PRIVACY

YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS TO US.

At Karunap ( "we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, and share your personal data through our website,  or any other platform that links to this policy, as well as when you make purchases  , either online or with an authorized Karunap Independent Dealer. It also details your rights regarding the personal information we collect.

"Personal Information" refers to any data that can identify you directly or indirectly, as well as any information related to you that is considered personal under applicable privacy laws.

Collection of Personal Information

As part of our regular business operations, we may collect various types of personal information as outlined by privacy laws, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable regulations. In certain cases, we "sell" or "share" specific types of data for marketing and advertising purposes, including with business partners, third-party vendors, and advertising platforms.

Types of Personal Information We Collect

• Identifiers: Includes your name, postal address, email, IP address, and other identifying data.
• Personal Records: This category encompasses physical descriptions (e.g., shoe size), postal addresses, phone numbers, and payment card details.
• Protected Classifications: Information such as age, gender, and veteran status (where applicable).
• Commercial Data: Includes records of items purchased or considered.
• Internet Activity: Details of your browsing history, search patterns, and interactions with our site.
• Geolocation Information: Derived from IP addresses or store locations at the point of purchase.
• Visual or Audio Data: Includes recordings such as phone calls, where permitted.
• Inferences: Data used to infer personal preferences or behaviors.

We do not knowingly collect or share personal information from anyone under 18 years of age.

Use of Your Personal Information

We utilize the data we collect for various purposes, including:

• Responding to your inquiries or requests.
• Processing orders and completing transactions, including payment and delivery.
• Providing customer service, processing returns, and handling product recalls.
• Customizing your experience on our site and personalizing communications.
• Offering promotional materials and targeted advertising (with your consent, as required).
• Monitoring and improving website security and functionality.
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.

We will not use your personal information for any purpose beyond what has been disclosed without notifying you.

Data Retention

We keep your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our service providers use cookies and similar technologies (such as pixel tags) to collect data when you interact with our website or email communications. These technologies help us understand your preferences, customize your experience, and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. You can manage your cookie preferences directly in your browser settings.

Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Information

We may share your data with the following types of third parties for legitimate business purposes:

• Service providers who assist with data hosting, analytics, and other services.
• Business partners and Independent Dealers who help us offer products and services.
• Research partners and third-party vendors conducting surveys or marketing initiatives.
• Government or law enforcement agencies in response to legal requests.
• In the event of a corporate transaction, such as a merger or sale of assets.

We may also combine personal data obtained from multiple sources to better tailor our services to your needs.

Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you have certain rights concerning your personal data, including:

• Access: Request a summary of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal exceptions.
• Opt-Out: Choose to opt-out of marketing communications or targeted advertising.
• Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent to process data, you may withdraw it at any time.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a transferable format.

For residents of the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom (UK), Karunap is the data controller responsible for handling your personal data in accordance with local regulations.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

We are committed to processing your request promptly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Please be aware that, as permitted by applicable laws, we may not process a request (except in cases of opting out) if we are unable to verify your identity or confirm the connection of your Personal Information to you, including if we are unable to verify the authority of an agent making the request on your behalf.

When contacting us, please include "Your Privacy Rights" in the subject line of your email. To proceed with your request, we may ask you to answer some questions to verify your identity based on previous interactions with us. You don't need to create an account to submit a privacy rights request.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights.

Opt-Out Requests
You have the right to request that we opt you out of the sale or sharing of your Personal Information or of targeted advertising at any time. You can use tools like the Global Privacy Control (GPC) to automatically communicate your preference to opt out of the sale and sharing of your Personal Information across all businesses you interact with online. When we detect the GPC signal, we will process it as an opt-out request associated with that browser or any consumer profile connected to it. If you use multiple browsers or devices, make sure to enable the signal on each one.

Right to Appeal
Depending on your state of residence in the U.S., you may have the option to appeal any decisions made regarding your privacy rights request. To submit an appeal, contact us at 1-800-261-0326 or email [email protected]. If you’re not satisfied with how your appeal was handled, you may have the right to file a complaint with your state's Attorney General.

Industry Opt-Out Choices
As we engage in interest-based advertising, we and our partners provide you with the option to opt out of receiving targeted advertisements. You can do so by using the opt-out tools and consumer choice mechanisms provided by advertising self-regulatory bodies. Links to those opt-out tools are below:

• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)

Please note that you must opt out separately on each browser and device. If you delete cookies, reset mobile identifiers, change browsers, or switch devices, you may need to opt out again. Opting out does not mean you will stop seeing ads; however, the ads you see will be less relevant to you.

Some of our partners may offer additional ways to control interest-based ads, so check the privacy settings of any third-party platforms you use for more information.

Security of Your Personal Information
We take extensive measures to safeguard your Personal Information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is entirely secure. While we strive to protect your Personal Information, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of any information transmitted to or from our website. Any transmission of Personal Information is at your own risk, and we are not responsible for any breaches of privacy settings or security measures on our website.

CROSS-BORDER TRANSFERS OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
Our handling of your Personal Information may involve transferring it to other countries or regions, some of which may have data protection and privacy laws different from those in your country of residence. By using our Website and providing us with your Personal Information, you consent to such transfers, including to the United States. Where applicable, we will take appropriate measures to ensure that your Personal Information is adequately protected.

If you are located within the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, or the United Kingdom, please be aware that your Personal Information may be transferred to countries not recognized as offering an adequate level of data protection. We typically rely on EU Standard Contractual Clauses (or other government-approved contracts) or other legal mechanisms for such transfers, ensuring appropriate safeguards are in place. For further details on how we transfer your Personal Information and the legal mechanisms we use, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Information" section below.

THIRD-PARTY WEBSITE LINKS
Our Website may include links to third-party websites, plug-ins, applications, or services. This Privacy Policy does not cover the data handling or privacy practices of these third parties, and we are not responsible for how they manage your information. The presence of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked service. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party sites you interact with.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Website and Points of Sale (POS) are not intended for, nor targeted at, children under the age of 18. We do not intentionally collect Personal Information from anyone under 18. If we learn that we have collected Personal Information from a child under the age of 18, we will make reasonable efforts to delete this data from our records. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected Personal Information from a child under 18, please contact us at [email protected] or 1-800-261-0326.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information or in response to changes in the law.

Unless otherwise stated, the most recent version of this Privacy Policy applies to all Personal Information under our control. We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how we manage your information.

CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our information practices, your rights, or if you'd like to exercise any of your legal rights, please feel free to contact us:

Data Privacy Officer
Phone: 1-800-261-0326
Email: [email protected]
Postal Address:
Karunap Shoe Company, Inc.
Attn: DATA PRIVACY DEPARTMENT
314 Main Street, Karunap, MN 55066