Issued under Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (“KVKK”) and the Guidelines on Cookie Practices published by the Turkish Personal Data Protection Authority (December 2022).
This Cookie Policy (the “Policy”) has been prepared in order to inform users about the cookies and similar technologies used on the www.dtex-tr.com website (the “Website”) operated by DTEX Savunma Madencilik Ticaret Limited Şirketi (“DTEX”), and to explain the rights and control mechanisms available in relation to the management of cookie preferences.
1. WHAT IS A COOKIE?
A cookie is a small text file placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) through your browser when you visit the Website, and which stores certain information. Cookies are used for purposes such as improving the user experience, managing sessions, measuring website usage statistics and personalising content.
Cookies typically contain information such as the domain name, cookie ID, creation date and expiry date. Some cookies are automatically deleted when the browser is closed (session cookies), while others are stored for a defined period (persistent cookies).
2. DTEX’S PURPOSES FOR USING COOKIES
DTEX uses cookies on the Website for the following purposes:
- Performing the core functions of the site (session management, security)
- Remembering user preferences (language, theme, page layout)
- Carrying out membership and authentication processes
- Measuring website usage statistics on an anonymous basis (analytics)
- Performance improvements and error monitoring
- Providing personalised content to Members (only with explicit consent)
- Marketing and retargeting activities (only with explicit consent)
- Preserving cookie preference settings
3. COOKIE TYPES AND CATEGORISATION
3.1. Cookies by Storage Duration
Session Cookies — Temporary cookies that are automatically deleted when the browser is closed. They are used for core functions such as session management and authentication.
Persistent Cookies — Cookies that remain stored on the device for a defined period after the browser is closed. The storage period ranges from 1 hour to 12 months.
3.2. Cookies by Source
First-Party Cookies — Cookies created and managed directly by the Website (dtex-tr.com).
Third-Party Cookies — Cookies created by third-party platforms providing services on the site (Google Analytics, İyzico, social media integrations, etc.).
3.3. Cookies by Purpose — Under the KVKK Guidelines
Within the framework of the Guidelines on Cookie Practices (December 2022), cookies are assessed in the following four categories:
| Category | Legal Nature |
|---|---|
| STRICTLY NECESSARY COOKIES | MANDATORY for the core functions of the site. Explicit consent is NOT required. Processed under KVKK Art. 5/2-c (establishment of a contract) and Art. 5/2-f (legitimate interest). Cannot be refused by the user. |
| FUNCTIONAL COOKIES | For user preferences and personalisation. Some are mandatory; others may require explicit consent. |
| PERFORMANCE / ANALYTICS COOKIES | For anonymous measurement of website usage statistics. Requires EXPLICIT CONSENT under the KVKK Guidelines. |
| MARKETING / TARGETING COOKIES | For advertising and retargeting. Cannot be used without EXPLICIT CONSENT. |
4. COOKIES USED BY DTEX — DETAILED LIST
4.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Explicit Consent Required)
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Storage Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | First-Party | Session management (user session ID) | Session (deleted when the browser is closed) |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | First-Party | WordPress member login authentication | 14 days |
| wp-settings-* | First-Party | Storing member panel preferences | 1 year |
| wordpress_test_cookie | First-Party | Tests whether the browser accepts cookies | Session |
| dtex_csrf_token | First-Party | Security (protection against CSRF attacks) | Session |
| cookieyes-consent | First-Party | Storing cookie preferences (accept/reject) | 1 year |
4.2. Functional Cookies
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Storage Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| dtex_user_pref | First-Party | User interface preferences (language, theme) | 6 months |
| dtex_calc_history | First-Party | Calculation module history (for Pro members) | 12 months |
| dtex_currency | First-Party | Preferred currency (USD/TRY) | 6 months |
4.3. Performance / Analytics Cookies (Explicit Consent Required)
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Storage Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Third-Party (Google) | Google Analytics — user identification | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Third-Party (Google) | Google Analytics — session information | 2 years |
| _gid | Third-Party (Google) | Google Analytics — user distinction | 24 hours |
| _gat | Third-Party (Google) | Google Analytics — request rate limiting | 1 minute |
For detailed information about the data collected by Google Analytics: policies.google.com/privacy
4.4. Marketing / Targeting Cookies (Explicit Consent Required)
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Storage Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Third-Party (Meta) | Facebook Pixel — retargeting advertisements | 3 months |
| fr | Third-Party (Meta) | Facebook advertising optimisation | 3 months |
| li_* | Third-Party (LinkedIn) | LinkedIn Insight Tag — B2B targeting | 6 months |
| ads/ga-audiences | Third-Party (Google) | Google Ads remarketing | Session |
5. MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES
5.1. On-Site Cookie Management Panel
You can manage your cookie preferences via the Cookie Notice Banner displayed at the bottom of the page when you first access the Website:
- ACCEPT ALL: Accepts all cookies (strictly necessary, functional, analytics, marketing)
- MANAGE PREFERENCES: Allows you to select cookie categories individually
- STRICTLY NECESSARY ONLY: Uses only the cookies required for the core operation of the site
- REJECT ALL: Rejects all non-essential cookies
To change your preferences later, you can access the cookie management panel again via the “Cookie Settings” link at the bottom of the page.
