Court case W298 2274626-1/8E – Court Ruling (Austria, 2024)
A court found that Google used cookies without getting user consent first. This is important because it shows that companies must ask for permission before tracking users online. Businesses should ensure they obtain consent before using third-party services that track user data.
What happened
The court ruled that Google placed cookies on users' devices without prior consent, leading to unauthorized data transfers.
Who was affected
Users who visited websites using Google reCaptcha and Google Fonts were affected.
What the authority found
The authority determined that Google violated GDPR by not obtaining consent before placing cookies on users' devices.
Why this matters
This case reinforces the need for companies to prioritize user consent when using tracking technologies. It serves as a reminder for all businesses to review their practices regarding third-party cookies.
GDPR Articles Cited
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National Law Articles
Google reCaptcha and Google Fonts were used without obtaining prior user consent, leading to unauthorized data transfers.
Outcome
Court Ruling
A ruling by a national court on a data-protection matter.
Violations (4)
Non-essential cookies (tracking, advertising) are placed on the user's device before obtaining valid consent.
Art. 6(1) GDPR
Tracking cookies remain active or are re-placed even after the user explicitly rejects them.
Art. 6(1) GDPR
Third-party tracking cookies or scripts are loaded without obtaining prior user consent.
Art. 13, 14 GDPR
The cookie banner or cookie policy provides vague, incomplete, or unclear information about what cookies are used and why.
Art. 12, 13 GDPR
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Court case W298 2274626-1/8E - Austria (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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