Non-Profit Foundation – €1,000 Fine (Belgium, 2026)

€1,000Autorité de Protection des Données28 April 2026Belgium
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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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Art. 17(GDPR)
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Art. 31(GDPR)

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National Law Articles

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Art. 95 LCA
Art. 98 LCA
Art. 99 LCA
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Full Legal Summary
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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

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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Non-Profit Foundation - Belgium (2026). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu

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