Privacy & Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 2, 2026

This policy describes how Dr. Footers collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website, interact with our marketing communications, or purchase our products (boots, caps, belts), in compliance with global privacy standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the CAN-SPAM Act.

1. Data Controller

The entity responsible for processing your personal data is:

Alessandro Sacilotto | Dr. Footers

Viale Brigata Marche 11, Treviso 31100, Italy.

Primary Contact: Dr. Footers WhatsApp Support.

2. Types of Data Collected

We collect and process different types of information depending on how you interact with us:

Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, and time spent on the site, collected automatically via cookies.
Voluntary Data: Names, email addresses, and phone numbers provided voluntarily via sign-up forms, pop-ups, or checkout processes.
Transactional Data: Purchase history, including product interests (e.g., boots, caps, belts) and sizes.

3. Email Marketing & Unsubscribe Policy (GDPR/CAN-SPAM)

By subscribing to our newsletter or providing your email during a purchase, you consent to receive commercial communications and promotional offers from Dr. Footers.

Legal Basis: Processing is based on your explicit consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) or legitimate interest for existing customers.
Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time without cost.
How to Unsubscribe: You can click the "Unsubscribe" link found at the bottom of any email sent via our platforms (Klaviyo, MailerLite, or Sender). This is an automated process. Alternatively, you may request manual removal by contacting us via our official WhatsApp support.
Data Retention: Upon unsubscribing, your email is moved to a "suppression list" to ensure no further marketing communications are sent, satisfying our legal obligations under Art. 21(3) GDPR.

4. Cookie Policy & Third-Party Services

Our website uses different types of cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze our traffic. We rely on the following trusted partners:

Platform Infrastructure: We use Squarespace (Ireland Ltd.) for website hosting and essential technical cookies that ensure the site remains secure and functional.
Analytics & Performance: We use Google Analytics 4 (Google Ireland Limited) to monitor aggregate site traffic. This data is processed in a statistical form to understand how visitors interact with our content.
Marketing & Personalization: We use Klaviyo (Inc.) to manage our email communications and understand user preferences. This may include tracking behavioral data to provide you with relevant product updates (such as new arrivals in caps or boots).

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential tracking cookies.
Contractual Necessity: To process orders and deliver purchased goods.
Legitimate Interest: To maintain website security, prevent fraud, and analyze site performance.

6. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, or request the total erasure of your personal data ("Right to be Forgotten"). You may also restrict or object to certain types of processing.

To exercise these rights, please reach out to us directly through our WhatsApp support link found on the website.

7. Managing Cookie Preferences

You can manage or revoke your cookie consent at any time via the banner on our website or through your browser settings. To opt-out of third-party behavioral advertising globally, visit www.youronlinechoices.com.