Terms Of Use

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Data Controller: Seha Otomotiv A.Ş.
Website: www.sehaotomotiv.com
Contact: info@sehaotomotiv.com

1. Introduction and Scope

These General Terms of Use (“Terms of Use”) govern the terms and conditions regarding access to and use of the Website. By visiting the Website, viewing its content, or using it in any manner, you are deemed to have accepted these Terms of Use.

Please read these Terms of Use carefully before using the Website. If you do not accept these terms, you must not use the Website.

2. Definitions

  • “Website”: All content, services, and functionalities provided through the current domain name and its subdomains.
  • “Company”: The owner and operator of the Website.
  • “User/Visitor”: Natural or legal persons who access and use the Website.
  • “Content”: All materials presented on the Website including text, images, videos, audio, software, code, designs, and any other materials.

3. Acceptance of and Changes to the Terms of Use

3.1. Acceptance

By using the Website, you are deemed to have accepted these Terms of Use and other policies published on the Website (Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy). These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between the User and the Company.

3.2. Changes

The Company reserves the right to unilaterally amend these Terms of Use in line with changes in legislation, operational requirements, or service improvements. Amendments enter into force on the date they are published on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after changes are made means you accept the updated terms.

3.3. Right to Make Changes Without Prior Notice

The Company is not obliged to provide prior notice to Users regarding amendments to these Terms of Use. Users are recommended to review the Terms of Use regularly.

4. Scope of Services and Use

4.1. Description of Services

The Website provides services such as information, promotion, content sharing, and user interaction related to the Company’s field of activity. The scope and content of the services may be modified, expanded, or restricted by the Company without notice.

4.2. Access and Use

Access to the Website is possible via any device with an internet connection. The User is responsible for the costs of hardware, software, and internet connection required to access the Website.

4.3. Registration and Membership

Certain sections or features of the Website may require user registration or membership. The User is responsible for ensuring that all information provided during registration is accurate, up-to-date, and complete. The User is responsible for account security and all activities carried out under their account.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1. Copyright

All content, design, software, code, graphics, logos, images, text, audio, and video materials on the Website are the intellectual property of the Company or its licensors and are protected under the Turkish Law on Intellectual and Artistic Works No. 5846, the Turkish Commercial Code, the Industrial Property Law No. 6769, and international copyright treaties.

5.2. Use Restrictions

The User may view and use the Website Content only for personal and non-commercial purposes. The following actions are strictly prohibited:

  • Copying, reproducing, distributing, or publishing the Content
  • Using the Content for commercial purposes
  • Modifying the Content or creating derivative works
  • Removing copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
  • Reverse engineering the Website source code
  • Collecting Content via automated tools (bots, scrapers)

5.3. Trademark Rights

All trademarks, trade names, logos, and service marks displayed on the Website are the property of the Company or the respective rights holders. Use of these trademarks without the Company’s written permission is prohibited.

5.4. User-Provided Content

If Users share content on the Website (comments, opinions, suggestions, etc.), they warrant that such content does not infringe copyrights, personality rights, or third-party rights. Responsibility for user-provided content rests solely with the User.

6. User Obligations and Prohibited Activities

6.1. General Obligations

When using the Website, the User undertakes that they will:

  • Act in compliance with the laws of the Republic of Türkiye, international law, and public morality
  • Respect the rights of other users
  • Not disrupt the proper functioning of the Website
  • Provide accurate and up-to-date information

6.2. Prohibited Activities

The User agrees not to engage in the following activities:

  • Unlawful Content: Sharing content that is illegal, threatening, insulting, degrading, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, contains hate speech, or violates personality rights
  • Malicious Software: Uploading or transmitting viruses, trojans, worms, malicious code, or any software that may harm the Website’s functionality
  • Unauthorized Access: Attempting to bypass security systems, accessing unauthorized areas, or damaging system resources
  • Spam and Unsolicited Content: Sending bulk emails, chain messages, or sharing advertising/spam content
  • Impersonation: Pretending to be another person or organization or using a false identity
  • Data Mining: Collecting data from the Website using automated systems (bots, crawlers, scrapers)
  • Service Disruption: Disrupting services by overloading the Website (e.g., DDoS attacks)
  • Commercial Use: Using the Website for commercial purposes without explicit permission

