Privacy and Cookie Policy
At Edition Car Rental, protecting the privacy of our customers is one of our top priorities. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains in detail what data we collect when you visit our website or use our services, how we process this data, and how we protect your privacy. Our goal is to provide a transparent, secure, and law-compliant experience for all users.
Our General Principles on Personal Data Protection
Edition Car Rental operates in full compliance with the applicable data protection regulations, including the Turkish Law on the Protection of Personal Data No. 6698 (“KVKK”) and the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). Your personal data is processed only for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes; it is never used for unrelated purposes or shared with third parties without your consent.
The security of your data is not just a legal obligation for us — it is also a cornerstone of our customer satisfaction. In all our operations, we adhere to the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Personal Data We Collect
When you visit our website or use our car rental services, certain personal information may be collected automatically or manually. This data may include:
- Name, surname, date of birth, ID or passport information
- Contact details (phone number, email address, mailing address)
- Driver’s license information and required legal documents for rental
- Reservation history and preferred vehicle categories
- Billing and payment details (only to the necessary extent)
- Website traffic data, IP address, browser type, and cookie data
Purposes of Processing Personal Data
The data collected by Edition Car Rental is processed for the following purposes:
- Receiving, confirming, and managing vehicle rental reservations
- Conducting customer relations and providing support services
- Issuing invoices, processing payments, and maintaining financial records
- Improving website and mobile application experience
- Providing campaign, promotion, and discount announcements (where consent is given)
- Fulfilling legal obligations and sharing data with official authorities when required
All data is stored only for the stated purposes and retained for a limited period.
Data Sharing and Third-Party Service Providers
Before sharing your personal data with third parties, Edition Car Rental takes all necessary security measures. Your data may only be shared in the following cases:
- Mandatory sharing with public institutions due to legal obligations
- Transactions involving payment providers, banks, or insurance companies
- System-related sharing with our business partners and technical infrastructure providers
- Sharing with our lawyers, financial advisors, or legal representatives to protect legal rights
All third parties are required to sign a confidentiality agreement with Edition Car Rental and may use your data solely for the purposes stated above.
Data Retention Period
Personal data is retained only as long as required by legal obligations and service agreements. For example, accounting records may be stored for 10 years, and rental agreements for 5 years. Once the retention period expires, the data is securely anonymized or permanently deleted.
User Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- To learn what data of yours is being processed
- To request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- To request deletion or anonymization of your data
- To object to data-processing activities
- To request information about data sharing with third parties
- To exercise your right to data portability
To exercise these rights, you may email us at [email protected]. Your requests will be answered within 30 days in accordance with the law.
Use of Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, perform statistical analysis, and personalize advertisements. Cookies are small text files stored in your browser that allow the website to recognize you.
Types of Cookies Used
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for the proper functioning of the website. For example, login sessions, cart management, and security operations depend on these cookies.
- Performance Cookies: Help us analyze website traffic and understand how visitors use our site.
- Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences (such as language or location) to provide a personalized experience.
- Advertising and Targeting Cookies: Used to show content and promotions relevant to your interests.
How to Manage Cookies
You can modify your browser settings to accept, reject, or allow only certain types of cookies. However, disabling necessary cookies may cause some parts of our website to malfunction.
Browser-specific cookie management links:
Purpose of Cookie Usage
Edition Car Rental uses cookies only for the following purposes:
- Measuring and improving site performance
- Personalizing the user experience based on preferences
- Monitoring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Ensuring secure login and user authentication
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Meta (Facebook) Pixel. These providers may track user behavior anonymously via cookies. The collected data is used solely for analytical and performance-measurement purposes and does not include any personally identifiable information.
Data Security Measures
Edition Car Rental employs modern security technologies to protect your personal data, including:
- SSL certificates encrypt all data transmissions.
- Firewalls and antivirus systems safeguard against unauthorized access.
- Servers are regularly updated and audited.
- Employees are trained on data-privacy best practices.
International Data Transfers
In some cases, our service providers may be located abroad. In such situations, your data is transferred only to countries with adequate security levels and in compliance with KVKK and GDPR provisions. All transfers are made with your explicit consent.
Marketing Communications and Permissions
You can choose whether to receive information about our campaigns, offers, and special deals. You may unsubscribe from email or SMS communications at any time. To update your communication preferences, adjust your account settings or contact us directly.
Children’s Privacy
Edition Car Rental’s services are not directed toward individuals under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If a parent or guardian believes that a child’s information has been shared inadvertently, they may contact us to request deletion.
Policy Updates
Our Privacy and Cookie Policy may be updated due to technological developments, legal changes, or service enhancements. You can always access the latest version on our website. Updates take effect immediately upon publication.
Contact Information
Edition Car Rental
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0850 303 61 54
Disclaimer
External links on the Edition Car Rental website (e.g., third-party payment pages or map services) may be subject to different privacy policies. Edition Car Rental is not responsible for the content or security policies of these external sites. Users are advised to review their privacy terms before proceeding.
Consent and Acceptance
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted all the terms outlined in this Privacy and Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through the notification banner on our website.
