PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY POLICY

1. GENERAL INFORMATION ON DATA PROTECTION

In accordance with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Rids Electronics (hereinafter referred to as "the Company") informs you that we act as the "Data Controller" regarding your personal data. This policy explains how we process, store, and protect your information.

2. DATA CONTROLLER INFORMATION

• Company Title: Rids Electronics

• Address: 70 Chenies Mews, London, WC1E 6HU, United Kingdom

• Phone: +44 7547 810060

• Email: info@rids.com.tr

• VAT Number: 843925702

3. HOW YOUR PERSONAL DATA IS PROCESSED

In compliance with legal regulations, your personal data provided to our Company will be recorded, stored, updated, and processed electronically or physically. This processing includes any operation performed on the data, such as collection, recording, organization, and storage for the purpose of fulfilling our services.

4. PURPOSES AND LEGAL GROUNDS FOR PROCESSING

Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:

• Service Fulfillment: To process your orders for power semiconductors (IGBTs, Thyristors, etc.) and fulfill our contractual obligations.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with identity verification, tax reporting, and customs regulations as required by Law No. 6502 (Consumer Protection) and relevant international trade laws.

• Security & Disputes: To provide information to judicial or administrative authorities in case of legal disputes or upon official request.

• Communication: To provide updates regarding your orders or to share promotional materials if you have explicitly opted-in.

5. TRANSFER OF DATA TO THIRD PARTIES

For the purposes mentioned above, your data may be transferred to:

• Logistics Partners: Courier and shipping companies for product delivery.

• Service Providers: Infrastructure providers for our e-commerce platform and IT support.

• Financial Institutions: Payment gateways and banks for processing transactions.

• Authorities: Authorized public institutions and organizations where legally required.

6. COLLECTION METHODS

Your data is collected through:

• Direct Input: Forms on rids.com.tr, membership registrations, and checkout pages.

• Digital Trails: IP records, browser cookies, and navigation behavior data.

• Communication: Business cards, CVs, and written/verbal communication during commercial negotiations.

7. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Since our operations are based in the United Kingdom and we utilize a .com.tr domain, your personal data may be transferred between the UK and Turkey or to third-party service providers in other countries that ensure an adequate level of protection as recognized by data protection authorities.

8. STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF DATA

In accordance with Article 12 of KVKK and GDPR standards, your data is stored confidentially in our secure databases. We implement high-level technical measures, including SSL encryption and access management, to prevent unauthorized access or illegal processing. In the event of an unlawful data breach, the situation will be reported to the relevant Data Protection Authorities immediately.

9. YOUR RIGHTS AS A DATA SUBJECT

Under Article 11 of the KVKK and relevant GDPR provisions, you have the right to:

1. Learn whether your personal data is being processed.

2. Request information if your data has been processed.

3. Learn the purpose of the processing and whether the data is used accordingly.

4. Know the third parties to whom data is transferred.

5. Request correction of incomplete or incorrect data.

6. Request the deletion or destruction of your data within legal frameworks.

7. Object to results produced exclusively through automated systems.

8. Claim compensation for damages arising from unlawful processing.

10. CONTACT FOR REQUESTS

You may direct your questions, views, or requests regarding your personal data to our team through the following channels:

• Email: info@rids.com.tr

• Phone: +44 7547 810060

• Postal Address: 70 Chenies Mews, London, WC1E 6HU, United Kingdom