Privacy Policy

Last updated: 01.01.2026

Studio Simeon Rückert respects your privacy and handles personal data carefully, transparently and only for legitimate business purposes.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect when you visit simeonrueckert.com, contact us, subscribe to our newsletter or interact with our studio.

1. Responsible party

The responsible party for this website is:

Studio Simeon Rückert
Simeon Rückert

Email: simeon.rueckert(at)gmail.com
Website: simeonrueckert.com

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2. Personal data we collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

• name

• company name

• email address

• phone number, if provided

• message content submitted through the contact form

• newsletter subscription data

• communication history

• technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, visited pages and time of access

• information voluntarily provided in project inquiries, emails, calls or briefings

We only collect personal data that is necessary to operate the website, communicate with you, provide our services, improve our work or comply with legal obligations.

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3. How we collect personal data

We collect personal data when you:

• visit our website

• submit a contact form

• send us an email

• subscribe to our newsletter

• communicate with us about a potential project

• work with us as a client, partner or supplier

Some technical data may be collected automatically when you use the website.

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4. Purpose of data processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

• to operate and secure the website

• to respond to inquiries

• to communicate with potential clients, clients, partners and suppliers

• to prepare proposals, offers and project documents

• to provide creative, strategic, conceptual and consulting services

• to send newsletters, if you have subscribed

• to improve the website and our communication

• to document business relationships

• to comply with legal, accounting or regulatory obligations

• to protect our rights and legitimate business interests

We do not sell personal data.

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5. Contact form

If you contact us through the website contact form, we process the information you provide in order to respond to your request.

This may include your name, email address, company name, message and any other information you choose to submit.

Please do not send confidential, sensitive or legally protected information through the contact form unless it is necessary and previously agreed.

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6. Newsletter

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we process your email address and, if provided, your name or company name in order to send you updates, studio news, insights, project notes or selected content.

You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time by using the unsubscribe link in the newsletter or by contacting us directly.

After unsubscribing, your email address may be stored only as far as necessary to document your unsubscribe request or comply with legal obligations.

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7. Website analytics and cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to make the website function properly, improve performance and understand how visitors use the website.

Cookies are small files stored on your device. Some cookies are technically necessary. Others may help us understand website usage or improve the user experience.

You can disable or delete cookies in your browser settings. Some website functions may not work properly without cookies.

If analytics tools are used, they help us understand general visitor behaviour, such as which pages are visited and how users interact with the website. Where possible, analytics are used in a privacy-conscious and aggregated way.

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8. Hosting and technical service providers

Our website is hosted and technically operated through external service providers.

These providers may process technical data such as IP addresses, device information, browser information, server logs and access data in order to provide hosting, security and website functionality.

We choose service providers with care and use them only to the extent necessary for operating the website and our business.

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9. External tools and third-party services

We may use external tools and platforms for website operation, email communication, newsletter distribution, analytics, design work, file exchange, project management, research, prototyping or internal workflows.

Depending on the tool, data may be processed in Switzerland, the European Economic Area or other countries.

Where data is transferred abroad, we take reasonable steps to ensure an appropriate level of data protection, for example through contractual safeguards or by choosing providers with adequate data protection standards.

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10. AI-supported workflows

Studio Simeon Rückert may use AI-supported tools as part of research, structuring, ideation, writing, prototyping, analysis and internal workflow development.

These tools support the creative and strategic process. They do not replace final human judgment.

We do not intentionally submit confidential client information, trade secrets or sensitive personal data to AI tools unless this is necessary for a project and has been agreed with the client.

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11. Portfolio, references and project presentation

Studio Simeon Rückert may show selected work, references, images, logos, project descriptions, case studies or excerpts from completed projects on the website, in presentations, on social media or in acquisition materials, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

We aim to present projects respectfully, accurately and only in a way that reflects the published or approved nature of the work.

If a client requires confidentiality or restricted use of project material, this must be agreed in writing before or during the project.

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12. Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

Business communication, project documents, invoices and contractual records may be stored for longer if required for legal, accounting, tax or legitimate business purposes.

Data that is no longer required is deleted or anonymised where reasonably possible.

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13. Data security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or destruction.

However, no digital transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

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14. Your rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

• request information about personal data we process about you

• request correction of inaccurate data

• request deletion of personal data

• object to certain data processing

• withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

• request restriction of processing

• request data portability where applicable

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: simeon.rueckert(at)google.com

We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

15. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

The version published on this website is the current version.

