Court case 4 U 353/24 – Court Ruling (Germany, 2026)
A court in Germany ruled that a company used tracking cookies without getting users' consent. This decision is significant because it reinforces the need for companies to obtain permission before tracking users online. It highlights the growing scrutiny on how businesses collect and use personal data.
What happened
A company used third-party tracking cookies without obtaining prior user consent.
Who was affected
Website visitors who were tracked by the company's cookies without their consent.
What the authority found
The court ruled that the company violated data protection rules by not securing consent for cookie usage.
Why this matters
This case sets a precedent for stricter enforcement of consent requirements for online tracking, urging businesses to review their cookie policies.
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The case involves third-party tracking cookies being used without obtaining prior user consent, as part of the company's Business Tools integrated into various websites and apps.
Outcome
Court Ruling
A ruling by a national court on a data-protection matter.
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. Court case 4 U 353/24 - Germany (2026). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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