Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 30, 2026

Introduction

Maarten's Photography ("I", "me", "my") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit my website www.maartensphotography.nl.

Data I Collect

I collect minimal data. The following information may be collected automatically or voluntarily:

• Contact Form: If you use the contact form, your name, email address, and message are sent to me via Formspree. I only use this data to respond to your inquiry.
• Language Preference: A cookie stores your selected language preference so the site displays in your chosen language on return visits.

How I Use Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. I use the following types:

• Language Cookie: A simple cookie saves your language choice (EN/NL/IT) so you don't have to select it each visit. No personal data is stored in this cookie.

You can control or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking cookies will not break the site's core functionality.

Third-Party Services

I use the following third-party services on this website:

• Formspree — Processes contact form submissions. Formspree Privacy Policy.
• Google Fonts — Loads fonts for visual styling. Google may log your IP address when fetching fonts. Google Fonts Privacy FAQ.

Your GDPR Rights

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten").
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limited use of your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service.
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

To exercise any of these rights, contact me at maartenschiavon.nl@gmail.com. I will respond within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

My website is not directed at children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal data, contact me immediately and I will delete it.

Data Retention

Contact form submissions are retained for up to 6 months, then deleted. Server logs are retained for up to 30 days.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. I encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights:

• Email: maartenschiavon.nl@gmail.com
• Location: Almere, Netherlands
• Phone: +31617804153