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In order to provide a better experience on our website, we use cookies in compliance with restrictions. You may review our Cookie Policy to get detailed information.
This text has been prepared by T. Vakıflar Bankası T.A.O. ('VakıfBank') in its capacity as the data controller, in accordance with Article 10 of Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data ('Law'), the Communiqué on the Procedures and Principles to be Followed in Fulfilling the Obligation to Inform ('Communiqué'), and the Guide on Cookie Practices ('Guide').
What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a type of identification file given to the visitors' computers or mobile devices by websites, in the form of small-sized data files. It enables the recognition of computers when the website is visited again. Websites, by reading these data files created by users when they first connect, gain the ability to work more efficiently, quickly recognize the users, and load user settings such as site language in a fast manner during subsequent visits. The use of these technologies is conducted in compliance with the legislation to which we are subject, primarily Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data ('PDPL').
Cookies help the website remember information about your visit (e.g., your preferred language and other settings). They can provide convenience on your next visit and make the site more practical and faster for you.
Through this Cookie Policy, we aim to provide information to members/visitors ('Data Subjects') on the purposes for which we use cookies during the administration of VakıfBank's websites and the types of cookies used, as well as how you can manage these cookies concerning the processing of personal data obtained during the use of cookies.
For detailed information on the processing of your personal data, you can read Clarification Text On The Protection And Processing Of Personal Data Of Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi Turk Anonim Ortakligi
What Are the Types of Cookies?
Cookies are categorized into temporary and permanent cookies based on their validity periods. Temporary cookies are data files that are generated during a user's visit to a website, storing the user's preferences during that visit and automatically deleting when the visit ends and the user leaves the site. Temporary cookies are data files that are generated during a user's visit to a website, storing the user's preferences during that visit and automatically deleting when the visit ends and the user leaves the site. The user preferences stored in this data file are read from it quickly during the user's next connection and are loaded, enabling the user to have a faster and more efficient website experience.
In VakıfBank websites and mobile applications, both temporary and persistent cookies can be used for the following purposes:
Are Cookies Mandatory?
Internet browsers on computers or mobile devices allow cookies by default. These cookie settings enable websites to utilize this feature to enhance the user's experience. Users can adjust their cookie settings or completely block cookie usage through methods that differ according to the type of internet browser on their devices. The method for changing the selection of cookie usage varies depending on the type of browser and can be learned from the respective service provider when requested.
Similar to cookies used on other websites, users of VakıfBank have the option to selectively or entirely block the use of cookies when they so choose. However, the majority of our cookies are designed to ensure the proper functioning of the website or application, and blocking them may lead to the disruption of certain functions. Therefore, it is not recommended.
Cookies Used on Our Website
The types of cookies used on our website are as follows.
Essential Cookies
The use of a certain type of cookies is required for the proper functioning of our site. For example, the identity verification cookies that come into play when you log in to our website ensure that your session remains active as you navigate from one page to another on our site.
Other Cookies
Functionality and Preference Cookies
These cookies enhance the personalization of services provided on our site for you by recalling your preferences and selections.
Performance and Analysis Cookies
Through these cookies, we can analyze your use of our site and its performance, enabling us to improve the services we provide to you.
Targeting or Advertising Cookies
We do not use cookies for product and service promotion or marketing activities on our website.
Do VakıfBank Cookies Store My Confidential Information?
VakıfBank does not store users' confidential information through cookies. Cookies solely contain information pertaining to your browsing history and do not access files stored on your computer or mobile device.
How can cookie preferences be controlled?
Cookie use is predefined in many browsers. Users can change this selection status in the browser settings. Therefore, the user can also delete existing cookies and refuse the storage of future cookie uses. So, if cookie use is canceled, it may not be possible to benefit from some features in the Bank's systems.
Changing the cookie use selection method varies depending on the browser type, and the methods for some service providers are as follows.
Google Chrome | By clicking on the "lock sign" in the address section of your browser, you can allow or block cookies from the "cookies" tab. |
Internet Explorer | By clicking on the security tab in the "Tools" section at the top right of your browser, you can manage cookies as "allow" or "do not allow". |
Mozilla Firefox | Click on the "open menu" tab in the upper right corner of your browser. By clicking on the "Options" image, you can manage cookies using the "Privacy and Security" button. |
Opera | By selecting "Advanced" in the "Preferences" section of your browser, you can manage cookies in the "cookies" section. |
Safari | Select the "Safari" tab from the "Settings" section of your mobile phone and you can manage all your cookies from the "Privacy and Security" section. |
What are the Rights of the Data Subject?
