Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 23, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to the privacy policy for Op. Dr. Volkan Arayıcı. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, use, and protection of your data when you visit our website. Our procedures are designed to comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information Collection

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us as well as data gathered automatically when you interact with our website.

Personal Information: This includes data you submit through our contact forms, consultation requests, or other direct communications. The information may include your name, email address, phone number, country of residence, and any health-related details you choose to share to evaluate your eligibility for our medical services.
Non-Personal Information: When you visit our website, we may automatically collect technical information about your device and browsing activity. This can include your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, and the duration of your visit. This data is collected to improve website functionality and user experience.

3. Use of Information

The information we collect is used for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes. These include:

To respond to your inquiries and provide you with information about our services.
To schedule and conduct preliminary consultations.
To personalize your experience on our website.
To improve our website, services, and patient communications.
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
For internal analysis and record-keeping.

We process your personal data based on your consent, the necessity to fulfill a contract (such as providing medical services), or our legitimate interest in operating and improving our practice.

4. Data Sharing

We hold your privacy in the highest regard and do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

With Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party companies to perform functions on our behalf, such as website hosting and analytics. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and may only use it to perform the services we have requested.
For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
With Your Consent: We may share your information with other parties with your explicit consent.

5. Data Security

We implement a variety of administrative, technical, and physical security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. These measures are designed to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We use secure servers and encryption technologies to safeguard sensitive information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. User Rights

In accordance with GDPR and CCPA, you have specific rights regarding your personal data. These rights include:

The Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
The Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
The Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You can request that we delete your personal data, under certain conditions.
The Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
The Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
The Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.

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

7. Cookies

Our website uses „cookies“ to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve our site and your experience. We use cookies to understand site usage, remember your preferences, and gather analytical data.

You have the option to accept or refuse these cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the „Last Updated“ date at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Op. Dr. Volkan Arayıcı
[info@volkanarayici.com]
[+905324666767]