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Online defamation, fake accounts, hacked profiles, online fraud and data breaches can cause serious harm within hours. An IT and cyber law lawyer in Turkey acts quickly to remove unlawful content, identify those responsible and protect your data. We advise individuals and companies, including foreigners targeted by content published in Turkey.
IT and Cyber Crime Lawyer
IT lawyer Istanbul and cyber crime lawyer Istanbul: we remove defamatory content, obtain access bans, act in cases of hacked accounts and online fraud and advise companies on KVKK data protection and e-commerce contracts, for clients in Turkey and abroad.
Removing Unlawful Content and Access Bans
Under Turkish Internet Law No. 5651, a person whose personal rights are violated by online content can apply to the content provider or hosting provider for removal and to the criminal judgeship of peace for an access ban or content removal order. Such applications are decided quickly, usually within days. We prepare and file these applications for social media posts, news articles, forum entries and fake profiles.
Cybercrime
We represent victims and defendants in cybercrime cases, including:
- unauthorised access to accounts and systems,
- online fraud and phishing,
- blackmail and threats via messaging apps,
- unlawful recording and sharing of private images or data,
- insult and defamation on social media.
Victims can file a criminal complaint with the public prosecutor. Some offences, such as insult, are subject to short complaint periods, so act quickly.
Personal Data Protection (KVKK)
The Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK) applies to businesses processing personal data in Turkey. We help companies with privacy notices, consent mechanisms, data transfer abroad, registration obligations and responding to data breaches and complaints to the Personal Data Protection Authority. We also represent individuals whose data has been misused.
E-Commerce and Software Contracts
We draft and review website terms, distance sales contracts, software licence and development agreements, SaaS contracts and domain name disputes. Related area: Legal Consultancy.
Online Reputation for Foreign Clients
If you are a foreign individual or business targeted by content hosted in Turkey or on Turkish websites, we can pursue removal and legal action under Turkish law without you travelling. We offer a free short preliminary consultation.
How can I remove defamatory content in Turkey?
By applying to the content or hosting provider and to the criminal judgeship of peace for a removal or access ban order under Law No. 5651.
How fast is an access ban decision?
Applications to the criminal judgeship of peace are usually decided within days.
My social media account was hacked. What can I do?
File a criminal complaint for unauthorised access and, if needed, apply for removal of content posted from your account.
Is online insult a crime in Turkey?
Yes. Insult on social media can be prosecuted; the complaint period is generally six months from learning of the act and the perpetrator.
Does KVKK apply to my company?
If your company processes personal data in Turkey, KVKK applies, including obligations on notices, consent and data transfers abroad.
Can foreigners request content removal in Turkey?
Yes, foreigners can apply under the same law, through a lawyer acting under a power of attorney.
What should I do after online fraud?
Keep all messages and transaction records, contact your bank immediately and file a criminal complaint.
Do you draft software and e-commerce contracts?
Yes, including terms of use, distance sales contracts and software licence agreements.
In the office or by video, we listen to your situation and review your documents.
We set out in writing which action to file, the estimated timeline and cost items.
Filings, hearings and evidence are followed by a single lawyer.
You hear from us on every development by WhatsApp or e-mail.