5 Common Mistakes Companies Make in KVKK Compliance

Compliance obligations under KVKK apply to every business, regardless of size.

1. An Outdated Data Inventory

Companies often prepare a data inventory once and then neglect to update it.

2. Using Generic Privacy Notice Templates

Templates pulled from the internet often fail to reflect a company actual data processing activities.

3. Confusing Explicit Consent with Legitimate Interest

Not every processing activity requires explicit consent; in some cases legitimate interest or performance of a contract is a sufficient legal basis.

4. No Data Breach Response Plan

When a data breach occurs, the 72-hour notification window closes quickly.

5. Failing to Review Third-Party Contracts

Contracts with data-processing vendors that lack compliant data processing clauses can leave the data controller company solely liable.

A comprehensive KVKK audit conducted at regular intervals makes it possible to catch most of these mistakes before they become costly.