Cookie Policy
Softage Yazilim Anonim Sirketi (Estesoft)
Last updated: April 8, 2026
1. Data Controller
Softage Yazilim Anonim Sirketi ("Estesoft"), registered at Istanbul Trade Registry, located at Ahmet Yesevi Mah. Kerem Sk. No:9 Teknopol Istanbul, 34903 Pendik/Istanbul, Turkey.
- Company: Softage Yazilim A.S.
- Address: Ahmet Yesevi Mah. Kerem Sk. No:9 Teknopol Istanbul, 34903 Pendik/Istanbul
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +90 (216) 504 70 06
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device through your browser when you visit our website. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and understand how you use our site.
Types of Cookies
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Used for session management and security verification.
Persistent Cookies
Cookies that remain on your device for a set period. For example, your language preference may be stored for up to 1 year.
First-Party Cookies
Cookies created and managed directly by estesoft.com.tr.
Third-Party Cookies
Cookies created by external service providers such as Google Analytics and Google Ads. These cookies are subject to the respective third party's privacy policy.
3. Legal Basis
Our cookie usage complies with the following regulations:
- Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK) - Article 5: Conditions for processing personal data, Article 10: Obligation to inform
- Electronic Communications Law No. 5809 - Article 51: Prior information and consent for storing information on user devices
- Personal Data Protection Board decisions - Explicit consent (opt-in) required for non-essential cookies
4. Cookie Categories
4.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
Cookies required for the basic functionality of the website. These cookies cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | First party |
| __Host-next-* | Session management and security | Session | First party |
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (KVKK Art. 5/2-f)
4.2 Functional Cookies (Explicit Consent Required)
Cookies that enable personalization features such as language preference and region settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEXT_LOCALE | Remembers your language preference | 1 year | First party |
Legal basis: Explicit consent (KVKK Art. 5/1)
4.3 Analytics Cookies (Explicit Consent Required)
Cookies that help us understand how visitors use our website. Collected data is anonymized.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - visitor identification | 2 years | Google LLC |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - session state | 2 years | Google LLC |
| _gid | Google Analytics - 24-hour visitor identification | 24 hours | Google LLC |
Legal basis: Explicit consent (KVKK Art. 5/1) | International transfer: USA (Google LLC) - based on your explicit consent under KVKK Art. 9
4.4 Marketing Cookies (Explicit Consent Required)
Cookies used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads - conversion tracking | 90 days | Google LLC |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads - stores advertising user ID | 90 days | Google LLC |
| gclid | Google Ads - stores ad click identifier | 90 days | First party |
| _gac_* | Google Ads - stores campaign information | 90 days | Google LLC |
Legal basis: Explicit consent (KVKK Art. 5/1) | International transfer: USA (Google LLC) - based on your explicit consent under KVKK Art. 9
5. Third-Party Cookies and Data Transfer
We use third-party cookies to measure website usage, improve our services, and track advertising performance. These cookies are created by the following service providers:
- Google Analytics: An analytics tool that helps us understand how visitors use our site. Collected data is anonymized. Google Privacy Policy
- Google Ads: Used to measure our advertising campaign performance and track conversions. Google Ads Policy
Data collected through these services may be processed on servers in the United States by Google LLC. This international data transfer is based on your explicit consent under KVKK Article 9. These cookies are only activated when you give your consent.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences through the following methods:
- Cookie Preference Center: Click the "Cookie Settings" button at the bottom of our website to change your cookie preferences at any time.
- Browser Settings: You can block or delete all or specific cookies through your browser settings.
Browser Cookie Management
Use the links below to access your browser's cookie settings:
- Google Chrome — Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Safari — Preferences > Privacy > Manage Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox — Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Microsoft Edge — Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
Important: Disabling essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly. Blocking all cookies through browser settings may cause some features of our website to stop working.
7. Your Rights Under KVKK
Under Article 11 of KVKK Law No. 6698, you have the following rights:
- To learn whether your personal data is being processed
- To request information about the processing of your personal data
- To learn the purpose of processing and whether your data is used accordingly
- To know the third parties to whom your personal data is transferred domestically or abroad
- To request correction if your personal data is incomplete or inaccurately processed
- To request deletion or destruction of your personal data under the conditions set forth in Article 7 of KVKK
- To object to any negative result arising from analysis of processed data exclusively through automated systems
- To claim compensation for damages arising from unlawful processing of your personal data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
8. Policy Changes
We reserve the right to update this cookie policy in accordance with legal requirements and changes in our services. The updated policy becomes effective on the date it is published on our website.
9. Contact
For questions about our cookie policy or the processing of your personal data:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +90 (216) 504 70 06
- Address: Ahmet Yesevi Mah. Kerem Sk. No:9 Teknopol Istanbul, 34903 Pendik/Istanbul