6.3. Sanctions in Case of Breach

In the event the User breaches these Terms of Use, the Company reserves the right to take the following measures:

  • Suspend or terminate the User’s account
  • Delete or remove infringing content
  • Block the User’s IP address
  • Pursue legal remedies and claim damages
  • Notify competent authorities

7. Service Interruptions and Limitation of Liability

7.1. Provision “As Is” and “As Available”

The Website is provided “as is” and “as available.” The Company makes no warranty that the Website will operate uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses.

7.2. Planned and Unplanned Interruptions

The Company reserves the right to temporarily suspend, limit, or interrupt access to the Website due to maintenance, updates, security measures, or unforeseen technical issues. The Company shall not be held liable for such interruptions.

7.3. Accuracy of Content

Information provided on the Website is of a general nature and is supplied for informational purposes only. The Company does not warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of the Content. Information on the Website does not constitute professional advice.

7.4. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for:

  • Any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or punitive damages arising from the use of or inability to use the Website
  • Loss of data, business, revenue, or profit
  • Actions of third parties
  • Errors or omissions on the Website

7.5. Liability Cap

In any event, the total liability of the Company shall be limited to the total amount paid by the User for the Website (if any) within the 12 months preceding the date on which the damage occurred.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

8.1. External Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources for user convenience. Such links are provided for informational purposes only and do not mean that we endorse such sites or are responsible for their content.

8.2. Disclaimer for Third-Party Content

The Company is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, terms of use, or any other aspect of third-party websites. Users visit external links at their own risk. Before interacting with third-party websites, you are advised to review their terms of use and privacy policies.

8.3. Permission to Link

Third parties wishing to link to the Website must obtain prior written permission. Unauthorized linking or displaying Website content within a frame is prohibited.

9. Privacy and Protection of Personal Data

Our practices regarding the processing and protection of personal data on the Website are explained in detail in our Privacy Policy published as a separate document. By using the Website, you are deemed to have accepted our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy as well.

Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information on the processing of your personal data.

10. Dispute Resolution and Competent Courts

10.1. Applicable Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Republic of Türkiye and shall be interpreted in accordance with Turkish law.

10.2. Competent Courts and Enforcement Offices

Turkish courts and enforcement offices shall have jurisdiction over any disputes arising out of these Terms of Use.

In disputes arising from consumer transactions, Consumer Arbitration Committees and Consumer Courts are also competent. The User has the right to apply to the Consumer Arbitration Committee or Consumer Court at their place of residence or where the consumer transaction took place.

10.3. Alternative Dispute Resolution

The parties may attempt to resolve disputes amicably (negotiation, mediation) before applying to court.

11. Indemnification

The User agrees and undertakes to indemnify the Company for any and all damages, losses, claims, lawsuits, and expenses (including attorney fees) that the Company may incur due to the User’s use of the Website in breach of these Terms of Use or infringement of third-party rights.

12. Waiver and Severability

12.1. Waiver

The Company’s failure or delay in enforcing any provision of these Terms of Use shall not be construed as a waiver of such provision.

12.2. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found invalid or unenforceable by a competent court, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions. The invalid provision shall be interpreted, to the extent permitted by law, in a manner that most closely reflects the parties’ original intent.

13. Assignment and Transfer

The User may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations arising from these Terms of Use to third parties without the Company’s prior written consent. The Company reserves the right to assign or transfer these Terms of Use and the rights and obligations arising therefrom to third parties at any time.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire and complete agreement between the parties regarding the use of the Website and supersede all prior oral or written agreements.

15. Language

These Terms of Use have been prepared in Turkish. In the event of any translation, the Turkish text shall prevail.

16. Contact

If you have any questions or suggestions regarding these Terms of Use, you may contact us.