Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Shoe Size Tools ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal information.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide
Our shoe size converter tool processes the following locally in your browser:
- Shoe sizes you enter for conversion
- Foot measurements you input
- Size preferences (men's, women's, kids')
- Width selections
Important: This information is processed entirely in your browser and is NOT transmitted to our servers or stored anywhere.
2. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through third-party services:
- Google Analytics: Usage data, page views, time on site, device type, browser type, geographic location (country/city level), and referral sources
- Google AdSense: Advertising preferences, ad interactions, and cookie data for personalized advertising
- Server Logs: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and access times
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide and maintain our shoe size conversion tools
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site and improve user experience
- Advertising: To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- Technical Operations: To detect and prevent technical issues, abuse, or security threats
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries if you contact us
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics cookies to track site usage and performance
- Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense cookies for displaying personalized ads
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. To learn more about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous data. For more information, review Google's Privacy Policy.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history. For more information, review Google's Advertising Privacy Policy.
You can manage ad personalization at Google Ad Settings.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to any collected data
- Secure hosting infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
General Rights
- Access: Request information about the data we collect
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information
- Opt-out: Opt out of analytics and advertising tracking
California Residents (CCPA)
If you're a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
European Union Residents (GDPR)
If you're in the EU/EEA, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at [email protected].
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- For significant changes, providing prominent notice on our website
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- General Inquiries: [email protected]
- Website: shoesizetools.com/contact
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your information depends on the specific context:
- Legitimate Interest: We process data to operate and improve our website
- Consent: