- Enforcing jurisdiction
- Austria · Geography does not establish applicable law.
- Confirmed applicable legislation
- Privacy topics
DPA case DSB-D130.1174 – Dismissed (Austria, 2023)
An Austrian website was found to have a cookie banner that did not allow users to reject cookies and set cookies before getting consent. The authority dismissed the complaint but noted the issues with the cookie banner's design. This case serves as a warning for websites to ensure they follow proper cookie consent practices.
What happened
The website's cookie banner did not include a reject button and set cookies before consent was obtained.
Who was affected
Visitors to the website who were impacted by the cookie consent practices.
What the authority found
The authority found that the cookie banner violated GDPR requirements by lacking a reject option and providing unclear information.
Why this matters
This ruling highlights the need for clear cookie consent mechanisms on websites. Operators should review their cookie practices to ensure compliance with privacy laws.
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The website's cookie banner lacked a reject button, set cookies before consent, and provided unclear information about cookie usage.
Outcome
Dismissed
The complaint or investigation was dismissed.
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. DPA case DSB-D130.1174 - Austria (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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