Callesgarcia, S.L. – €4,000 Fine (Spain, 2020)
General GDPR enforcement action
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Callesgarcia, S.L. was fined in Spain for using a person's photo for commercial purposes without permission. The company did not have a legal basis to use the image. This case emphasizes the need for businesses to obtain consent before using personal images in advertising.
What happened
Callesgarcia, S.L. used a person's photo for commercial purposes without having a legal basis.
Who was affected
Individuals whose photos were used by Callesgarcia, S.L. without consent.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority determined that Callesgarcia, S.L. lacked a valid legal basis for using the photo, violating GDPR rules.
Why this matters
This case serves as a reminder for businesses to secure consent before using personal images in marketing. It highlights the importance of respecting privacy rights and ensuring compliance with data protection laws.
GDPR Articles Cited
Usage of a photo of the data subjects for commercial purposes without sufficient legal basis.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Callesgarcia, S.L. in ES
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
6 October 2020
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€4,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-424
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Callesgarcia, S.L. - Spain (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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