Privacy Policy

Welcome to Shoe Style Shop (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We’re committed to protecting the privacy of our adventure-ready customers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website shoestyleshop.com or make a purchase from us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that helps us serve our global community of outdoor enthusiasts:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, shipping address, phone number, and payment details when you make a purchase
• Order Information: Products purchased, order history, and preferences
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and mobile device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, and interaction with our content
• Location Data: General geographic information to provide relevant shipping options

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to enhance your shopping experience for adventure gear:

• Process and fulfill your orders for hiking boots, travel bags, and outdoor apparel
• Provide customer support for your adventure gear questions
• Improve our website and product offerings for style-conscious explorers
• Send order confirmations, shipping notifications, and service-related communications
• Detect and prevent fraud to keep your transactions secure
• Comply with legal obligations related to international sales

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We value your trust and only share information when necessary:

• Service Providers: We work with trusted partners for payment processing (Visa, MasterCard, JCB, PayPal), shipping, and website analytics
• Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or sale of company assets
• With Your Consent: For any other purpose disclosed with your permission

We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. International Data Transfers

As we serve customers globally (except certain Asian and remote regions), your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

5. Data Storage and Security

We protect your information with the same care we’d want for our own outdoor adventures:

• 256-bit SSL encryption for all transactions
• PCI-DSS compliant payment processing
• Regular security audits of our systems
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure tokenization for saved payment methods (when you create an account)

While we implement these measures, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but promise to respond promptly to any breaches.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request erasure of your personal data, subject to legal requirements
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Account: Manage your preferences if you’ve created an account

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your shopping experience:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and secure checkout
• Performance Cookies: Help us improve our site for mobile shoppers
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences for future visits
• Advertising Cookies: Show relevant products for outdoor enthusiasts

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as our business evolves. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when changes were made. Continued use of our site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.