PRIVACY

Privacy Policy Last Update: 05 May 2025

1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Acar Work (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, acar.work (the “Site”), or use our services.

We are dedicated to being transparent about the data we collect and how we use it. By using our Site, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services. The types of information we collect fall into two categories:

  • A. Information You Provide to Us: This is data you voluntarily submit.
    • Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and company name when you fill out our contact forms or inquire about our services.
    • Communications: Any messages, files, or feedback you send to us directly.
  • B. Information We Collect Automatically: This data is collected automatically as you navigate our Site.
    • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you view, and the dates/times of your visit.
    • Cookies and Tracking Data: We use cookies and similar technologies to track activity on our Site and hold certain information. (See Section 4 for details).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect for the following specific purposes:

  • To Provide and Manage Our Services: To operate our Site, deliver the services you have requested, and manage our client projects.
  • To Communicate With You: To respond to your inquiries, send you project-related updates, provide customer support, and share information you’ve requested.
  • To Improve Our Site: To understand how users interact with our Site, allowing us to enhance its functionality, design, and user experience (e.g., via analytics).
  • For Marketing (With Your Consent): To send you newsletters, service updates, or promotional materials that we believe may interest you. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
  • For Security and Legal Compliance: To protect our Site from fraud, prevent abuse, and comply with our legal obligations or lawful government requests.

4. How We Share Your Information

Your trust is a priority. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party companies that help us operate our business (e.g., website hosting, data analytics like Google Analytics, email marketing services). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services we’ve requested.
  • For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, prevent fraud, or ensure the safety of our users.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses “cookies”—small text files stored on your device—to help our Site function and to analyze user behavior.

  • Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the Site to function correctly (e.g., remembering your cookie consent).
  • Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting information anonymously (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Performance Cookies: These are used to improve the performance and functionality of our Site.

You have control over cookies. Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through their settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use SSL encryption (the “lock” icon) for all data transmitted to and from our Site.

However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Data Rights

You have specific rights regarding your personal information. Depending on your location (e.g., in the EU or Turkey), these rights may include:

  • The Right to Access: You can request copies of the personal data we hold about you.
  • The Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
  • The Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You can request that we delete your personal data under certain conditions.
  • The Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your data, particularly for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Data Retention

We will only retain your personal information for as long as it is necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, or as required by law (e.g., for tax or accounting purposes).

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be stored and processed on servers located outside of your country of residence, where data protection laws may differ. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of this information to other countries, and we will take all reasonable steps to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this policy.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Effective Date” at the top. We recommend you review this page periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us: