Privacy Policy – Personal Data Protection Notification (KVKK Aydınlatma Metni)
Last Updated: February 11, 2026
Data Controller
The data controller is the operator of this online shop: Independent Republic Siberia souvenirs shop (hereinafter referred to as «we», «us», or «our shop»), located in Bursa, Republic of Türkiye.
We act as the data controller under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 («KVKK») and related regulations. Our contact details are available on the website for any inquiries regarding your personal data.
Principles We Follow
We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data in full compliance with KVKK. We process personal data lawfully, fairly, transparently, for specified and legitimate purposes, in a limited and proportionate manner, accurately, for no longer than necessary, and with appropriate security measures.
Data We Collect and Process
We do not track or store private data related to your website usage. This means: We do not use Google Analytics or any similar third-party tracking, analytics, or behavioral monitoring tools.
We do not collect or store cookies for tracking purposes, profiling, advertising, or session analysis beyond what is strictly necessary for basic site functionality (e.g., essential cookies for cart operation or secure checkout, if applicable).
We do not log IP addresses, browsing behavior, device information, or visit duration’s for non-essential purposes.
We only collect and process personal data when you voluntarily provide it, specifically in these cases: Guest checkout or order placement: Name, surname, shipping address, billing address (if different), email address, phone number (for delivery updates), and payment details (processed securely via third-party payment gateways; we do not store full card information).
If you register an account on our shop: In addition to the above, username/password (stored hashed), order history linked to your account, and any optional details you provide (e.g., preferences).
This data is processed solely for the purposes of fulfilling your orders, processing payments, arranging production and shipping through our fulfillment partner (Printful® Inc. and or Printify, Inc.), sending order confirmations/updates, and handling any necessary customer service related to your purchase.
Legal Basis for Processing
Your personal data is processed based on the following KVKK-compliant legal grounds: Establishment and performance of a contract (Article 5/2-c of KVKK) – for order fulfillment and delivery.
Legitimate interests of the data controller (Article 5/2-f) – limited to basic operational needs like fraud prevention or communication.
Compliance with legal obligations (e.g., tax, invoicing, or consumer protection laws under Turkish law).
We do not rely on explicit consent for core order processing, as it is not required under KVKK for contractual necessities. Consent would only be sought if we ever introduce optional features (e.g., marketing emails), which we currently do not.
Data Sharing and Transfers
We share your data only as necessary: With Printful® Inc. and or Printify, Inc. (our print-on-demand and fulfillment partner, located outside Turkey) for production, packaging, and shipping. International transfers are handled in compliance with KVKK Article 9 requirements (e.g., adequacy decisions or appropriate safeguards where applicable).
With payment service providers for secure transactions.
With shipping carriers for delivery.
With public authorities if required by law.
We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing, advertising, or any unrelated purposes.
Data Security
We implement all necessary technical and administrative measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, destruction, or alteration, in line with KVKK Article 12. This includes secure connections (HTTPS), encrypted storage where appropriate, and restricted access. However, as with any online service, we acknowledge that absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary: Order-related data: For the duration required by Turkish commercial, tax, and consumer laws (typically 10 years for accounting records).
Registered account data: Until you request deletion or the account becomes inactive (subject to legal retention obligations).
After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.Your Rights under KVKK (Article 11)
As a data subject, you have the right to: Learn whether your personal data is processed.
Request information on processing if processed.
Access your data.
Request correction of incomplete or inaccurate data.
Request deletion or destruction (under conditions).
Request restriction of processing.
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Request compensation for damages.
Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).
To exercise these rights, contact us with a clear description of your request (include relevant details like order number if applicable). We will respond within the statutory timeframe (usually 30 days).
No Tracking / Analytics Commitment
Independent Republic Siberia does not engage in any form of website usage tracking, behavioral analysis, or data collection for analytics purposes. Your browsing on our site remains private to the extent possible, with no third-party monitoring.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance. Check this page periodically.
Contact Us
For any questions, rights requests, or concerns about your personal data, please contact us via the details provided on the website, clearly stating the reason for your message.By using our shop or placing an order, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us with your data—we handle it with the utmost care and minimalism.