Privacy Policy
Last updated 22.01.2026
This privacy notice for Franzi Speer (“we”, “us” or “our”), describes how and why we might collect, store, use and share (“process”) your information when you visit our website or contact us regarding our services.
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at design@franzispeer.com.
Personal information you disclose to us
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you contact us via email or through the contact form on our website. This may include your name, email address, and the content of your message.
We do not collect or process sensitive personal information.
All personal information you provide must be accurate and up to date.
Information automatically collected
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and general usage data. This information does not directly identify you and is used solely to ensure the security and proper functioning of the website and for basic analytics.
We may collect this information through cookies and similar technologies.
How do we collect information?
When you use our website or our services, as part of the process, we collect personal information you give us such as your name, address and email address. The information will be used for the specific reasons stated in this privacy statement.
Why do we collect such personal information?
We process personal information for the following purposes:
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To respond to inquiries and communicate with you
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To discuss potential illustration work or collaborations
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To manage professional relationships and representation
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To operate and improve our website
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To comply with applicable legal obligations
What legal bases do we rely on to process your information?
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases to process personal information:
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Legitimate interests, such as responding to business inquiries and managing professional representation
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Consent, where you have explicitly provided it
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Performance of a contract, or steps taken prior to entering into a contract
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Legal obligations, where processing is required by law
When and with whom do we share your personal information?
We only share personal information when necessary and for legitimate business purposes.
Representing Agency - Advocate Art
If you contact us regarding illustration work, commissions, or potential collaborations, we may share your contact details and inquiry with our representing agency (Advocate Art). This is done solely for the purpose of responding to your request, managing inquiries, and discussing potential projects. Our agency will only use your information for these purposes and will not use it for unrelated marketing.
Service providers
We may share personal information with trusted third-party service providers such as website hosting providers and analytics services, solely to support the operation and security of our website.
Automated decision making
Franzi Speer does not make decisions based on automated processing on matters that could have (significant) consequences for people. This concerns decisions taken by computer programs or systems, without a human being involved (for example an employee of Franzi Speer) is among them.
Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions properly and to collect basic analytics data. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
International data transfers
Our website is operated from the Netherlands. If you contact us, your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States, where our representing agency is based.
Where personal information is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission, to protect your personal information.
How long do we keep your information?
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When personal information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
If you wish to have your personal information deleted, you may contact us at design@franzispeer.com.
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at design@franzispeer.com.
Privacy policy updates
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact details
Franzi Speer, Harderwijk, The Netherlands
Email: design@franzispeer.com
Proudly represented by Advocate Art (https://www.advocate-art.com/)
Franzi Speer is the data controller responsible for the processing of personal information described in this privacy policy.