Private individual – €3,500 Fine (Spain, 2023)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual in Spain was fined for installing a camera in their apartment without informing guests. This matters because it shows that even individuals can be held accountable for privacy violations. People need to be aware that they must inform others about surveillance in shared spaces.
What happened
A private individual installed a camera in their apartment covering common areas without informing guests.
Who was affected
Guests renting a room in the individual's apartment who were unaware of the surveillance.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA found that the individual failed to inform about the video surveillance, violating GDPR requirements.
Why this matters
This case highlights that individuals can face fines for privacy violations, emphasizing the importance of transparency in shared living situations. It serves as a reminder for anyone renting out space to be clear about surveillance.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 5,300 on a private individual. The private individual had installed a camera in their apartment, where they also rented out a room, covering common areas. In addition, the person failed to inform about the video surveillance.
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Details
Fine Date
23 December 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€3,500
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2251
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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