LinkedIn – Court Ruling (Netherlands, 2025)
A Dutch court ruled that LinkedIn placed cookies on users' devices without getting their consent first. This ruling is significant because it reinforces the need for companies to ask for permission before using tracking technologies. Businesses should ensure they comply with consent requirements to avoid legal issues.
What happened
LinkedIn and its affiliates placed cookies on users' devices without prior consent.
Who was affected
LinkedIn users whose devices had cookies installed without their permission.
What the authority found
The court found that LinkedIn violated a cease and desist order by not obtaining consent for cookie placement.
Why this matters
This decision highlights the importance of obtaining user consent for cookies, reminding companies to review their cookie policies and practices.
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LinkedIn and associated companies placed cookies on users' devices without obtaining prior consent, violating a cease and desist order.
Outcome
Court Ruling
A ruling by a national court on a data-protection matter.
Violations (2)
Non-essential cookies (tracking, advertising) are placed on the user's device before obtaining valid consent.
Art. 6(1) GDPR
Third-party tracking cookies or scripts are loaded without obtaining prior user consent.
Art. 13, 14 GDPR
Related Cases (1)
Other cases involving LinkedIn in NL
Similar Cases
Enforcement actions with similar violations
Details
Ruling Date
5 February 2025
Authority
DPA RbAmsterdam
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. LinkedIn - Netherlands (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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