Privacy Policy for

Effective Date: April 16, 2025

At MerkezSoft, we are committed to protecting the privacy of the users of our applications and services. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect personal data when utilizing our API within our own applications.

1. Scope

This privacy policy applies solely to the use of our API (api.connectionocean.com), which serves the following applications owned and operated by MerkezSoft:

• connectionocean.com

The API is not available for public use and is exclusively used by our internal apps.

2. Data Collection

Our API may collect and process the following types of data when used by our apps:

a. User Information

We may collect limited personal information from users interacting with our apps through the API. This could include user IDs, usernames, or other identifiers necessary for app functionality.

b. Device Information

We may collect device-related data such as:

• Device type (e.g., mobile, tablet)
• Operating system
• IP address
• Browser type (if applicable)

c. Log Data

When users interact with our API, certain log data is collected automatically. This may include:

• Requests made to the API (endpoints accessed, time stamps)
• Response times
• Errors or crashes in app functionality

3. Use of Data

We use the data collected through our API for the following purposes:

• To ensure the proper functioning of the apps
• To improve app performance and user experience
• To troubleshoot technical issues and optimize API performance
• To ensure security and prevent misuse of the API or apps

4. Data Sharing

We do not share data collected through our API with third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers for hosting, data storage, or analytics purposes. These providers are bound by strict data protection agreements.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law or in response to a legal process (e.g., subpoenas, court orders).

5. Data Security

We implement a range of security measures to protect data processed through our API:

• Encryption: All data transferred through the API is encrypted using industry-standard methods (e.g., HTTPS, TLS).
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to the API and the data it processes.
• Monitoring: We regularly monitor the API for potential vulnerabilities or breaches.

6. Data Retention

We retain data processed through our API for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Afterward, data may be securely deleted or anonymized.

7. User Rights

Since the API is only used by our internal applications, users of these apps can exercise their data privacy rights through the app interfaces. This may include:

• Requesting access to personal data
• Requesting deletion of personal data
• Requesting correction of inaccurate data

Please refer to the privacy policies within each individual app for more details on how to exercise these rights.

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the data handling practices of our API, please contact us at:

• Email: info@merkezsoft.com
• Address: Merkezsoft