Lawyer Hayriye Değirmenci Yadel warned: Even if you have just one follower, you can be penalized.

03.03.2025 15:51

In the News.com studio, Lawyer Hayriye Değirmenci Yadel, who was a guest of Meltem Şarkışlalı, explained important legal details regarding social media usage. Yadel made critical warnings on various topics, from social media use in the workplace to hidden advertisements, stating, "In 2024, a fine of 277 million TL was imposed."

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The legal processes related to social media usage are gaining more importance every day. Lawyer Hayriye Değirmenci Yadel made important statements in the Haberler.com studio regarding the legal responsibilities that may arise from employees' social media posts and penalties for hidden advertising.

"IF SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE IS NOT PROHIBITED IN THE WORKPLACE, IT CANNOT BE A REASON FOR TERMINATION"

Speaking about social media usage in workplaces, Yadel stated, "If social media usage is not prohibited in a workplace, spending time on social media alone cannot be a reason for dismissal."

"PENALTIES OF UP TO 550 THOUSAND TL ARE IMPOSED FOR HIDDEN ADVERTISING"

Indicating that the advertising of a product that appears to be a brand is regulated by law, Yadel said, "If you share a product on social media and do not indicate that it is an advertisement, a fine of up to 550 thousand TL may be imposed."

"YOU CAN BE PENALIZED EVEN IF YOU HAVE JUST 1 FOLLOWER"

Emphasizing that there is no requirement to be an influencer, Yadel stated, "The Ministry of Trade initiates action based on complaints. Even if you have just 1 follower, if you promote a product and do not indicate that it is an advertisement, you may face legal sanctions."