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LinkedIn – Court Ruling (Netherlands, 2025)
A court ruled that LinkedIn placed cookies on users' devices without getting their consent, violating a previous order. This decision is important because it reinforces the need for companies to follow consent rules regarding cookies. Website operators should ensure they obtain consent before placing cookies.
What happened
LinkedIn placed cookies on users' devices without prior consent.
Who was affected
Users of LinkedIn who had cookies placed on their devices without consent.
What the authority found
The court found that LinkedIn violated GDPR by not obtaining consent before placing cookies, breaching a cease and desist order.
Why this matters
This ruling highlights the importance of consent in data privacy, particularly regarding cookies. Businesses must ensure they have proper consent mechanisms in place to comply with data protection laws.
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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 (1)
Non-essential cookies (tracking, advertising) are placed on the user's device before obtaining valid consent.
Related Cases (1)
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Details
Ruling Date
5 February 2025
Authority
DPA RbAmsterdam
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. LinkedIn - Netherlands (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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