Frequently asked questions
The questions we hear most often about RDL Network — with short, clear answers.
General
What is RDL Network?
RDL Network is a free academic social network where researchers manage their profile, publications, citations and collaborations in one place.
Who can use it?
Researchers, graduate students, university faculty and research-centre staff can create a free account.
Is it really free?
Yes — free for individual researchers, no ads, no data sales.
Which languages are supported?
The UI is available in Turkish and English. You can publish your content in any language.
Account & Profile
How do I sign up?
Click “Get started” in the top right, register with your email or institutional account, then verify your email and complete your profile.
How do I link ORCID?
Go to Profile > Settings > ORCID, enter your ID and click Link. Publications and citations will sync automatically.
How is institutional verification done?
Verify with your university email (e.g. @itu.edu.tr) and an institutional badge appears on your profile.
Can I delete my account?
Yes — Settings > Privacy > Delete account. Per KVKK/GDPR your personal data is fully erased within 30 days.
Publications & CV
How do I add my publications?
Either add them manually or auto-import from ORCID / CrossRef / OpenAlex.
How do I build and export my CV?
Use the CV Builder, select sections, then “Download as PDF” to get a professional CV in minutes.
Where do I see my citation count?
Citation counts appear next to each publication on your profile; click “Citation graph” for details.
Privacy & Security
Is my data safe?
All your data is encrypted both in transit and at rest. We use secure authentication and access controls, so only authorized people can reach it.
Do you share data with third parties?
No — apart from the openly published academic profile, nothing personal is shared without your consent.
Are you KVKK / GDPR compliant?
Yes — all data processing follows KVKK and GDPR principles; your data-subject rights are honoured.