Pursuant to Article 11 of PDP Law, you may make requests regarding the following issues regarding your personal data by applying to our Bank:
a. To learn whether personal data is being processed,
b. If personal data has been processed, to request information about it,
c. To learn the purpose of processing personal data and whether it is being used for that purpose,
d. To learn the third parties to whom personal data is transferred, whether domestically or abroad,
e. To request the correction of personal data if it is incomplete or incorrect and, in this context, to request the notification of this correction to the third parties to whom personal data has been transferred,
f. To request the deletion, destruction, or anonymization of personal data if the reasons requiring processing have ceased and, in this context, to request the notification of this process to the third parties to whom personal data has been transferred,
g. To object to an adverse result arising from the analysis of processed data exclusively through automated systems,
h. To request compensation for the damages you incur as a result of the unlawful processing of your personal data.
You may convey your requests pertaining to the aforementioned rights through the 'Personal Data Subject Application Form,' accompanied by identity verification documents. These can be submitted either in person at our branches or through a notary. Alternatively, you can send them securely with an electronic signature to the address 'Finanskent Mahallesi Finans Caddesi No:40/1 Ümraniye/İstanbul' or to the email address vakifbanktao@hs01.kep.tr Our Bank will finalize your application requests free of charge within 30 (thirty) days at the latest, depending on the nature of the request, in compliance with Article 13 of the PPD Law. In case the request is rejected, the reason(s) for the rejection shall be notified to you in writing or electronically.
Application address :
Türkiye Vakıflar Bankası T.A.O.
Finanskent Mahallesi Finans Caddesi No:40/1 Ümraniye/İstanbul
Phone: +90 216 724 10 00
Fax: +90 216 724 39 09
Bank's Registered Electronic Mail (KEP) address: vakifbanktao@hs01.kep.tr
The Bank operates through its domestic and foreign branches, 11 subsidiaries and 14 affiliates. (13 of its subsidiaries and affiliates are in the financial sector, 4 of them banking and 9 in other financial.); 12 of its subsidiaries and affiliates are outside the financial sector, 1 in energy, 1 in tourism, 1 in manufacturing and 9 in other commercial enterprises.
VakıfBank International AG was established in 1999 with the objective of expanding its international operations and in line with its internationalization policies. The Company's share capital of EUR 100 million is 100% owned by VakıfBank.
Founded in 1988 to carry out all kinds of leasing transactions, Vakıf Finansal Kiralama AŞ's capital amounting to TRY 3.5 billion is owned by VakıfBank with a share of 62.12%.
Incorporated in 1998 to extend factoring services for all kinds of domestic and international commercial transactions, Vakıf Faktoring AŞ has a 92.10% stake in VakıfBank's capital of TRY 850 million.
Founded in 1991 as a publicly traded company, Vakıf Menkul Kıymet Yatırım Ortaklığı AŞ utilizes the savings of small and individual investors on the stock exchange and trades securities. VakıfBank holds a 33.77% stake in the Company's capital amounting to TRY 30 million.
Vakıf Gayrimenkul Yatırım Ortaklığı AŞ established as the first real estate investment trust under the leadership of VakıfBank with an issued capital of TRY 250 thousand. The Company was established to create and manage a portfolio of real estate and real estate-based capital market instruments and to make changes when necessary. VakıfBank holds a 53.77% stake in the Company's capital of TRY 3,450 million.
VakıfBank holds a 99.50% stake in the capital of Vakıf Yatırım Menkul Değerler AŞ amounting to TRY 2 billion, which was incorporated in 1996 to provide services to investors by engaging in capital market activities alongside brokerage activities, issuing capital market instruments, conducting stock exchange transactions as a member of the stock exchange, investment consultancy and portfolio management.
Taksim Otelcilik AŞ was established in 1966 to build or have built and operate touristic hotels, motels and facilities. VakıfBank holds a 68.57% stake in the Company's share capital of TRY 350 million.
