DPA case 2020-1013 – Complaint Upheld (European Union, 2022)
The European Parliament's internal coronavirus testing website had unclear cookie banners and data protection notices. This matters because it shows that even government websites must clearly inform users about their data collection practices. Website operators should ensure their cookie policies are easy to understand.
What happened
The European Parliament's website had unclear cookie banners and data protection notices.
Who was affected
Visitors to the European Parliament's internal coronavirus testing website were affected.
What the authority found
The EDPS found that the website did not provide clear information about cookies, violating GDPR rules.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of transparency in data collection practices. Website operators should take care to provide clear and understandable cookie information to avoid similar issues.
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The European Parliament's internal coronavirus testing website had unclear cookie banners and data protection notices.
Outcome
Complaint Upheld
A data subject complaint that was upheld by the DPA.
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. DPA case 2020-1013 - European Union (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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