Porty - Rentable powerbank sharing

Porty Rentable Powerbank Service

Porty is the pioneering portable power bank rental service in Turkey, created to address the increasing mobility needs of individuals in our technology-driven sharing economy. This service alleviates the inconveniences caused by low battery levels in daily life by allowing users to recharge their electronic devices quickly and securely, particularly when they are away from home, work, or educational institutions.

Beginning its journey in Istanbul, Porty has expanded to 61 provinces, partnering with over 75 corporate entities and establishing more than 3,000 locations including establishments like Gloria Jeans, Big Chefs, NumNum, Simit Sarayı, Mado, Acıbadem Hospital, Türk Telekom, Midpoint, Caffe Nero, Tchibo, Jolly Joker, and The Hunger.

What are the Features of Porty Chargers?

The Porty charger is a reliable and easily portable option for charging mobile devices efficiently, equipped with lithium-ion batteries for safe usage. It features Type-C, Micro USB, and Apple USB-C Lightning cables, allowing users to recharge their devices without needing to carry their own chargers.

Designed with a capacity of 5000 mAh, the Porty power bank offers rapid charging at a rate of 5.0V and 2.0A. Thanks to its energy-efficient, eco-friendly lithium-ion battery, it can boost your phone's charge from 1% to 50% within just 30 minutes; however, this duration may vary based on the model and condition of your device.

You can rent a power bank conveniently in three straightforward steps by visiting Porty kiosks situated in various locations such as cafes, restaurants, transit hubs, universities, healthcare facilities, shopping centers, beaches, ski resorts, convention venues, gyms, supermarkets, and hotels. Once your rental period ends, you can simply return the charger at the nearest Porty location.

How to Use Porty Rental Powerbanks?

1- Download the Porty app from the App Store.

2- Complete the registration process along with credit card verification.

3- Begin your rental by scanning the QR code at your selected Porty charging stations found on the app’s map or located nearby.

To finish your power bank rental, just return the device to any Porty charging point indicated by the arrow, concluding the transaction in one seamless step.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Porty?

Porty is Turkey’s first powerbank rental service. It is an innovative solution that will completely change the charger ecosystem.

With technological developments, smart mobile phones have become an indispensable element of human life as they carry a task beyond communication. During instant sharing via smartphones (such as e-mail traffic, photo and video shooting, social media use), charging problems occur due to intensive use, which negatively affects business and private life. Due to charging problems, people have to carry their chargers with them all the time or entrust their phones to unsafe environments. This also means that they cannot reach their phones when needed. They even leave the place they are in before they plan due to the aforementioned problem. Porty, designed to eliminate the problem, aims to be beneficial to users and businesses with this understanding.

How does Porty differ from other similar products?

It is a portable product. For this reason, when you want to charge your electronic device, your device is charged nearby and safely.

You can leave the place where you use it and deliver it to the Porty point in another location.

You do not need to look for coins for payment. Payments are made digitally via the app.

Why should I use Porty?

Porty is an environmentally friendly, economical, reliable, easily accessible and portable charger. In particular, it is distinguished from other products by allowing you to charge your mobile devices on the go.

Is my personal data safe with Porty?

Your personal data is under the protection of Porty. Your data in accordance with KVKK(Personal Data Protection Law);

To ensure that personal data is not processed unlawfully,

No unlawful access to personal data,

In order to protect personal data, it takes necessary measures to ensure the appropriate level of security and implements policies for this purpose and all personal data is secured over the internet with SSL (Secure Socket Layer) certificate.

Where can I view Porty Packages?

You can find package  information and terms of use for all Porty packages in the "Porty Packages’’ tab in the Porty application. You can purchase the package you want by reading the details, price information and terms of use of the existing Porty packages.

How do I buy a Porty Package?

The "Porty Packages’’ tab in the Porty application contains the content and price information of the available Porty packages. Select the package you want to purchase and click the "Continue" button. If your payment method is registered, you can select the card you will pay. If your payment method is not registered, you can purchase the package you want by adding your card information.

