Privacy Policy
Running Shoe DB (the “Site”) respects user privacy. This policy explains what information may be handled when you use the Site and why.
Effective: 2026-07-31
Information we handle
The Site does not offer accounts, checkout or payment processing. When you visit, the hosting and delivery providers may record access information such as IP address, browser or device type, referring page and access time.
The Site uses browser local storage to remember preferences such as language and list density. If you contact us, we handle your email address and message only as needed to respond and resolve the request.
How information is used
Information is used to provide and maintain the Site, investigate abuse or technical problems, remember display preferences, respond to inquiries and improve content and usability. We do not use personal information for unrelated purposes unless required by law.
Advertising and cookies
When Google AdSense is enabled, third-party vendors including Google may use cookies to serve ads. Google may use information about previous visits to this and other sites to show more relevant advertising.
You can disable personalized advertising in Google Ads Settings. In the EEA, UK, Switzerland and other regions where consent is required, choices will be presented through a Google-certified consent management platform.
Affiliate links
The Site participates in Rakuten Affiliate and the Amazon Associates Program. Linked services may handle cookies and access information under their own privacy policies. The Site does not receive your order details, payment information or delivery address.
External sites and disclosure
The Site links to manufacturers, authorized retailers, news sources and marketplaces. Please review each destination's privacy policy. We do not disclose personal information we handle to third parties without consent except when required by law.
Security and retention
We take reasonable steps to protect the limited information we handle. Contact information and operational records are deleted or anonymized within a reasonable period after they are no longer needed for support, maintenance or legal obligations.
Changes to this policy
This policy may be updated when services or legal requirements change. Material changes will be posted on this page and take effect when published.
Google advertising and privacy
Contact
For questions about this policy or how information is handled, contact the address below.