Terms of Use

Last Updated: June 24, 2025

Welcome to the Karstanbul social network platform (“Platform” or “Karstanbul”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Platform located at https://karstanbul.com. By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms and all related policies. Please read these Terms carefully. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use the Platform.

 

 

1. Definitions



         
    • Platform: The Karstanbul social network platform located at https://karstanbul.com, including its mobile applications, services, and features.

 

         
    • User: Any individual or entity who accesses the platform, registers as a member, or shares content on the Platform.

 

         
    • Content: Text, images, videos, audio, comments, likes, or other materials shared by Users on the Platform.

 

         
    • We/Company: The entity owning and operating the Karstanbul Platform.

 

 

 

2. Acceptance and Modifications

 

By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to comply with these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms may be updated from time to time. Updates take effect when posted on the Platform and are binding on you. If you do not agree with the updated Terms, you must stop using the Platform.

 

 

3. User Accounts

 

3.1. Account Creation

 

To fully use the Platform, you may need to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during account creation. Providing false or misleading information may result in your account being suspended or terminated.

 

 

3.2. Account Security

 

You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account. Keep your password confidential and promptly notify us at karstanbuldestek@gmail.com of any unauthorized access. You are responsible for all activities conducted through your account.

 

 

3.3. Account Usage

 

Only you or individuals authorized by you may use your account. You may not sell, transfer, or share your account with others.

 

 

4. User Obligations

 

While using the Platform, you must comply with the following rules:



         
    • Do not share illegal, discriminatory, hateful, violent, obscene, or inappropriate content.

 

         
    • Do not harass, threaten, or defame other users.

 

         
    • Do not share copyrighted or unauthorized content.

 

         
    • Do not use viruses, malware, or automated bots that could harm the Platform’s functionality.

 

         
    • Do not share or misuse other users’ personal information without their consent.



Failure to comply with these rules may result in account suspension, termination, or legal action.

 

 

5. Content Rights and License

 

5.1. User Content

 

You are solely responsible for the Content you share on the Platform. You warrant that your Content is legal, appropriate, and does not infringe on third-party rights.

 

 

5.2. License

 

By sharing Content on the Platform, you grant Karstanbul a worldwide, royalty-free, transferable, and sublicensable license to use, reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works of your Content. This license allows us to use your Content on the Platform and for promotional purposes. The license ends when you delete your Content, though some copies may remain for technical or legal reasons.

 

 

5.3. Content Moderation

 

Karstanbul reserves the right to review, edit, remove, or restrict access to Content shared on the Platform. However, we are not obligated to monitor all Content.

 

 

6. Intellectual Property

 

The Platform’s design, logo, software, and other elements are owned by Karstanbul and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, copy, or distribute these elements without permission.

 

If you believe any Content infringes your intellectual property rights, please notify us at karstanbuldestek@gmail.com.

 

 

7. Limitation of Liability

 

The Platform is provided “as is,” and Karstanbul makes no warranties regarding its uninterrupted, error-free, or secure operation. Karstanbul is not liable for damages arising from user-shared Content or third-party services. Karstanbul’s liability is limited to the extent permitted by applicable law.

 

 

8. Termination of Service

 

Karstanbul reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at any time, for any reason, without prior notice. You may also close your account at any time.

 

 

9. Third-Party Links

 

Third-party links or advertisements on the Platform are not under Karstanbul’s control. Karstanbul is not responsible for damages arising from such links.

 

 

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

 

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Türkiye. Any disputes arising from the use of the Platform will be resolved in the Istanbul Central (Çağlayan) Courts and Enforcement Offices.

 

 

11. Contact

 

For questions about these Terms or the Platform, please contact us at karstanbuldestek@gmail.com.

 

 

Thank you for using Karstanbul!