Privacy Policy and Data Protection Notice for Membership

(Prepared in accordance with the GDPR, Turkish KVKK, and international data protection standards)

About This Notice

This notice explains how personal data is collected, processed, and protected by Cello Society Müzik Hizmetleri Limited Şirketi (https://www.cellosociety.co) in the context of membership registration and use of the website.

What Data We Collect

During membership registration, users may be asked to provide personal information such as:

• Full name
• Email address
• Country of residence
• Username and password
• User preferences or profile information

Purpose of Processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:

• To create and manage user accounts
• To allow access to member-only features
• To send relevant notifications and service updates
• To personalize user experience
• To comply with legal obligations

Legal Basis

Data is processed based on legitimate interest, contractual necessity, and compliance with legal obligations. In some cases, data may also be processed with the user’s explicit consent.

Storage and Security

All data is securely stored and access is restricted to authorized personnel only. Data will be retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, or as required by law.

Data Sharing

No personal data is shared with third parties for commercial purposes. If third-party service providers (such as hosting or analytics services) are used, appropriate data protection agreements are in place.

International Users

For users outside Turkey and the European Union (including the United States), please note that local data protection regulations may vary. Regardless of location, all data is handled with care and in accordance with global data protection principles.

Your Rights

All users have the right to:

• Access their personal data
• Request correction or deletion of data
• Object to or restrict certain types of processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent where applicable

Important Notice for Prize-Based Activities

From time to time, Cello Society may organize online contests or prize-based knowledge competitions. In such cases, the personal information submitted during registration may be reviewed to validate a winner’s eligibility. If any inconsistencies or inaccuracies are found in the data provided during the membership registration process, the participant may be disqualified from receiving the prize. It is the responsibility of each member to ensure that their account information is accurate and up to date.

For any questions or concerns about data privacy, please contact us using the contact information provided on our website.