Private individual – €10,000 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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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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Fine
€10K
Details
Fine Date
28 October 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€10,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2150
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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