Cookie Policy – ETC Shoes

Effective Date: 09/30/2025

At ETC Shoes, we use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with the best possible shopping experience on our website www.etcshoes.com. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

By continuing to browse or use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone, or tablet when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and enhance your browsing experience.

There are different types of cookies:

Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them manually.
First-Party Cookies: Placed directly by ETC Shoes.
Third-Party Cookies: Set by third-party services such as analytics, social media, or advertising platforms.

2. How We Use Cookies

ETC Shoes uses cookies for the following purposes:

A. Essential Cookies

Enable core site functions like navigation, cart, and checkout.
Without these cookies, our website cannot function properly.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

Collect anonymous data on how visitors use our site.
Help us improve website functionality, speed, and design.
Example: Google Analytics.

C. Functionality Cookies

Remember your preferences, such as language, currency, and items in your cart.
Provide a more personalized shopping experience.

D. Advertising & Targeting Cookies

Track browsing behavior to deliver relevant ads.
Limit how often you see the same ad.
Help us measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns (Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, TikTok Pixel, etc.).

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third parties to place cookies on our site, including:

Analytics Providers (Google Analytics, Shopify Analytics)
Marketing & Advertising Networks (Facebook, Instagram, Google Ads)
Payment & Checkout Services (Shop Pay, PayPal, Stripe)

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your browsing behavior across websites.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have control over your cookies. You can:

Browser Settings: Block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Instructions vary depending on browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).
Consent Banner: Manage your preferences directly via the cookie consent pop-up on our site.
Opt-Out Links: Some third-party services offer opt-out options for personalized ads (e.g., Google Ads Preferences, Facebook Ad Preferences).

📌 Note: If you disable cookies, certain parts of our website (like checkout or personalized recommendations) may not function properly.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on our website, please contact:

ETC Shoes – Privacy Department

📧 Email: support@etcshoes.com

🌍 Website: www.etcshoes.com