Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 21, 2026
At smskodu.com, we attach great importance to the security and privacy of our users' personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected when you visit our website or use our services, how that information is used, and how it is protected.
By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to:
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The smskodu.com website
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Registered users
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Website visitors
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Customers who purchase our services
2. Information We Collect
To provide our services, we may collect and process the following information:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Account information
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IP address
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Browser and device information
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Transaction records
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Order history
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Customer support requests
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Website usage statistics
Payment card information is not stored by us. All payment transactions are securely processed by authorized payment service providers.
3. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect may be used for the following purposes:
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Creating and managing user accounts
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Providing SMS verification services
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Processing orders
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Providing technical support
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Preventing security breaches
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Detecting fraudulent activities
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Improving service performance
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Complying with legal obligations
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Enhancing the user experience
4. SMS Verification Service
Virtual phone numbers provided through smskodu.com are intended solely for SMS verification purposes.
Verification messages received through our service may be processed automatically by our system. Once the service has been completed, these messages may be retained for a limited period as required for technical purposes or permanently deleted.
Users are responsible for using our services in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
5. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to provide a better user experience.
Cookies may be used for:
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Session management
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Security authentication
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Language preferences
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Analytics
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Performance optimization
You may disable or manage cookies at any time through your browser settings.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data.
These measures include:
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SSL/TLS encryption
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Firewall protection
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Access control mechanisms
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Secure server infrastructure
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Regular data backups
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Access logging
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Security updates
7. Sharing of Information
Your personal information will not be sold, rented, or shared for commercial purposes except in the following circumstances:
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When required by law
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Pursuant to a court order
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Upon request from authorized public authorities
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To facilitate payment processing
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To technical infrastructure and hosting service providers involved in delivering our services
8. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained:
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For the duration of our service relationship
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As required by tax and accounting regulations
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For the retention periods specified under applicable laws
After the applicable retention period expires, personal data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Your Rights
Subject to applicable data protection laws, users have the right to:
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Know whether their personal data is being processed
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Access their personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request deletion of their personal data
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Object to data processing
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Request data portability
All requests will be reviewed and responded to within a reasonable timeframe.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
smskodu.com is not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of such external websites.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be published on our website and will become effective upon publication.
12. Contact
If you have any questions, suggestions, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us via email.
info@smskodu.com
Final Provisions
By continuing to use smskodu.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy has been prepared in accordance with the fundamental principles of the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK No. 6698) and the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).