At FootGearUSA (“we”, “our”, “us”), accessible from https://footgearusa.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect from users, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect We collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

  • Email address (e.g., when contacting us via email).
  • Name (if you submit inquiries through contact forms).

1.2 Automatically Collected Information We automatically collect certain data through cookies and analytics tools when you visit our site, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information (Mobile/Desktop)
  • Pages visited and time spent on website
  • Referral sources

1.3 Cookies We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser options.

2. Use of Google Analytics We use Google Analytics, a widely-used analytics service, to track and analyze traffic on our website. Google Analytics may collect data such as your IP address, device type, and browsing patterns.

3. How We Use Your Information We use collected information to:

  • Improve website performance, content, and user experience.
  • Analyze user behavior and traffic trends.
  • Respond to your inquiries via email.
  • Maintain website security and prevent fraud.
  • We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

4. Affiliate Disclosure FootGearUSA participates in affiliate marketing programs, which allows us to earn commissions on products purchased through our links. Our partners include but are not limited to:

  • Amazon Associates Program
  • Other US-based shoe retailers and vendors.

This means we may earn a small commission when you click on links or make a purchase through affiliate links at no additional cost to you. Affiliate partners (like Amazon) may use cookies to track purchases referred from our website to assign commissions.

5. Third-Party Links Our website contains links to third-party websites (e.g., Amazon, Nike, Footlocker). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or cookie usage of these third-party sites. Please review the privacy policy of each site you visit.

6. Data Sharing We may share data only in the following limited cases:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., Google Analytics) to help us operate our site.
  • To comply with law enforcement or legal requirements if compelled by law.

7. Children’s Privacy Our website is not intended for children under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Data Protection Rights (GDPR) If you are visiting from the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your data.
  • The right to restrict or object to processing.
  • To request these actions, please contact us at: footgearusa@gmail.com

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA) For users residing in California:

  • You may request details about what personal data we hold about you.
  • You may request the deletion of your personal data.
  • You may opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information).
  • We honor “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals where technically feasible.

10. Security We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Updated versions will be indicated by the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.

12. Contact Us If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: footgearusa@gmail.com