The Company was incorporated in 1995 for the purpose of appraisal and valuation of all kinds of real estate properties. VakıfBank holds a 77.14% stake in the Company's capital of TRY 100 million.
The Company was founded under the leadership of VakıfBank to establish and operate facilities to generate electricity and heat energy. VakıfBank holds a 67.27% stake in the Company's capital of TRY 85 million.
VakıfBank has a 96.73% share in the 300 million TL capital of the Company, which operates in the activities of providing support services to companies through personnel recruitment, marketing, cultural publications, car rental and providing food and cafeteria services in corporate service buildings.
VakıfBank has a 100% stake in the capital of Vakıf Elektronik Para ve Ödeme Hizmetleri AŞ, which was established in November 2021 to operate in the field of electronic money and payment services, amounting to TRY 300 million.
Established in 1982 by the Cyprus Foundations Administration in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, the Bank was incorporated in 1989. VakıfBank has a 15% share in the capital of Kıbrıs Vakıflar Bankası Ltd. amounting to TRY 100 million.
Incorporated in 1950, the Bank offers long-term funding to medium and large-scale investment projects, engages in investment banking activities and provides corporate finance services. VakıfBank holds an 8.38% stake in the Bank's capital of TRY 2,800 million.
Providing settlement and custody services and investment banking activities, VakıfBank holds a 4.37% stake in the Bank's capital of TRY 600 million.
The company was established in 1991 to provide credit guarantees for all kinds of loans in favor of SMEs, farmers, tradesmen and craftsmen and self-employed persons and was incorporated by VakıfBank in 2009. VakıfBank holds a 1.49% stake in the company 's capital of TRY 513,1 million.
The Company was established in 1990 to engage in card payment systems, clearing, settlement and authorization operations. VakıfBank holds a 4.75% stake in the Company's share capital of TRY 177,5 million.
VakıfBank holds a 9.09% stake in the Company's capital of TRY 7,4 million, which was established in 1995 to enable the interchange of credit information.
The company was established within the scope of housing and asset finance within the framework of the provisions of the CMB and the relevant legislation, to operate in the acquisition and transfer of assets, the types and qualifications of which are determined by the CMB, the management of the assets taken over, the taking of assets as collateral, the issuance of capital market instruments against these assets and the performance of other activities deemed appropriate by the CMB. VakıfBank holds an 8.33% stake in the company 's capital of TRY 50 million.
Established in 2016 in order to enable SDIF, banks, other financial institutions and insurance companies providing credit insurance services to purchase and sell their receivables and other assets arising from their services, collect the receivables they have purchased, convert the assets into cash or restructure them. VakıfBank owns a 16% stake in the Company’s share capital of TL 75 million.
VakıfBank holds a 9.93% stake in the share capital of the Company amounting to TRY 10 billion which operates to manufacture, produce and sell all kinds of missiles, rockets, rocket launchers and rocket fuel and their engines.
VakıfBank holds a 0.07% stake in the Company's capital of TRY 30 million, which was established in 1995 to participate in agricultural, commercial, etc. enterprises.
VakıfBank has a 3% stake in the capital of TRY 50 million of Türkiye Ürün İhtisas Borsası AŞ, which was founded within the framework of Law No. 5300 and related legislation to carry out stock exchange activities in order to ensure the trade of electronic warehouse receipts created by licensed warehouse operators and futures contracts based on electronic warehouse receipts.
The company, which was established in 1998 to provide ATM maintenance-repair, field, security, software-certification, etc. services for Distribution Channels, became a partner in February 2020. VakıfBank holds a 33.33% stake in the Company's capital of TRY 340 million.
VakıfBank became a partner in the Company in January 2020, which is an international rating agency rating potential rating groups and corporate governance services applicable to Banks, Financial Institutions, Insurance Companies, Public Institutions, Corporate Industrial and Commercial Companies, SMEs, local governments, bonds, and structured finance issuances and projects. VakıfBank holds a 2.86% stake in the Company's capital of TRY 100 million.
Founded in 1993 in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, World Vakıf UBB Ltd. was established in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus with a capital of USD 500,000 and VakıfBank has a share of USD 415,000 (83%) in the liquidated World Vakıf UBB Ltd. The company is in the process of liquidation.