Last updated: June 15, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains what information SoleCollector.org (“Sole Collector,” “we,” “us”) collects, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using this site you agree to the practices described here.
Who we are
SoleCollector.org is a community sneaker history archive, a Nick Engvall project. Our website address is https://solecollector.org. Our newsletter is published separately at https://news.solecollector.org.
Information we collect
Information you give us
- Reader submissions (Share a Memory). When you submit a memory, you may provide your name, your story, an approximate year, and an optional photo, and you confirm you have the right to share any image. Submissions are held for moderation before anything is published. We publish the name and content you provide. We do not publish contact details.
- Newsletter. If you subscribe, our newsletter provider (Beehiiv) collects your email address to deliver the newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any issue.
Information collected automatically
- Analytics. We use Google Analytics to understand how the site is used, such as pages viewed, general location, and device and browser type. This is collected through cookies and similar technologies.
- Advertising. We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can control personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings at https://adssettings.google.com and learn more at https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads.
- Affiliate links. Some links on this site are affiliate links, including the eBay Partner Network and Skimlinks. If you click them and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you, and the retailer or network may set cookies to attribute the referral.
- Server logs. Like most websites, our host records standard technical information such as IP address, browser type, and pages requested, used for security and to keep the site running.
How we use information
- To publish and moderate community submissions.
- To operate, secure, and improve the site.
- To understand audience and content performance through analytics.
- To display advertising and earn affiliate commissions that support the site.
- To send the newsletter to people who subscribe.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device. We and our partners use them for analytics, advertising, and affiliate tracking. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work as intended.
How information is shared
We do not sell your personal information. Information is processed by the service providers we use to run the site, including Google (Analytics and AdSense), the eBay Partner Network and Skimlinks (affiliate links), Beehiiv (newsletter), and our web host. Each operates under its own privacy policy. We may also disclose information if required by law.
Your choices and rights
- You can ask us to access, correct, or delete information you submitted. If you submitted a memory and want it removed, contact us and we will take it down.
- You can opt out of personalized ads through Google Ads Settings.
- You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time.
- Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights under laws such as the GDPR or CCPA. Contact us to exercise them.
Children
This site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we will remove it.
Links to other sites
Our site links to other websites and retailers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the date at the top of this page.
Contact
Questions about this policy, or requests to access or delete your information, can be sent to privacy@solecollector.org.