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KVKK Compliance Checklist

Hotel ID Photocopy Ban — Decision No. 2025/2120

Immediate Actions Required

Stop ID Photocopying

Cease all ID card and passport photocopying/scanning at check-in points immediately.

Identify Existing Archives

Locate all previously collected ID photocopies in physical and digital storage systems.

Destroy Archived Copies

Properly dispose of all ID photocopies per KVKK Article 7 guidelines. Document the destruction process.

Update Check-in Procedures

Modify registration process to visual verification only. Staff views ID, manually enters required data.

Train Front Desk Staff

Ensure all personnel understand the new requirements and can explain to guests if asked.

Review IT Systems

Check hotel management software, cloud storage, and backup systems for stored ID images.

Update Privacy Notice

Revise your KVKK disclosure text (aydınlatma metni) to reflect current data processing practices.

Document Compliance

Keep records of policy changes, staff training, and destruction procedures for potential audits.

This checklist is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.