Sole trader – €7,500 Fine (Poland, 2026)

€7,500Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych1 September 2026Poland
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A sole trader in Poland was fined for not cooperating with the data protection authority. This is important because it shows that businesses must work with regulators to comply with data protection laws. Small business owners should prioritize communication with authorities to avoid penalties.

What happened

The sole trader did not sufficiently cooperate with the Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych during an investigation.

Who was affected

The sole trader operating in Poland was affected by the fine.

What the authority found

The Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych found that the sole trader failed to meet cooperation requirements under GDPR.

Why this matters

This case highlights the need for businesses to engage with data protection authorities. Small business owners should be proactive in their compliance efforts to prevent fines.

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Art. 58(1)(a) GDPR
Art. 83(5)(e) GDPR
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Art. 58(1) a) GDPR
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Insufficient cooperation with supervisory authority

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Other enforcement actions involving Sole trader in PL

Details

Fine Date

1 September 2026

Authority

Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych

Fine Amount

€7,500

Enforcement Tracker ID

3309

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