Private individual – €10,000 Fine (Spain, 2023)

€10,000Agencia Española de Protección de Datos28 October 2023Spain
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A private individual in Spain was fined €10,000 for posting intimate images of someone on YouTube without their permission. This case highlights the importance of respecting people's privacy online. Sharing personal images without consent can lead to serious consequences.

What happened

A private individual published intimate images of another person on YouTube without their consent.

Who was affected

The person whose images were shared without permission.

What the authority found

The Spanish DPA found that the individual violated GDPR by not having a valid legal basis for processing personal data.

Why this matters

This ruling emphasizes that individuals can face significant penalties for violating privacy rights online. It serves as a reminder to everyone about the legal risks of sharing personal content without consent.

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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 10,000 on a private individual for publishing intimate images of the data subject on YouTube without their consent.

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Current
Oct 2023

Fine

€10K

Details

Fine Date

28 October 2023

Authority

Agencia Española de Protección de Datos

Fine Amount

€10,000

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-2150

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