Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy has been prepared to inform all members and all users about the types of cookies used on our website (the “Website”) at www.nook.istanbul, the purposes of their use, and the settings, management, and deletion of these cookies. Some internet cookies are used to offer a better user experience to the members and users visiting the Website and to collect information regarding site usage during visits. The purpose of using cookies is to provide ease to the user visiting the Website and to enhance the usage experience on the Website.

Cookie

A cookie is the name given to the small-sized text file recorded on a computer or mobile device via the browser used when a website is visited. The collection and processing of cookies ensure a more efficient operation of a website and allow for the presentation of personalized pages for a faster visit experience, tailored to the personal needs of those using the website. The said cookies only contain information related to the visit made to the Website ; no information is collected regarding files stored on the computer or mobile device where the browser used for login is installed.

Types of Cookies and Purposes of Use

The cookies used are of two types according to their validity periods: Permanent Cookies and Temporary Cookies. Temporary cookies are generated during the user’s visit to the Website and remain valid until the browser connected to the Website is closed. Permanent cookies are generated during the users’ visit to the Website but remain valid until deleted by the user or until their cookie storage period expires. The types of cookies used on our Website and the purpose of their use are as follows:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are cookies that are mandatory for the proper functioning of the Website at www.nook.istanbul and whose blocking makes the operation of the Website impossible. These cookies are mandatory for user information/member information verification and for the management of the system related to open sessions. These strictly necessary cookies are used for the operation and security of the Website.

Functionality Cookies: These are cookies used to remember the visit preferences made by the members and users visiting the Website at www.nook.istanbul. The use of these cookies can be blocked by the user and/or members. However, if the use of such cookies is not permitted, the use of a feature specific to the member and/or user and the Website’s ability to remember your preferences will be prevented. For example, the remembrance of the user and/or member’s text font selection is provided with these cookies.

Performance and Analytics Cookies: These are cookies that help to improve the Website at www.nook.istanbul in order to increase the quality of service. These cookies collect information from the actions performed by the members and users using the Website. The collected information is used to check whether the Website is working as required and to detect errors if any. The use of these cookies can be blocked by the user and/or member.

Targeting and Advertising Cookies: These are cookies used to define products and services for user and/or members, and to detect and present content (including advertising content) that may be of interest to the user and/or member on the Website or outside media, and to present it personalized. The user and/or member can block the use of these cookies. However, if these cookies are blocked, general content suggestions and advertisements are shown instead of personalized content and advertisements.

Collection of Cookies

Cookie data is collected via the devices containing the browser used to access the Website at www.nook.istanbul. The collected cookies are specific to the devices and can be deleted by the device owner or access to these cookies can be blocked, optionally.

Data Processed via Cookies

Data regarding browsing and usage preferences on the device used to access the Website are collected and processed via cookies, depending on the cookie type. Our website uses cookies for purposes such as ensuring security by detecting suspicious activities, increasing functionality and performance according to user preferences, developing and personalizing products and services, facilitating access to these services, and fulfilling contractual and legal responsibilities. Furthermore, advertising cookies and information sharing with third parties are also involved to connect users with broader service providers.