Protection of Personal Data

The protection of personal data is a crucial area of law aimed at safeguarding individuals’ privacy and ensuring the security of personal information. Karayel Law Firm provides professional consultancy to assist companies and individuals in fulfilling their obligations under Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK), taking preventive measures against data breaches, and managing legal procedures when necessary.

Data controllers are required to comply with KVKK when processing personal data. Personal data cannot be collected or shared with third parties without the explicit consent of the data subject. Karayel Law Firm guides companies through the processes of creating data inventories, drafting consent forms, and fulfilling their obligation to inform data subjects.

Registration in the VERBIS system (Data Controllers' Registry) is a legal obligation, particularly for commercial entities. Failure to register or submitting incomplete information within the deadline may result in administrative fines. Karayel Law Firm provides full support to ensure accurate and timely registration with VERBIS.

In the event of a data breach, it is mandatory to notify both the Personal Data Protection Authority and the affected individuals. The scope, cause, and preventive measures of the breach must be documented and reported in detail. Karayel Law Firm offers rapid crisis management and legal reporting services in response to potential data breaches.

Personal data is processed in various contexts such as employee records, customer information, surveillance footage, and internet cookies. Each of these areas requires specific policies and procedures. Karayel Law Firm supports businesses in aligning their internal regulations with KVKK by preparing data protection policies, reviewing contracts, and providing staff training.

Under KVKK, data subjects have rights such as learning whether their data has been processed, requesting its deletion, objecting to its use, and claiming compensation in case of damage. Karayel Law Firm manages the assessment of these requests and initiates legal proceedings on behalf of its clients when necessary.

Karayel Law Firm provides full compliance consultancy, legal representation, and breach management services in the field of personal data protection for both individuals and organizations. Ensuring personal data security is vital for protecting corporate reputation and avoiding legal sanctions.