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DPD Polska sp. z o.o. – €2,682,000 Fine (Poland, 2026)
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DPD Polska sp. z o.o. received a hefty fine for not having proper agreements with its subcontractors who handle personal data. This oversight meant that the company could not ensure that these subcontractors were following the rules for data protection. This case shows how important it is for companies to have clear contracts with any third parties that process personal data.
What happened
DPD Polska sp. z o.o. was fined for failing to enter into data processing agreements with subcontractors handling personal data.
Who was affected
Individuals whose personal data was processed by subcontractors of DPD Polska sp. z o.o.
What the authority found
The Polish DPA determined that DPD Polska sp. z o.o. violated GDPR by not ensuring that its subcontractors processed data according to legal requirements.
Why this matters
This case highlights the necessity for companies to have solid agreements with subcontractors to ensure compliance with data protection laws. It serves as a reminder that companies are responsible for how their partners handle personal data.
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The Polish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 2,682,000 on DPD Polska sp. z.o.o. The controller offers postal services and uses subcontractors for certain transport services. As they are processing data to fulfil their obligations, the subcontractors are therefore processors. However, the controller failed to enter into a data processing agreement with the subcontractors. The controller also failed to ensure that the processors only processed the data according to their instructions.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for DPD Polska sp. z o.o. in PL
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
5 February 2026
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€2,682,000
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. DPD Polska sp. z o.o. - Poland (2026). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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