Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2023)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual in Spain was fined for not following data processing rules. This matters because it shows that even individuals can be held accountable for mishandling personal data.
What happened
A private individual failed to comply with general data processing principles.
Who was affected
People whose personal data was mishandled by the individual.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that the individual did not adhere to required data processing principles under GDPR.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of understanding data processing rules for everyone, including individuals. Small business owners should ensure they are compliant to avoid similar penalties.
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Details
Fine Date
30 August 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
Enforcement Tracker ID
2017
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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