Private individual – €600 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual in Spain was fined for using someone else's photo and name in online reviews without permission. This case shows that even individuals can be held accountable for privacy violations. It highlights the importance of respecting others' personal information online.
What happened
A private individual wrote online reviews using another person's photo and name without their consent.
Who was affected
The person whose photo and name were used in the reviews without permission.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA fined the individual for violating privacy rules by not obtaining consent.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes that personal privacy must be respected, even in informal settings. Individuals should think carefully before sharing others' personal information online.
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The Spanish DPA has fined a private individual. An individual had filed a complaint with the DPA because another individual had written reviews on the internet using a photo of them and their name without their consent. The original fine of EUR 1,000 was reduced to EUR 600 due to voluntary payment and admission of responsibility.
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Details
Fine Date
26 July 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€600
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1972
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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