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Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 01.01.2026

These Terms & Conditions apply to the use of simeonrueckert.com and to business relationships with Studio Simeon Rückert, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Studio Simeon Rückert provides creative, strategic, conceptual and design-related services for businesses, brands, hospitality projects, food concepts, lifestyle, health, wellness and cultural projects.

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1. Scope

These Terms & Conditions apply to all offers, proposals, projects, consulting services, creative services, concept development, brand development, product development, experience design, prototypes, workshops, written materials, presentations and related services provided by Studio Simeon Rückert.

Different or additional terms apply only if confirmed in writing.

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2. B2B services

Studio Simeon Rückert works primarily with business clients.

The website is intended for business information, portfolio presentation, project inquiries and professional communication.

No products or services are sold directly through the website. No payments are processed through the website.

3. Services

Studio Simeon Rückert may provide services including, but not limited to:

• concept development

• product and offer development

• brand world development

• storytelling and copy development

• experience design

• hospitality, food, health, wellness and lifestyle concept work

• MVP and prototype development

• research, strategy and positioning

• AI-supported workflows

• creative direction

• project consulting

• presentation and pitch development

The exact scope of work is defined individually in a written proposal, offer, agreement or project confirmation.

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4. Offers and project confirmations

Offers are non-binding unless explicitly stated otherwise.

A project begins once the offer, proposal or project scope has been accepted in writing, by email or through another clear form of confirmation.

Changes to the agreed scope, timeline, deliverables or budget may require a separate written agreement.

5. Client responsibilities

The client is responsible for providing all necessary information, materials, access, feedback, approvals and decisions required for the project.

The client confirms that any material provided to Studio Simeon Rückert may be used for the agreed project and does not infringe third-party rights.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• images

• logos

• texts

• brand assets

• product information

• references

• data

• technical information

• confidential project material

Delays caused by missing information, delayed feedback or late approvals may affect timelines and delivery dates.

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6. Creative process and results

Creative, strategic and conceptual work is an iterative process.

Studio Simeon Rückert works carefully and professionally, but does not guarantee a specific commercial result, market reaction, sales performance, media response, investor response or business outcome.

Recommendations, concepts and strategies are based on the information available at the time of the work.

The final business, legal, financial, operational, health-related or regulatory decision remains the responsibility of the client.

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7. No legal, financial, medical or regulatory advice

Studio Simeon Rückert does not provide legal, financial, tax, medical or regulatory advice.

Any content, concept, product idea, positioning, wording or strategic recommendation must be reviewed by the client and, where necessary, by qualified legal, financial, medical, tax or regulatory experts before publication, launch or commercial use.

This is especially important for food, beverage, health, wellness, supplement, investment, sustainability, charity or regulated product claims.

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8. Feedback, revisions and approvals

The number of feedback rounds, revision rounds and approval steps is defined in the project scope.

If no specific number is agreed, reasonable minor adjustments are included as part of the agreed project process.

Substantial changes, new directions, additional deliverables or repeated revisions beyond the agreed scope may be charged separately.

Once the client approves a deliverable, the client is responsible for its further use, publication and implementation.

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9. Timelines

Timelines are planned carefully but are not guaranteed unless explicitly agreed in writing as binding deadlines.

Studio Simeon Rückert is not responsible for delays caused by late client feedback, missing information, third-party delays, force majeure, technical issues or circumstances outside its reasonable control.

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10. Fees and payment

Fees are defined in the individual offer, proposal or agreement.

Unless otherwise agreed, invoices are payable within the payment period stated on the invoice.

Studio Simeon Rückert may request an advance payment, milestone payment or full payment before delivery, depending on the project.

If payment is delayed, Studio Simeon Rückert may pause ongoing work until outstanding amounts have been paid.

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11. Usage rights

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the client receives a simple, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to use the final approved deliverables for the agreed purpose after full payment has been received.

Drafts, unused concepts, rejected ideas, internal documents, research notes, working files, source files, prompts, process documents and intermediate versions remain the property of Studio Simeon Rückert unless explicitly included in the agreed deliverables.

Extended usage rights, exclusive rights, transfer of ownership, source files, editable files or rights for additional media, territories, time periods or applications must be agreed separately in writing.