5.2. Managing Cookies via Your Browser
You may also manage cookies through your browser settings. Access to cookie settings in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
- Safari (macOS): Preferences > Privacy > Manage Cookies
- Safari (iOS): Settings > Safari > Block Cookies
- Opera: Settings > Advanced > Privacy and security
5.3. Direct Opt-Out for Third-Party Cookies
- Google Analytics opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads personalisation: adssettings.google.com
- Facebook advertising preferences: facebook.com/ads/preferences
- LinkedIn advertising preferences: linkedin.com/psettings/advertising
- Bulk opt-out: youronlinechoices.com/tr
6. PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED THROUGH COOKIES AND THE KVKK
6.1. Which Data Is Processed?
The following categories of data may be processed through cookies:
- Device/browser information (browser type, version, language setting, operating system)
- Anonymised IP address
- On-site navigation information (pages visited, visit duration, click behaviour)
- Referring URL (the site from which you arrived)
- User preferences (language, theme, currency)
- Membership status and session information (for logged-in users)
6.2. Legal Grounds — KVKK Art. 5
| Cookie Type | KVKK Legal Ground |
|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary Cookies | KVKK Art. 5/2-c (establishment of a contract) and Art. 5/2-f (legitimate interest). Explicit consent is NOT required. |
| Functional Cookies | KVKK Art. 5/2-f (legitimate interest) or, where necessary, Art. 5/1 (explicit consent) |
| Analytics Cookies | KVKK Art. 5/1 (explicit consent). Consent is obtained via the cookie notice banner. |
| Marketing Cookies | KVKK Art. 5/1 (explicit consent). Consent is obtained via the cookie notice banner. |
6.3. Data Transfers
Within the scope of third-party cookies (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight), data is transferred to the infrastructure of the relevant service provider. Since the service provider may be established abroad, such transfer may constitute a “transfer of personal data abroad” under KVKK Art. 9. For details, please refer to the “Membership Process KVKK Privacy Notice”.
7. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
DTEX may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect legislative changes, the use of new technologies, or updates to site functions. The current version enters into force on the date it is published on the Website.
Where material changes occur (such as the addition of a new cookie category or the inclusion of a new third-party provider), the cookie notice banner will be displayed again in order to obtain the User’s up-to-date consent.
8. RIGHTS OF THE DATA SUBJECT AND APPLICATION CHANNELS
In respect of your personal data processed through cookies, you have all the rights listed in Article 11 of the KVKK. These include the rights to learn whether your data is being processed, to request rectification or erasure, to request notification to third parties, and to object to processing.
To exercise your rights, you may apply to info@dtex-tr.com. For the detailed application procedure, please review Article 9 of the “Membership Process KVKK Privacy Notice”.
9. RELATED DOCUMENTS
This Cookie Policy shall be assessed as a whole together with the following documents:
- DTEX General KVKK Privacy Notice — www.dtex-tr.com/kvkk-aydinlatma-metni
- Membership Process KVKK Privacy Notice
- KVKK Explicit Consent Declaration
- Membership Agreement
- Terms of Use
10. CONTACT
For your questions, requests and complaints regarding this Cookie Policy, you may contact us through the following channels:
Contact Details
E-mail: info@dtex-tr.com
Telephone: +90 (232) 218 01 36
Address: Adalet Mah. Manas Bulvarı, Folkart Towers Tower A, Floor: 26, No: 2601, Bayraklı / İZMİR
DATA CONTROLLER
DTEX Savunma Madencilik Ticaret Limited Şirketi
Adalet Mah. Manas Bulvarı, Folkart Towers Tower A, Floor: 26, No: 2601, Bayraklı / İZMİR
Tel: +90 (232) 218 01 36 • E-mail: info@dtex-tr.com • www.dtex-tr.com
MERSİS: 0313149012000001 • Trade Registry: 260144 • Tax Office: Karşıyaka T.O. 3131490120
Version 1.0 • May 2026 • Cookie Policy