Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how zoriven collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle the data you share with us when accessing our educational resources on Turkish marbling art, pottery classes, calligraphy workshops, and DIY craft projects.

Information We Collect

We gather several types of information to provide and improve our services. When you create an account, register for workshops, or sign up for our newsletters, we collect personal details such as your name, email address, and contact information. We also automatically collect technical information about your visits, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited. Additionally, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how you interact with our craft education platform.

• Account registration information (name, email, contact details)
• Workshop enrollment and participation data
• Browsing activity and navigation patterns
• Device and browser information
• Cookie data for website functionality

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to deliver, maintain, and improve our services and educational content. Your data helps us personalize your experience, send relevant updates about new pottery classes, marbling workshops, and DIY projects tailored to your interests. We analyze usage patterns to enhance our website functionality and user experience. Your contact information may be used to respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and notify you of important updates to our services. We may also use aggregated, anonymized data for research and analytics purposes to understand trends in creative hobbies and craft education.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, update, correct, or delete your personal information at any time. You can withdraw consent for marketing communications and opt out of newsletters without affecting your ability to use our educational resources. You also have the right to data portability, requesting that we provide your information in a structured, commonly used format. If you believe we have mishandled your data, you may file a complaint with the relevant data protection authority. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to remember your preferences, improve website performance, and provide personalized content recommendations for craft activities. Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device to enhance future visits. We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors navigate our site and which pottery or marbling content is most popular. Third-party services may also place cookies to provide features like social sharing. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may limit functionality. We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information and comply with privacy regulations regarding cookie consent.

Data Security and Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website uses encryption technology to secure data transmission, and we maintain secure servers with restricted access. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide services and fulfill legal obligations. If we experience a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you as required by applicable law and take appropriate remedial action.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to external websites and third-party services related to Turkish crafts, art supplies, or educational platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services before sharing your information. We do not intentionally share personal information with third parties without your consent, except where required by law or to provide specific services you request. If you connect your account through social media platforms, those services may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

Policy Updates and Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, by sending you a direct notification. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information and maintain your privacy while enjoying our resources on marbling art, pottery education, and creative DIY projects.