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Private individual – €600 Fine (Spain, 2024)
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A private individual was fined for sharing someone else's personal data in a Facebook group without permission. This case is significant because it shows that individuals can also be held accountable for privacy violations. The fine was reduced after the individual admitted responsibility.
What happened
A private individual shared personal data in a Facebook group without the consent of the data subject.
Who was affected
The person whose data was shared without consent in the Facebook group.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA ruled that the individual violated GDPR by sharing personal data without permission.
Why this matters
This case serves as a reminder that privacy laws apply to everyone, not just businesses. Individuals should be cautious about sharing personal information online.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on a private individual. The individual had shared personal data of a data subject in a Facebook group without their consent. The original fine of EUR 1000 was reduced to EUR 600 due to voluntary payment and admission of responsibility.
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Details
Fine Date
18 July 2024
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€600
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2403
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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