Privacy Policy
How we protect your privacy and handle your data
π Privacy in a Nutshell
No Data Collection
All calculations happen on your device. We don't collect or store personal health data.
Local Processing
Your measurements and results stay on your device - they never leave your computer or phone.
Anonymous Analytics
We only track anonymous usage statistics to improve our tools - no personal information.
No Selling
We never sell your data to third parties. Your privacy is not for sale.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you use our tools, you may provide information such as:
- Foot measurements (length, width)
- Personal characteristics (age range, activity level)
- Health-related preferences and goals
- Contact information (only if you choose to contact us)
Important: All health-related data is processed locally on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect limited, non-personal information including:
- Device type and browser information
- General location (country/region level only)
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referrer information (which site brought you to us)
This information is anonymized and used solely for improving our services.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking
We use minimal cookies for:
- Remembering your preferences (like preferred units)
- Basic website functionality
- Anonymous analytics through Google Analytics
You can disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting the core functionality of our tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Tool Functionality
Information you enter into our tools is used exclusively for:
- Performing calculations and providing recommendations
- Displaying your personalized results
- Improving the accuracy of our algorithms
All processing happens on your device - no data is sent to our servers.
2.2 Service Improvement
We use anonymous, aggregated data to:
- Understand which tools are most useful
- Identify technical issues and bugs
- Improve user experience and interface design
- Develop new tools based on user needs
2.3 Communication
If you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter, we use your contact information to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Send requested updates and foot health tips
- Notify you of important service changes
3. Data Storage and Security
3.1 Local Storage
Personal health data from our tools is stored locally on your device using:
- Browser local storage for preferences
- Temporary session storage for calculations
- No permanent server-side storage of personal data
3.2 Security Measures
We implement appropriate security measures including:
- HTTPS encryption for all website traffic
- Regular security audits and updates
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Limited access to any stored data
3.3 Data Retention
- Health data: Stored only on your device, you control retention
- Contact information: Kept until you request deletion
- Analytics data: Anonymized and retained for 26 months
- Newsletter data: Kept until you unsubscribe
4. Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 No Sale of Data
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or any other purposes.
4.2 Service Providers
We may share limited, non-personal information with:
- Google Analytics (anonymized usage data)
- Hosting providers (minimal technical data)
- Email service providers (only for newsletter subscribers)
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes
- Protect our rights and property
- Ensure user and public safety
5. Your Rights and Choices
5.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access any personal information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to certain data processing
- Data portability (receiving your data in a usable format)
5.2 Cookie Preferences
You can control cookies through:
- Browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Google Analytics opt-out tools
- Our cookie preference center (when available)
5.3 Newsletter Preferences
You can:
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
- Update your email preferences
- Request complete removal from our mailing list
6. Children's Privacy
Our services are designed for general audiences and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Parents and guardians should supervise children's use of our tools and can contact us if they have concerns about their child's privacy.
7. International Data Transfers
Our services are hosted in the United States. If you access our website from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be processed in the US, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your privacy rights are protected in accordance with this policy.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our practices
- Changes in applicable laws
- New features or services
- User feedback and requirements
We will notify users of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last Modified" date
- Sending email notifications for material changes (if you've provided your email)
Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:
[Your Business Address]
United States
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.
Specific Regional Rights
πͺπΊ European Union (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right to be informed about data collection and use
- Right of access to 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
- Rights related to automated decision making
πΊπΈ California (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to say no to the sale of personal information
- Right to access your personal information
- Right to equal service and price, even if you exercise your privacy rights
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your information based on the following legal grounds:
Consent
When you voluntarily provide information or subscribe to our newsletter
Legitimate Interest
For improving our services and user experience through anonymous analytics
Legal Obligation
When required to comply with applicable laws and regulations
Contract Performance
To provide the services you request through our tools