Last updated: 14-4-2026

  1. Introduction

Welcome to SPAENER.com (“SPAENER”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and applicable Dutch data protection laws.

SPAENER.com is an online platform for the international manufacturing industry that publishes press releases and sector news, promotes company profiles, and helps manufacturers and suppliers showcase machines, tooling, accessories, and related industrial solutions through searchable listings and advanced filtering tools. All content is submitted via email or arranged through direct contact with the editorial team. SPAENER retains full editorial and publication control over all content published on the platform.

  1. Data Controller

SPAENER B.V.
Address: Electronenstraat 6, 3903 KJ Veenendaal, Netherlands
Chamber of Commerce (KvK): 75827670
VAT Number: NL860410572B01
Email: info@spaener.com

  1. Personal Data We Collect

3.1 Data Provided via Email

When individuals or companies submit press releases or inquiries via email, we may collect:

  • Name and surname
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Company name and business details
  • Any personal data included in the submitted content
  • Billing information (if applicable for paid services)

3.2 Automatically Collected Data

When visiting the website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and interaction data
  • Referring URLs
  • Cookies and similar technologies

3.3 No User Accounts

SPAENER.com does not offer user accounts or direct content upload functionality. All communication and content submissions occur exclusively via email.

  1. Purposes and Legal Bases for Processing
Purpose Legal Basis (GDPR Art. 6)
Reviewing and publishing press releases Legitimate interest
Communication with content submitters Legitimate interest
Administrative and billing purposes Contractual necessity
Compliance with legal obligations Legal obligation
Website analytics and security Legitimate interest
Marketing communications (if applicable) Consent
  1. Editorial Control and Published Content

All submitted materials are subject to editorial review. By submitting content via email, the sender acknowledges that the information may be published on SPAENER.com. Submitters are responsible for ensuring that any personal data included in their submissions has been lawfully obtained and may be publicly disclosed.

  1. Data Sharing with Third Parties

We may share personal data with:

  • Hosting and IT service providers
  • Email service providers
  • Payment processors (for future paid services)
  • Analytics providers
  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law

All third parties process personal data in accordance with GDPR and under appropriate data processing agreements.

  1. International Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) will be implemented.

  1. Data Retention
Data Type Retention Period
Email correspondence Up to 5 years after last contact
Billing and financial data 7 years (legal obligation)
Published press releases Indefinitely for archival and journalistic purposes
Analytics data Up to 26 months
  1. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, individuals have the right to:

  • Access their personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate data
  • Request erasure
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Data portability (where applicable)
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens

Requests can be submitted via info@spaener.com.

  1. Cookies

SPAENER.com uses cookies to ensure proper website functionality and to analyze traffic. Non-essential cookies are only placed after obtaining user consent through a compliant cookie banner. A separate Cookie Policy provides detailed information.

  1. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption
  • Secure hosting
  • Access control mechanisms
  • Regular security assessments
  1. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

  1. Contact

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

SPAENER B.V.
Email: info@spaener.com
Address: Electronenstraat 6, 3903 KJ Veenendaal, Netherlands