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Published by Apical Group LLC

Last Updated: June 5, 2026

1. Introduction: This Privacy Policy explains how Apical Group LLC (“Apical Group,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, processes, stores, and protects personal information obtained through the Global Turkish website, platforms, and services (collectively, the “Site”). 

By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the data practices described herein. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Site. 

2. Information We Collect 

2.1 Personal Information: We may collect information that identifies or may reasonably be associated with an individual, including but not limited to: full name, email address, subscription and payment details, government-issued identification (for contributor verification only), communications with our editorial or administrative teams. 

2.2 Non-Personal and Usage Data: We may collect non-identifying information, including: IP address, browser and device information, operating system, pages visited, time spent, and interaction data, referring URLs.

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to operate the Site, analyze usage, manage subscriptions, and improve user experience. Additional details are provided in our Cookie Policy. 

3. How We Use Information: We use collected information to: operate, maintain, and secure the Site, manage subscriptions and payments, review submissions and verify contributors, communicate with users and contributors, perform analytics and performance monitoring, comply with legal obligations, prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access. We do not sell personal information.

4. Legal Basis for Processing: Personal data is processed based on one or more of the following: user consent, performance of a contract, legitimate business interests, compliance with legal obligations. 

5. Disclosure of Information: We may disclose information: to service providers supporting hosting, analytics, payment processing, or security, to comply with laws, court orders, or legal processes, to protect the rights, property, or safety of Global Turkish/Apical Group LLC , users, or the public, in connection with a corporate transaction such as a merger or asset sale. Disclosures are limited to what is reasonably necessary. 

6. Contributor Identity Verification: Contributors may be required to provide government-issued identification for verification purposes. Such information is: used solely for verification, stored securely, not published or publicly disclosed. Retained only as long as legally or operationally necessary.

7. Data Retention: We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. Data Security: We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. In the event of a data breach involving personal information, Apical Group LLC will take reasonable steps to notify affected users as required by applicable law.

9. User Rights and Choices: Depending on applicable law, users may have the right to: request access to personal data, request correction or deletion of personal data, withdraw consent where processing is based on consent, opt out of non-essential cookies. Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.

10. Children’s Privacy: The Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Any such information will be promptly deleted if discovered.

11. Third-Party Services: The Site may contain links to third-party websites or embedded services. Apical Group LLC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third parties. 

12. International Users and Data Transfers: The site is operated from the United States. By using the Site, international users consent to the transfer and processing of personal data in the United States, where data protection laws may differ. 

13. U.S. State Privacy Rights 

13.1 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): California residents may have the right to: know what personal information is collected, request access to personal information, request deletion of personal information, subject to legal exceptions, opt out of the sale of personal information. Apical Group LLC does not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA and will not discriminate against users for exercising their rights.

13.2 Wisconsin Privacy Laws – General Privacy (DATCP): Wisconsin residents may have the right to consent to the data practices described by State of Wisconsin. Requests will be handled in accordance with Wisconsin law and subject to verification.

14. European Union – GDPR

14.1 Scope

For users located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, Apical Group LLC acts as a data controller.

14.2 GDPR Rights: Eligible users may have the right to: Access personal data, request rectification or erasure, restrict or object to processing, request data portability, withdraw consent at any time.  

14.3 Legal Basis and Transfers: Personal data is processed under lawful bases including consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interests, and legal obligations. Data may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

14.4 Supervisory Authority: EEA users may lodge a complaint with their local data protection authority.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy: Apical Group LLC may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on the Site with an updated effective date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

16. Contact Information

Privacy-related requests or inquiries may be directed to:

Bilend Şengün

Email: sengun@me.com

Mailing Address: 5114 S 27th St, Suite #210982, Milwaukee, WI 53221 USA. 

17. Governing Law: This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to conflict of law principles.

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