Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 20, 2026

ShoeVentory ("we," "us," or "our") operates ShoeVentory (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use the Service.

1. Information we collect

Account information: name, email address, password (stored in hashed form), plan/role, and account preferences.

Content you provide: shoe/item details, photos, tags, and messages you send through the Service.

Usage and device data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages viewed, actions taken (such as sign-in, item creation, or subscription events), and approximate location derived from IP.

Payment information: subscription status and billing metadata from our payment processor. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers; payment details are handled by Stripe or similar providers.

Push notifications: if you enable notifications, we store subscription endpoints needed to deliver messages.

2. How we use information

We use information to:

• Provide, maintain, and secure the Service
• Process subscriptions and communicate about your account
• Enforce terms, prevent fraud, and comply with law
• Improve features and troubleshoot issues
• Send service-related messages (you may opt out of non-essential marketing where applicable)

3. Legal bases (EEA/UK users)

Where applicable, we process personal data based on: performance of a contract, legitimate interests (security, improvement, analytics), consent (where required, e.g., certain cookies or marketing), and legal obligations.

4. Sharing of information

We may share information with:

• Service providers (hosting, email, analytics, payment processing) under contractual safeguards
• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Business transfers in connection with merger, acquisition, or asset sale, with notice where required

We do not sell your personal information for money.

5. Data retention

We retain account and content data while your account is active. After deletion or termination, we may retain limited data for backup, legal, or security purposes for a reasonable period, then delete or anonymize it.

Activity logs maintained for administration may be retained according to configured retention settings.

6. Security

We use administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

7. Your rights and choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or export personal data, object to or restrict processing, and withdraw consent. Contact us to exercise these rights.

You may update profile information in account settings. You may request account deletion by contacting us.

8. Children's privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or 16 where applicable). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Contact us if you believe we have done so.

9. International transfers

If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the United States or other countries with different data protection laws. We take steps required by applicable law for such transfers.

10. Cookies and similar technologies

We use session cookies and similar technologies for authentication, security, and preferences. You can control cookies through browser settings; disabling them may limit functionality.

11. Third-party links

The Service may link to third-party sites or services. Their privacy practices are not governed by this policy.

12. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We will post the revised version and update the "Last updated" date. Material changes may be communicated by email or in-app notice where required.

13. Contact

Privacy inquiries:

Have this policy reviewed by qualified legal counsel for your jurisdiction and data practices.