Private individual – €900 Fine (Spain, 2022)
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A private individual in Spain was fined for sending emails that revealed the email addresses of multiple recipients. This breach of privacy happened because the individual used an open distribution list without proper safeguards. It highlights the importance of protecting personal information when communicating online.
What happened
A private individual sent emails containing personal data to several recipients using an open distribution list.
Who was affected
Recipients of the emails who could see each other's email addresses were affected.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that the individual violated data protection rules by not securing personal data.
Why this matters
This case shows that individuals can be held accountable for mishandling personal data. It serves as a reminder for anyone sending emails to ensure they protect recipients' privacy.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on a private individual. The individual unauthorizedly sent e-mails with personal data to several recipients in an open distribution list. This made it possible for the recipients to view the e-mail addresses of all other recipients. The original fine of EUR 1,200 was reduced to EUR 900 due to voluntary payment and admission of responsibility.
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Details
Fine Date
9 October 2022
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€900
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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