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12. Intellectual property

All intellectual property created by Studio Simeon Rückert remains protected by copyright and other applicable rights.

The client may not use, modify, reproduce, publish, sell, sublicense or transfer any work beyond the rights expressly granted.

Studio Simeon Rückert may reuse general knowledge, methods, principles, frameworks, ideas, workflows and experience gained during a project, provided no confidential client information is disclosed.

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13. Third-party rights

The client is responsible for ensuring that final materials are legally cleared for their intended use.

This includes rights relating to:

• trademarks

• images

• fonts

• music

• video

• product claims

• packaging

• names

• slogans

• references

• ingredients

• regulatory statements

• health claims

• sustainability claims

• third-party logos

Studio Simeon Rückert is not responsible for third-party rights unless legal clearance has been explicitly agreed as part of the project and carried out by a qualified professional.

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14. References, portfolio and case studies

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Studio Simeon Rückert may refer to completed work as a reference and show selected project material in its portfolio, on its website, in presentations, on social media or in acquisition materials.

This may include the client name, logo, images, short project descriptions, excerpts, results, process material and case studies.

Confidential projects, unpublished work or restricted materials will not be intentionally disclosed if confidentiality has been agreed in writing.

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15. Confidentiality

Studio Simeon Rückert treats confidential client information with care.

Information is considered confidential if it is clearly marked as confidential or if its confidential nature is obvious from the context.

Confidentiality does not apply to information that is publicly available, already known, independently developed, lawfully received from third parties or required to be disclosed by law.

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16. AI-supported work

Studio Simeon Rückert may use AI-supported tools to support research, ideation, structuring, analysis, prototyping, writing, editing and workflow development.

All final creative and strategic decisions remain subject to human review.

The client remains responsible for reviewing and approving final deliverables before use.

Where sensitive, confidential or restricted information should not be used with AI-supported tools, the client must inform Studio Simeon Rückert in writing before the relevant project work begins.

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17. Website content

The content on simeonrueckert.com is provided for general information and portfolio purposes.

Studio Simeon Rückert makes reasonable efforts to keep website content accurate and up to date, but does not guarantee completeness, accuracy or continuous availability.

Website content may be changed, updated or removed at any time.

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18. External links

The website may contain links to external websites or third-party platforms.

Studio Simeon Rückert has no control over external websites and is not responsible for their content, security, privacy practices or availability.

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19. Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by law, Studio Simeon Rückert is liable only for direct damages caused by intentional or grossly negligent conduct.

Liability for indirect damages, consequential damages, lost profits, lost revenue, loss of data, reputational damage, business interruption or failed commercial outcomes is excluded to the extent permitted by law.

In all cases, liability is limited to the amount paid by the client for the specific project giving rise to the claim, to the extent permitted by law.

Mandatory legal liability remains unaffected.

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20. Force majeure

Studio Simeon Rückert is not liable for delays or non-performance caused by circumstances outside its reasonable control.

This includes, but is not limited to, illness, technical failures, platform outages, third-party delays, strikes, accidents, natural events, government measures or other unforeseen circumstances.

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21. Termination

Either party may terminate a project according to the terms agreed in the project proposal or written agreement.

If no specific termination terms are agreed, the client must pay for all work performed, time invested, costs incurred and deliverables prepared up to the date of termination.

Advance payments are non-refundable unless otherwise agreed in writing.

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22. Changes to these Terms

Studio Simeon Rückert may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time.

The version published on this website is the current version.

For existing projects, the terms agreed at the time of project confirmation apply unless otherwise agreed.

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Legal Notice / Imprint

Studio Simeon Rückert
Simeon Rückert
 

Email: rueckert.simeon(at)gmail.com
Website: simeonrueckert.com

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Cookie Notice

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to provide basic website functionality, improve performance and understand how the website is used.

Some cookies are necessary for the website to function. Others may help us improve the website and user experience.

You can adjust or disable cookies in your browser settings. Some website functions may not work properly without cookies.

Contact Form Notice

When you contact Studio Simeon Rückert through the contact form, the information you provide is used to process and respond to your inquiry.

Please do not submit confidential, sensitive or legally protected information through the contact form unless it is necessary and previously agreed.

Newsletter Notice

By subscribing to the newsletter, you agree to receive occasional updates, studio news, insights, project notes or selected content from Studio Simeon Rückert.

You can unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link in the newsletter or by contacting us directly.