Vodafone España, S.A.U. – €70,000 Fine (Spain, 2021)

€70,000Agencia Española de Protección de Datos19 October 2021Spain
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Fine

Vodafone España was fined EUR 70,000 for sending promotional emails to someone who didn't agree to receive them. This shows that companies must respect people's choices about receiving marketing messages.

What happened

Vodafone España sent promotional emails to a person who had not consented and had objected to receiving them.

Who was affected

Individuals who received unwanted promotional emails from Vodafone España.

What the authority found

The Spanish authority ruled that Vodafone violated GDPR by ignoring a person's objection to receiving marketing emails.

Why this matters

This case underscores the need for companies to respect user preferences regarding marketing communications. Businesses should have systems in place to honor opt-out requests promptly.

GDPR Articles Cited

Art. 21 GDPR

National Law Articles

Art. 21 LSSI
Full Legal Summary
Detailed

The case involved unsolicited promotional emails sent without consent, not related to cookies or consent banners.

Related Enforcement Actions (20)

Other enforcement actions involving Vodafone España, S.A.U. in ES

Current
Oct 2021

Fine

€70K

Details

Fine Date

19 October 2021

Authority

Agencia Española de Protección de Datos

Fine Amount

€70,000

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-879

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