Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

This Privacy Policy describes how Barbaros Karagülmez ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our websites, applications, and services (collectively, the "Services"), including Operation Chat and other products available at barbaros.dev.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as:

• Account information (email address, username)
• Payment information (processed securely by Paddle)
• Communications you send to us
• Any other information you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we automatically collect:

• Log information (IP address, browser type, access times)
• Device information (hardware model, operating system)
• Usage information (features used, actions taken)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send technical notices and support messages
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Detect and prevent fraud and abuse

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., Paddle for payment processing)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4. Payment Processing

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us at barbarkaragul@gmail.com.

8. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it.

10. Changes 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 "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: