CAFFE VECCHIO, S.L. – €1,500 Fine (Spain, 2022)

€1,500Agencia Española de Protección de Datos28 April 2022Spain
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CAFFE VECCHIO, S.L. was fined EUR 1,500 by Spain's data protection authority for sharing a former employee's personal data in response to online reviews. The café disclosed reasons for the employee's termination, violating privacy rules. This case shows that businesses must be cautious about sharing personal details publicly.

What happened

CAFFE VECCHIO, S.L. disclosed personal data of a former employee in response to online reviews.

Who was affected

A former employee of CAFFE VECCHIO, S.L. whose personal data and termination reasons were shared online.

What the authority found

The Spanish DPA found that CAFFE VECCHIO, S.L. violated GDPR by disclosing personal data without consent.

Why this matters

This case serves as a reminder for businesses to protect personal data, even when responding to online criticism. It highlights the need for careful handling of employee information to avoid privacy breaches.

GDPR Articles Cited

Art. 5(1)(f) GDPR
Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR
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The Spanish DPA has fined CAFFE VECCHIO, S.L. EUR 1,500. A former employee of the café had filed a complaint with the DPA. The operator of the café had responded to negative online reviews regarding the café, disclosing personal data of the former employee. In addition, the operator published information on the reasons for the termination of the employment relationship.

Related Enforcement Actions (0)

No other enforcement actions found for CAFFE VECCHIO, S.L. in ES

This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.

Details

Fine Date

28 April 2022

Authority

Agencia Española de Protección de Datos

Fine Amount

€1,500

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-1147

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