GlobalB Law ("the Firm," "we," "us," or "our") operates as a premier international legal consultancy firm. We recognize that privacy is a fundamental right, especially in the digital and decentralized age. This Comprehensive Privacy Policy ("Policy") outlines our rigorous standards for collecting, processing, securing, and disclosing personal information when you interact with our website (globalblaw.com) or submit inquiries via our contact forms.

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This Policy is designed to meet and exceed the requirements of:

• The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU/EEA).

• The Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK) (Turkey).

• The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) (USA).

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2. DATA CONTROLLER AND GLOBAL PRIVACY OFFICER

For the purposes of international data protection laws, GlobalB Law acts as the Data Controller and the Business.

• Official Entity: GlobalB Law

• Web Domain: https://globalblaw.com

• Global Privacy Inquiries: info@globalblaw.com

• Data Protection Officer (DPO): Requests can be directed to our Privacy Team at the email above.

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3. CATEGORIES OF PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT

We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or is reasonably capable of being associated with you.

A. Information You Provide Directly

• Identifiers: Legal name, alias, email address, postal address, and telephone number.

• Professional Information: Company name, job title, and professional background provided in inquiries.

• Communication Content: Any data, documents, or information you choose to include in the "Message" field of our contact forms.

B. Information Collected Automatically (Digital Footprint)

• Technical Identifiers: IP addresses, device identifiers, and browser characteristics.

• Usage Data: Pages visited on globalblaw.com, time spent on the site, and referral headers.

• Geolocation Data: Approximate location based on IP address.

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4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GLOBAL STANDARDS)

We process your personal data only when we have a valid legal basis:

1. Contractual Necessity (GDPR Art 6/1/b & KVKK Art 5/2/c): To take steps at your request prior to entering into a legal representation or consultancy agreement.

2. Explicit Consent (GDPR Art 6/1/a & CCPA): Where you have clearly opted-in to receive our legal insights, newsletters, or marketing communications.

3. Legal Obligation (GDPR Art 6/1/c & KVKK Art 5/2/ç): To comply with international legal standards, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.

4. Legitimate Interests (GDPR Art 6/1/f): For the protection of our digital infrastructure, preventing fraud, and enhancing the user experience of our technological platforms.

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5. CALIFORNIA-SPECIFIC DISCLOSURES (CCPA/CPRA)

• No Sale of Personal Information: GlobalB Law does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for monetary or other valuable consideration.

• No Sharing for Cross-Context Behavioral Advertising: We do not "share" your data for targeted advertising.

• Sensitive Personal Information: We do not collect or process "Sensitive Personal Information" (as defined by CPRA) through our website contact forms.

• Right to Opt-Out: While we do not sell data, you maintain the right to opt-out of any future potential data sales by contacting us.

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6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS & CLOUD STORAGE

GlobalB Law utilizes high-security, global infrastructure. Your data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside of your jurisdiction (e.g., servers in the US, EU, or Turkey).

• Safeguards: We implement Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission for transfers from the EEA.

• Turkish Data Transfers: For data originating from Turkey, we comply with the explicit consent or "Adequacy" requirements of KVKK Article 9.

• Security Standards: All cloud-based processing is conducted through providers who maintain ISO/IEC 27001 or equivalent security certifications.

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7. DATA RETENTION AND DESTRUCTION

We do not keep your data longer than necessary.

• Inquiries: General inquiries are retained for 24 months unless they lead to a legal engagement.

• Legal Files: Data related to legal services is retained for 10 years following the conclusion of the matter to comply with professional liability statutes.

• Destruction: Once the retention period expires, data is securely deleted or anonymized using industry-standard wiping protocols.

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8. YOUR COMPREHENSIVE PRIVACY RIGHTS

Regardless of your location, GlobalB Law grants you the following "Global Rights":

1. Right to Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

2. Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information.

3. Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention requirements.

4. Right to Restriction: Request that we limit how we process your data.

5. Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format.

6. Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

7. Right to Non-Discrimination (CCPA): We will not deny you service or provide a different quality of service if you exercise your privacy rights.

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9. COOKIE POLICY

Our website uses "cookies" to improve performance. Essential cookies are deployed automatically. Non-essential cookies (analytical/marketing) are only deployed with your prior consent via our Cookie Banner.

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10. AMENDMENTS

GlobalB Law reserves the right to update this Policy as international regulations evolve (e.g., changes in AI or Blockchain-specific data laws). We encourage you to review this page periodically.

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11. CONTACT US

To exercise your rights or lodge a privacy-related complaint, please contact: GlobalB Law Privacy Team Email: globalb@globalblaw.com

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