Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how QuakeWatch collects, uses, and shares information when you visit earthquakes.linigu.com.
1. Who We Are
QuakeWatch is an independent earthquake monitoring platform operated by Gökalp Koçak / Linigu. We are not affiliated with USGS, AFAD, Kandilli, or any government agency.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, such as account details, felt reports, comments, and technical data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited. We also use cookies and similar technologies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use information to provide the service, improve performance, prevent abuse, and for advertising and analytics purposes where you have consented.
4. Google Advertising & Analytics
We may use Google AdSense and Google Analytics to fund the site and understand traffic. These services may use cookies and other identifiers. You can reject non-essential cookies through the consent banner.
5. Cookies
We use essential cookies for sessions and security, and optional analytics/advertising cookies if you accept them. See our Cookie Policy for details.
6. Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data, and you may withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time.
7. Contact
For privacy concerns, use our contact form.