishBooks, we obtain clear and explicit consent from users before processing their personal data. Users have the right to access their personal data, correct inaccurate information, request data deletion, and demand data portability.
Additionally, we, at EnglishBooks, notify the National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) and the data subject of a data breach within a reasonable timeframe. We have appointed a data protection officer responsible for ensuring compliance with LGPD.
LGPD applies to all organizations processing personal data of individuals in Brazil, regardless of their location. EnglishBooks, as a company processing personal data of individuals in Brazil, fully complies with LGPD provisions.