COOKIE POLICY

The website with the domain name "[https://arwenacademy.com/](https://arwenacademy.com/)" (“Website”), operated by "Arwen Academy", located at “Büchel 51, 41460 Neuss”, acting as the "Data Controller", is responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data, as well as the establishment and management of the data recording system.

In accordance with the "Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (“Law”)", we would like to inform you regarding the collection, storage, and transfer of your personal data obtained in connection with your use of the Website, as well as the procedures and principles of processing within the scope of Article 3 of the Law titled “Definitions.”

Purposes of Processing Personal Data

According to Article 3 of the Law, personal data refers to “any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.” This may include your name, address, e-mail address, or phone number. Furthermore, information/data collected through cookies that does not directly allow your identification (e.g., how you use the Website, which sections you visit) may also be qualified as personal data if it is collected, stored, and evaluated on the basis of an identity assigned to the user/visitor and is thus individualized.

We process the personal data of internet users and visitors to facilitate the use of the Website through cookies and to customize the Website in line with the interests and needs of users and visitors. We also process anonymous and aggregated statistical data that allows us to understand how visitors use the Website, helping us improve its structure and content. This data does not consist of information that enables us to identify you.

To Whom and For What Purpose Personal Data May Be Transferred

In accordance with Articles 8 and 9 of the Law, your collected personal data may be shared with legally authorized authorities upon their request, only to the extent necessary to fulfill our legal obligations as Arwen Academy.

Method and Legal Ground for Personal Data Collection

Personal data regarding current and potential internet users and visitors is collected by Arwen Academy through the placement of cookies on the Website. This collection is based on the legal ground of the "legitimate interests of Arwen Academy", provided that it does not harm the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subjects, enabling Arwen Academy to conduct its activities and offer its products.

Network Server Data Log

When you access the Website, your web browser is configured to automatically transfer the following data to our internet server, subsequently recording it in the data logs:

* Date of entry,

* Time of entry,

* URL of the referring website,

* Files accessed,

* Amount of data transmitted,

* Browser type and version,

* Operating system,

* IP address,

* Domain name of your internet service provider.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your hard drive by a web page server. In this way, we automatically obtain certain data such as IP address, browser used, the operating system on your computer, and your internet connection.

This Website uses "Google Analytics", a web analysis service provided by Google Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies to help the website analyze how users use the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the Website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information to evaluate your use of the Website, compile reports on Website activity, and provide other services related to Website activity and internet usage.

Mandatory, functional, and analytical cookies used by our site:

* Necessary for the intended use of the website interface and features.

* Allow you to accelerate activities during future visits.

* Help us gather statistical data and develop content accordingly by understanding how the website is used by visitors.

* Under no circumstances do they collect, store, or process data that would enable us to identify you; they do not constitute personal data.

1. NECESSARY COOKIES: These enable the Website to function properly and allow you to use all its features (e.g., remembering previous actions in the same session). They do not identify you. If refused, some features may be unavailable. 

2. PERFORMANCE COOKIES: These collect information about how the Website is used (e.g., most visited pages, time spent, error messages) to help us improve. This data is recorded anonymously; no identifiable information is stored. 

3. FUNCTIONAL COOKIES: These provide a more personalized experience by remembering your choices (e.g., username, language). Data stored is anonymous. If refused, performance and functionality may be affected. 

4. TARGETING/ADVERTISING: Used to deliver content/products relevant to your interests. Currently, we do not use targeting or advertising cookies for personalizing ads or measuring campaign effectiveness. 

Managing Cookie Settings

We recommend accepting cookies to use the Website most efficiently. You can view the Website without cookies, as browsers are typically set to accept them by default. You can stop the use of cookies at any time via your browser settings. Please use your browser's "help" function to learn how to change these settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.

Rights of the Data Subject

In accordance with Article 11 of the Law (“Rights of the Data Subject”), you have the right to apply to Arwen Academy to:

* Learn whether your personal data is processed,

* Request information if your data has been processed,

* Learn the purpose of the processing and whether data is used for that purpose,

* Know the third parties to whom data is transferred (domestic or abroad),

* Request rectification of incomplete or inaccurate data,

* Request erasure or destruction of data under the conditions set forth in the Law,

* Object to results occurring exclusively through automated systems,

* Claim compensation for damages arising from unlawful processing.

Your requests will be finalized by Arwen Academy free of charge as soon as possible and within thirty days at the latest. However, if the transaction requires an additional cost, the fee in the tariff determined by the Personal Data Protection Board may be charged.

Exercise of Rights, Application, and Contact

You may submit your requests regarding your rights by filling out the "Data Controller Application Form" and delivering it with a wet signature to “Büchel 51, 41460 Neuss” in person, via notary, or through other methods specified in the Law.

Links to Other Websites

The Website contains links to other websites. We have no influence over whether the administrators of these sites comply with data protection provisions. Arwen Academy is not responsible for the content of linked sites and has no authority to intervene in their content.

Amendments

As the Website evolves based on technological and legal developments, this Cookie Policy will be updated accordingly. The current version will always be available at "[https://arwenacademy.com/](https://arwenacademy.com/)".