Last Updated: [12.02.2025]
Welcome to EST Snap Real Estate (https://estsnap.tr). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
1. Who We Are
EST Snap Real Estate (“we,” “our,” “us”) operates an online real estate listing platform that serves both local and international users.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal data to enhance user experience and site functionality.
a. Comments & User-Generated Content
When you leave a comment or submit information via forms, we collect:
- Name and email address (if provided)
- IP address and browser user agent (for spam detection)
- An anonymized hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar (Gravatar’s privacy policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/)
b. Media Uploads
If you upload images to the website, avoid embedding location data (EXIF GPS). Other users can download and extract location data from images.
c. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Cookies are used for functionality and convenience. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser.
- Comment cookies: Saves your name, email, and website for one year.
- Login cookies: Lasts two days; “Remember Me” option extends to two weeks.
- Editing cookies: Expires after 24 hours.
- Session cookies: Automatically deleted when you close the browser.
d. Embedded Content from Third-Party Websites
Our site may include embedded videos, images, and links from third-party websites (e.g., YouTube, social media platforms). These websites may track your interactions, collect data, and use cookies per their policies.
e. Analytics & Third-Party Services
We may use analytics tools like Google Analytics to understand user behavior. Third-party services may also process your data according to their policies.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use collected information to:
- Improve our website’s functionality and user experience
- Monitor and prevent spam or security threats
- Process inquiries and communicate with users
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
4. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it in the following cases:
- Legal obligations: If required by law or legal process
- Security and fraud prevention: To protect users and prevent malicious activity
- Third-party integrations: If using embedded content, analytics, or spam detection services (e.g., Google, Akismet, Cloudflare)
5. How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments and associated metadata are stored indefinitely.
- Registered users can view, edit, or delete their personal data at any time (except usernames, which cannot be changed).
- Administrators can see and modify user information.
6. Your Rights Over Your Data
If you have an account or have left comments, you can request:
- Data access: Receive an exported file of your personal data.
- Data deletion: Request removal of your personal data (excluding legal or security-required data).
To make a request, please contact us at [Your Contact Email].
7. Data Security Measures
We take necessary steps to protect your information, including:
- Secure encryption for data transmission
- Regular security audits and malware scans
- Limiting access to authorized personnel only
8. Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be processed through an automated spam detection service (e.g., Akismet).
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be reflected on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
For questions or concerns, please contact us at [Your Contact Email].
By using our website, you consent to this Privacy Policy.