Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The PEKUNLU HALTER application ("App") is developed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. İzzet İNCE. This privacy policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and protected when you use the application.

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this privacy policy.

2. Information We Collect

PEKUNLU HALTER application may collect the following information:

2.1. User-Provided Information

• Personal Information: First name, last name, date of birth
• Physical Information: Body weight, height, weight category
• Training Data: Snatch, clean & jerk, and total lift values, training dates and notes
• Goals and Records: Personal records and goals

2.2. Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version
• Usage Data: App usage statistics, error reports

3. How We Use Information

The collected information is used for the following purposes:

• Providing core app functionality (training logging, tracking, analysis)
• Delivering personalized experience
• Generating performance statistics and charts
• Improving the app and fixing bugs
• Providing user support

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored locally on your device only. The PEKUNLU HALTER application does not send your personal data to external servers or third-party services.

The following measures are taken to secure your data:

• All data is stored in your device's secure local storage
• Data is protected with encryption
• App security updates are performed regularly

5. Data Sharing

Your personal data is never shared with third parties, organizations, or companies under any circumstances.

Your data will not be shared except in the following cases:

• When legally required
• With your explicit consent

6. Third-Party Services

The PEKUNLU HALTER application may use some third-party services:

• Google Play Services: App distribution and update services
• Firebase Analytics (optional): Anonymous usage statistics

These services have their own privacy policies, and we have no control over these policies.

7. Children's Privacy

Our application is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from users under 13. If a parent or guardian becomes aware that their child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. User Rights

As users, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: You can access your data at any time from within the app
• Right to Rectification: You can correct incorrect or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: You can delete all your data from app settings
• Data Portability: You can export your data

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The app uses local storage for basic functionality but does not use web cookies or third-party tracking tools.

10. Privacy Policy Changes

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. When significant changes occur, a notification will be made within the app. The updated policy will be effective from the date of publication.

We recommend that you review this page regularly to stay informed of any changes.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about our privacy policy or data processing, please contact us:

12. Legal Compliance

This privacy policy is prepared in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Turkey and the Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK / GDPR equivalent).

13. Consent

By using the PEKUNLU HALTER application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this privacy policy.

Last Updated: November 20, 2025