Privacy Policy – brucekatzshoes.com

1. Information We Collect

We process:

  • Personal details (name, address, contact info)
  • Payment data (via PCI-compliant processors)
  • Purchase history & style preferences
  • Device/browser information (cookies, IP address)

2. Purpose of Processing

Your data enables us to:

  • Process shoe orders and fittings
  • Provide personalized comfort recommendations
  • Improve our footwear designs
  • Prevent fraud

Processing is based on:

  • Contract fulfillment (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
  • Legitimate interest (customer service)
  • Consent (for marketing)

4. Data Sharing

We only disclose to:

  • Orthopedic specialists (for custom fittings)
  • Leather suppliers (order fulfillment only)
  • Analytics providers (aggregated data)

5. Your Rights

You may request:

  • Access to personal data
  • Correction of fit profiles
  • Deletion of non-essential data
  • Opt-out of marketing

6. Security Measures

We implement:

  • 256-bit SSL encryption
  • Biometric access controls
  • Annual material safety audits

7. Data Retention

  • Customer profiles: Until deletion request
  • Order history: 5 years (warranty compliance)
  • Fit preferences: 3 years

8. Cookies

We use only essential cookies for:

  • Virtual fitting room functionality
  • Cart preservation
  • Leather sourcing tracking

Manage preferences: brucekatzshoes.com/cookie-settings

9. Policy Updates

Changes posted at: brucekatzshoes.com/privacy

To exercise rights: brucekatzshoes.com/data-request