1. Data Collection

We collect minimal information strictly required to process marketplace orders and optimize site usability. This includes:

• Name and email address for order confirmations and communications
• Shipping address for delivery fulfillment
• Payment information (processed securely through encrypted third-party gateways)
• Browser and device data for performance optimization (anonymized)

2. Zero Data Sales

Your personal data is never sold, rented, or bartered to third-party advertisers. We do not share your information with marketing firms, data brokers, or advertising networks.

Data is only shared with essential service providers necessary to complete your orders (shipping carriers, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements.

3. Data Security

We implement enterprise-grade security measures to protect your personal information:

• AES-256 encryption for stored data
• TLS 1.3 for all data transmission
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Limited administrative access with multi-factor authentication

4. Your Rights

You have full control over your personal data. You may exercise the following rights at any time:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of all data we hold
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure: Request complete deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is used
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a transferable format

5. Data Retention

We retain customer data for a period of 5 years from your last purchase to fulfill warranty obligations and maintain order history. After this period, data is securely anonymized or permanently deleted. Backup archives are retained for 30 days and then automatically purged.

Response Time: 7-10 business days

1. Intellectual Property

All designs, editorial photography, proprietary system frameworks, and product descriptions are the exclusive intellectual property of alpafootwear © 2026.

• Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use is strictly prohibited
• Licensing inquiries should be directed to our media department
• All content is protected under international copyright laws

2. Order Processing & Fulfillment

All orders are processed within 24-48 hours of payment confirmation. You will receive an order confirmation email with tracking information once your order has been shipped.

• In-stock items ship within 24-48 hours
• Pre-order items ship on the specified release date
• International shipping times vary by destination (3-7 business days)

3. Cancellation & Return Policy

Orders may be cancelled at no charge within 24 hours of placement. After 24 hours, if the order has not yet shipped, cancellation is subject to a 10% restocking fee.

Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt in original packaging for a full refund or exchange. Made-to-order and limited-edition items are final sale.

4. Disclaimer & Liability

Products are provided "as is" with no warranties beyond those explicitly provided by the manufacturer. Our editorial evaluations are for informational purposes.

In no event shall alpafootwear be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of purchased products. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the product.

5. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Denmark. Any disputes arising shall be resolved exclusively through the courts of Copenhagen, Denmark.

Last Updated: August 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences, maintain session state, and improve user experience. We use only essential cookies necessary for platform functionality.

2. How We Use Cookies

• Maintain secure user sessions and cart persistence
• Remember your reading preferences and UI settings
• Enable core platform features and navigation
• Optimize page load and performance

3. What We Do Not Use

In alignment with our privacy-first philosophy, we explicitly avoid the following:

• No third-party analytics scripts (Google Analytics, etc.)
• No social media tracking pixels
• No advertising or remarketing cookies
• No cross-site tracking mechanisms
• No device fingerprinting technologies

4. Managing Your Preferences

You can modify your browser controls to accept or refuse cookies at any time. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality, including cart persistence and navigation preferences.

5. Policy Updates

This Cookie Policy is reviewed annually alongside our privacy policy. Any substantive changes will be clearly communicated through a visible update notice on the website.

Review Cycle: Annual