Legal Document

Privacy
Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 Last Updated: January 1, 2025 Wenzhou Shoegan Footwear Co., Ltd.
Our Commitment to You

At Shoegan, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal and business information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how Wenzhou Shoegan Footwear Co., Ltd. ("Shoegan," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you visit our website or engage with us for B2B business purposes.

Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us for a quote, submit an inquiry form, or communicate with our team, we may collect:

  • Full name, job title, and company name
  • Business email address and phone number
  • Company address, country, and shipping destination
  • Product inquiries, order specifications, and customization requirements
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide in your messages

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

  • IP address and approximate geographic location
  • Browser type, version, and operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
  • Device identifiers and session data via cookies

1.3 Information from Business Communications

As a B2B manufacturer, we may collect information exchanged through email, WeChat, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, trade show interactions, or other professional channels when you initiate contact with our team for sourcing or procurement purposes.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for legitimate business purposes, including:

Inquiry Processing

Responding to quote requests, product questions, and OEM/ODM inquiries in a timely manner.

Order Fulfillment

Processing orders, coordinating production, managing shipping logistics, and providing delivery updates.

Business Relationship

Maintaining ongoing supplier-buyer relationships, sending product updates, and sharing relevant certification documentation.

Legal Compliance

Meeting export documentation requirements, customs declarations, and applicable trade regulations.

Website Improvement

Analyzing usage patterns to improve website performance, content relevance, and user experience.

Security & Fraud Prevention

Detecting and preventing unauthorized access, fraudulent activity, or misuse of our systems.

Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal or business information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

Logistics & Freight Partners

Shipping agents, freight forwarders, and customs brokers who require consignee information to process and deliver your orders (FOB, CIF, or DDP terms).

Certification & Testing Bodies

Accredited laboratories and certification authorities (e.g., for EN ISO 20345, ASTM F2413, AS/NZS 2210) when processing product certifications on your behalf.

Legal & Regulatory Authorities

Government bodies, customs authorities, or law enforcement when required by applicable law, court order, or regulatory obligation under Chinese or international trade law.

Service Providers

Trusted technology providers (e.g., email hosting, CRM, web analytics) who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements and only for specified purposes.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect analytical data. We use the following types of cookies:

Type Purpose Required
Essential Enable core website functionality, form submissions, and security features. Yes
Analytics Understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics). Data is anonymized. Optional
Preferences Remember your language, region, and display settings for a better experience. Optional

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. For details on managing cookies, refer to your browser's help documentation.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

SSL Encryption
All data in transit is encrypted via HTTPS/TLS.
Access Controls
Restricted access on a need-to-know basis for our staff.
Regular Audits
Periodic review of our data handling and security practices.

While we take reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. If you suspect any unauthorized access to your information, please contact us immediately.

Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Our general retention guidelines are:

Inquiry & quote records 3 years
Order & transaction records 7 years (legal requirement)
Business correspondence 5 years
Website analytics data 26 months
Unsubscribe / opt-out records Indefinitely

Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, we will securely delete or anonymize your information unless retention is required for ongoing legal proceedings or regulatory obligations.

International Data Transfers

Shoegan is headquartered in Wenzhou, China. As a global B2B exporter serving customers in Europe, North America, Australia, the Middle East, and other regions, your information may be transferred to and processed in China or other countries where our service providers operate.

These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction. By engaging with us, you acknowledge this cross-border transfer. We take steps to ensure that any such transfers are made with appropriate safeguards in place, in accordance with:

China PIPL EU GDPR (where applicable) Standard Contractual Clauses Contractual Necessity

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We respect and honor these rights:

Right to Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention obligations.

Right to Object / Opt-Out

Opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our emails.

Right to Data Portability

Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format where technically feasible.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, trade platforms (such as Alibaba, Made-in-China, or industry portals), or social media profiles. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website and direct communications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are intended exclusively for business-to-business (B2B) use by professionals and companies. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • Notify active business contacts via email where appropriate
  • Post a notice on our website homepage for significant updates

Your continued use of our website or engagement with our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us

Privacy Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us through any of the following channels:

Company
Wenzhou Shoegan Footwear Co., Ltd.
温州树根鞋业有限公司
Location
Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
General Inquiries
[email protected]
Founder / Direct Contact
[email protected]

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