Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2026
Café Izmir ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates www.cafeizmir.net (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all its content, functionality, and services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Website includes:
- Name: Collected when you register, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us directly.
- Email Address: Used for account creation, communication, and marketing purposes.
- IP Address: Automatically collected to identify your location, device, and browsing behaviour.
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device to enhance user experience and track interactions.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Website, including pages visited, time spent, referral sources, and clickthrough data for affiliate tracking purposes.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand Website traffic patterns and user behaviour.
- Affiliate Tracking: To monitor and attribute referrals to casino partners and measure affiliate commission eligibility.
- Site Improvement: To enhance functionality, user experience, and content relevance.
- To send promotional content, newsletters, and marketing communications (with your consent where required).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
- To prevent fraud and ensure Website security.
Cookie Policy
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to analyse user behaviour and Website performance.
- Affiliate/Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals and conversions for affiliate programme purposes.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalised content and advertisements.
Opt-Out Options: You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality. You may also opt out of third-party cookies using industry opt-out tools available at www.youronlinechoices.com (UK/EU).
Third-Party Links
The Website contains links to third-party casino operators, betting platforms, and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these external websites. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party site before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Please note: Any links to casino or gambling platforms are provided for informational and affiliate purposes only. We do not control these third parties' data handling practices.
Your Rights
UK and EU Residents (GDPR): You have the right to:
- Access your personal data and receive a copy.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten").
- Restrict or object to processing of your data.
- Data portability (receive data in a structured format).
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (e.g., the Information Commissioner's Office in the UK).
US Residents (CCPA): California residents may have the right to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information, subject to certain exemptions.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfil legal obligations, or pursue legitimate interests. Generally:
- Account and contact information is retained for the duration of your use of the Website plus a reasonable period thereafter.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with our affiliate programme requirements and applicable tax laws.
- Analytics and usage data may be retained in anonymised form indefinitely.
- Marketing preferences are retained until you unsubscribe.
If you wish to request data deletion, please contact us.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, requests to exercise your rights, or concerns about our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your request within 30 days in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
This Privacy Policy was last updated in January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review this page regularly for any changes.