Meta Platforms Inc., formerly Facebook Inc. – CJEU Judgment (European Union, 2023)
The Court of Justice ruled that Meta cannot track users across websites without their consent. This decision is important because it reinforces the need for companies to get permission before using tracking technologies.
What happened
The Court held that Meta tracked users across third-party websites without obtaining valid consent.
Who was affected
Website visitors whose browsing activities were tracked by Meta's tools were affected.
What the authority found
The Court ruled that Meta lacked a valid legal basis for processing personal data, violating GDPR requirements for consent.
Why this matters
This ruling sets a strong precedent that companies must obtain consent for tracking users. Website operators should review their consent practices to comply with these standards.
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CJEU Judgment
A judgment by the Court of Justice of the European Union, typically on a preliminary reference from a national court.
Violations (1)
Third-party tracking cookies or scripts are loaded without obtaining prior user consent.
Art. 13, 14 GDPR
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Meta Platforms Inc., formerly Facebook Inc. - European Union (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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