Private individual – €180 Fine (Spain, 2023)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual in Spain was fined for not following data processing rules. This matters because it shows that everyone, even individuals, must handle personal data properly to avoid penalties.
What happened
A private individual failed to comply with general data processing principles.
Who was affected
Individuals whose personal data was processed by this individual were affected.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that the individual did not adhere to the required data processing principles under GDPR.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of understanding data processing rules for anyone handling personal information. Small business owners should ensure they are compliant to avoid fines.
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Details
Fine Date
30 August 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€180
Enforcement Tracker ID
2018
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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