Medical ID Settings: Let Your Phone Save a Life in an Emergency

Technology has moved beyond merely simplifying our daily lives; it has begun to serve as a protective shield during critical moments. In particular, the Medical ID features integrated into our smartphones play a vital role during unexpected health crises or accidents. Even if you are unconscious at the scene of an accident, your smartphone can provide medical personnel with the most critical information about you within seconds. Everything from your blood type and current medications to your chronic conditions and allergies is made accessible without the need to unlock the screen. This capability allows medical teams to initiate the correct treatment much faster, thereby minimizing the risk of administering inappropriate care.

Although most users tend to quickly skip past the health and safety options presented during the initial device setup process, properly configuring these settings essentially serves as a form of life insurance. This digital identity—which you can easily create via your phone's "Health" app—is more than just an information display; it acts as a spokesperson that speaks on your behalf during your most difficult moments.

Where Is Emergency Information Stored on the Phone, and How Is It Accessed?

For a first responder or medical professional encountering an emergency situation, time is the most precious commodity. Security layers such as your phone's passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID should not become obstacles during this critical process. Anticipating this need, Apple stores all critical health data in a layer accessible immediately *outside* of the locked screen.

To access this data, simply tapping the "Emergency" button—which appears in the bottom-left corner while attempting to unlock the phone—is all that is required. Once this action is performed, the Medical ID option appears directly beneath the keypad. When this area is tapped, information previously defined by the user—such as their date of birth, blood type, organ donor status, and emergency contacts—is displayed. This ensures that even if the device owner is unable to speak, medical personnel can access essential details regarding the patient's medical history within seconds, thereby allowing them to determine the appropriate course of treatment.

How to Set Up an Emergency Contact on iPhone?

In the event of an accident, another matter just as critical as medical intervention is notifying your family or loved ones. This feature—which allows authorities to call the people on your list even if your phone is locked—enables communication without compromising the device's security. Many people wonder how to add an emergency contact. This process can be completed in just a few simple steps using your phone's Health app.

To successfully complete this process, you can follow these steps:

Open the Health App: Tap on your profile icon, then navigate to the "Medical ID" tab.

Tap the Edit Button: Use the "Edit" button located in the top right corner to update your existing information or add new data.

Select a Contact: Tap the "Add Emergency Contact" button at the bottom of the page to choose a trusted person from your contacts list.

Define Relationship: Specify your relationship to the selected person (e.g., spouse, mother, father, sibling) to build your iPhone emergency contacts list.

Lock Screen Access: Most importantly, ensure that the "Show When Locked" option is enabled; otherwise, this information will not be visible while the screen is locked.

Once you have completed these settings, adding someone to your list is not merely a matter of saving a phone number; it serves as a guarantee that, in a difficult moment, the person you trust most can be reached. What Information Must Be Included in a Medical ID Profile?

The accuracy and scope of the information you provide when creating your digital health profile determine the quality of the medical support you will receive. It is essential to focus not merely on a general health history, but on the most vital details that first responders need to see during an emergency intervention. As you edit your profile on this screen, you must keep in mind that every single piece of information has the potential to save a life. There are several fundamental elements that you should include in your Medical ID profile:

Blood Type: Saves critical time in situations requiring a blood transfusion.

Allergies and Medication Reactions: This information is of vital importance, particularly if you have allergies to medications—such as penicillin—or to substances like latex.

Chronic Conditions: Conditions requiring ongoing monitoring—such as diabetes, epilepsy, asthma, or heart disease—should be clearly listed.

Regular Medications: It is imperative that this list be kept up to date, as the medications you are currently taking may interact with any new medications administered to you.

Organ Donation Status: Ensures that your personal preferences are known, even during the most difficult of moments.

The profile you create by filling in these details is not merely a collection of data; it is your digital health summary.