Uppsalahem AB – €29,500 Fine (Sweden, 2020)
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Sweden's privacy authority fined Uppsalahem AB for using surveillance cameras that captured more than necessary, including inside a resident's apartment. This matters because it shows that even if security is a concern, privacy rights can't be ignored. Companies need to ensure their security measures don't invade personal spaces.
What happened
Uppsalahem AB installed surveillance cameras that recorded the inside of a resident's apartment when the door was opened.
Who was affected
Residents of the apartment building, particularly those whose apartment interiors were captured by the cameras.
What the authority found
The Swedish DPA ruled that Uppsalahem's surveillance violated GDPR as the privacy rights of residents outweighed the company's security interests.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of balancing security needs with privacy rights. Companies should review their surveillance practices to ensure they do not unnecessarily invade personal privacy.
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The Swedish DPA (Integritetsskyddsmyndigheten) fined the housing company Uppsalahem AB SEK 300,000 (EUR 29,500). The housing company had installed surveillance cameras in an apartment building to monitor one floor after disturbances and security incidents occurred. The cameras not only monitored the staircase, but also the front door of a resident. Therefore, when the door was opened, the inside of the apartment was also captured by the video surveillance. While the company may have had a legitimate interest in the video surveillance, this is outweighed by the residents' right to privacy.
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Details
Fine Date
15 December 2020
Authority
Integritetsskyddsmyndigheten
Fine Amount
€29,500
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