Non-Profit Foundation – €1,000 Fine (Belgium, 2026)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A Belgian non-profit foundation was fined €1,000 for not showing up to a hearing about a complaint against them. This matters because it highlights the importance of responding to investigations, which can lead to penalties.
What happened
The Belgian DPA fined a non-profit foundation for failing to appear at a hearing regarding a complaint.
Who was affected
The foundation itself was affected by the fine imposed by the Belgian DPA.
What the authority found
The DPA decided that the foundation's lack of response warranted a fine under GDPR Article 17.
Why this matters
This case shows that organizations must take complaints and investigations seriously or risk facing fines. Small businesses should ensure they respond promptly to any regulatory inquiries.
GDPR Articles Cited
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National Law Articles
The Belgian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 1,000 on a non-profit foundation. The DPA started an investigation after a complaint was lodged against the controller. The controller failed to appear at a hearing and to file the requested submission.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Non-Profit Foundation in BE
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
28 April 2026
Authority
Autorité de Protection des Données
Fine Amount
€1,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-3175
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Non-Profit Foundation - Belgium (2026). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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