Cookie Policy
Last updated: 21 June 2026
This policy explains the cookies and similar technologies (including local storage) used when you visit burakchen.com.
1. What is a cookie?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site work correctly, remember your preferences and collect anonymous statistics. This site also makes limited use of your browser’s “local storage”.
2. Cookies and technologies we use
| Cookie / Technology | Provider | Purpose | Type | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| reCAPTCHA | Bot/spam protection and security on contact forms | Necessary | Set by Google | |
| Theme preference (theme) | This site (localStorage) | Remember your light/dark theme choice | Functional | Persistent |
| Cookie consent (cookie-consent) | This site (localStorage) | Remember your cookie preference | Necessary | Persistent |
| Umami | This site (self-hosted) | Anonymous visit statistics with no personal data | Analytics (consent-based) | Uses no cookies |
3. Third-party cookies
Only on the contact/quote forms, Google reCAPTCHA is used to prevent bots and spam. This service is provided by Google and may set its own cookies. See the Google Privacy Policy for details. policies.google.com/privacy
4. How can you manage cookies?
You can set your preference from the cookie notice shown on your first visit. You can also delete or block cookies at any time from your browser settings. If you block necessary cookies, some parts of the site (e.g. the contact form) may not work properly.
5. Changing your consent
If you clear your browser’s site data (cookies and local storage), the cookie notice will appear again and you can update your preference.
6. Contact
For questions, email me@burakchen.com. For details on the processing of personal data, see our Privacy Notice (KVKK) page.