Terms of Service

Your rights and responsibilities when using Footana

Last updated: December 8, 2024

Please read carefully: By using Footana, you agree to these terms. Footana is a discovery platform that connects you with retailers through affiliate links - we do not sell products directly.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Footana ("the Service," "our platform," or "the website"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at footana.com and all related services, features, and content provided by Footana.

  • These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the service
  • By using our service, you represent that you are at least 13 years old
  • If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the service

2. Description of Service

What Footana Is

Footana is a footwear discovery and comparison platform that helps users find and compare shoes from various retailers. We provide:

  • Product Discovery: Search and browse footwear from multiple brands and retailers
  • Price Comparison: Compare prices across different retailers
  • Product Information: Detailed product descriptions, images, and specifications
  • Affiliate Links: Direct links to retailer websites where you can purchase products
  • Recommendations: Personalized product suggestions based on your preferences

What Footana Is Not

  • We are not a retailer: We do not sell products directly
  • We do not process payments: All transactions occur on retailer websites
  • We do not handle shipping: Products are shipped by the respective retailers
  • We do not provide customer service for purchases: Contact the retailer directly for order issues

3. User Accounts

Account Creation

  • You may create an account to access additional features
  • You must provide accurate and complete information
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

Account Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • You must keep your account information up to date
  • You may not share your account with others
  • You may not create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions

Account Termination

  • You may delete your account at any time
  • We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms
  • We may terminate accounts for any reason with reasonable notice

4. Acceptable Use

Permitted Uses

  • Browse and search for footwear products
  • Compare prices and product information
  • Create wishlists and save favorite products
  • Share product links with others
  • Use our platform for personal, non-commercial purposes

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our service to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Use automated tools to scrape or harvest data
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the service
  • Impersonate others or provide false information
  • Engage in any form of harassment or abuse
  • Use the service for commercial purposes without permission
  • Attempt to manipulate search results or rankings

5. Affiliate Relationships and Commissions

Affiliate Disclosure

Important: Footana participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on product links and make purchases, we may earn a commission from retailers at no additional cost to you.

How Affiliate Links Work

  • Product links on our platform may contain affiliate tracking codes
  • We receive a commission when you make a purchase through these links
  • The price you pay is not affected by our commission
  • Commissions help us maintain and improve our free service

Editorial Independence

  • Our product recommendations are based on objective criteria
  • Affiliate relationships do not influence our search results or rankings
  • We strive to provide unbiased product information
  • We clearly disclose when content is sponsored or promotional

6. Third-Party Retailers

Retailer Relationships

Footana partners with various retailers to provide product information and purchase links. Important points about these relationships:

  • We are not responsible for retailer policies, practices, or actions
  • Each retailer has its own terms of service, privacy policy, and return policy
  • Product availability, pricing, and descriptions are provided by retailers
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy of retailer-provided information

Purchases and Transactions

Important: All purchases are made directly with retailers. Footana is not a party to these transactions and cannot resolve purchase-related issues.

  • Contact retailers directly for order status, shipping, and returns
  • Retailer terms and conditions apply to all purchases
  • We cannot process refunds or exchanges
  • Dispute resolution must be handled with the retailer

7. Intellectual Property

Our Content

  • Footana owns or licenses all content on our platform
  • This includes text, graphics, logos, images, and software
  • Our content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission

Third-Party Content

  • Product images and descriptions are provided by manufacturers and retailers
  • Brand names and logos are trademarks of their respective owners
  • We respect intellectual property rights and expect users to do the same
  • Report any copyright infringement to us immediately

User-Generated Content

  • You retain ownership of content you submit to our platform
  • You grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content
  • You represent that you have the right to submit the content
  • We may remove content that violates these terms

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

  • We collect information as described in our Privacy Policy
  • We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data
  • You have rights regarding your personal information
  • We may share information with affiliate partners as disclosed

For detailed information about our data practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability

  • We strive to maintain service availability but cannot guarantee 100% uptime
  • We may temporarily suspend service for maintenance or updates
  • We are not liable for service interruptions or downtime

Information Accuracy

Disclaimer: Product information, prices, and availability are provided by third parties and may not always be accurate or up-to-date.

  • We do not guarantee the accuracy of product information
  • Prices and availability may change without notice
  • Always verify information on the retailer's website before purchasing
  • We are not responsible for pricing errors or outdated information

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • Footana is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
  • We disclaim all warranties, express or implied
  • We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid us (if any)
  • Some jurisdictions do not allow these limitations

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Footana, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with:

  • Your use of our service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another party
  • Your conduct in connection with the service

11. Termination

Termination by You

  • You may stop using our service at any time
  • You may delete your account through your account settings
  • Termination does not relieve you of obligations incurred before termination

Termination by Us

  • We may terminate or suspend your access for violations of these Terms
  • We may terminate service with reasonable notice for any reason
  • We may immediately terminate access for serious violations
  • Upon termination, your right to use the service ceases immediately

Effect of Termination

  • Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect
  • We may retain certain information as required by law
  • You remain liable for any obligations incurred before termination

12. Governing Law and Disputes

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

  • We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication first
  • Contact us at legal@footana.com for dispute resolution
  • Any legal proceedings must be brought in [Your Jurisdiction]
  • You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits

13. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time. When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
  • We will notify users of material changes via email or prominent notice
  • Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of updated Terms
  • If you don't agree to changes, you should stop using the service

14. General Provisions

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Footana.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

Assignment

You may not assign your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights to any affiliate or successor.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

General Inquiries

support@footana.com

Legal Matters

legal@footana.com

Response Time

We aim to respond within 48 hours

Mailing Address

Footana Legal Team
[Your Business Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]

Thank You for Using Footana

We appreciate your trust in our platform. These terms help ensure a safe and positive experience for all users. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.