Sole Trader – €1,000 Fine (Slovenia, 2025)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A sole trader in Slovenia was fined for posting personal data on a website without permission. This action violated data protection rules and went against a contract that prohibited such publication. The fine serves as a reminder that businesses must have a legal basis before sharing personal information online.
What happened
The Slovenian DPA fined a sole trader for publishing personal data without a legal basis.
Who was affected
Individuals whose personal data was published without consent were affected by this violation.
What the authority found
The authority found that the sole trader violated GDPR by failing to have a legal basis for sharing personal data.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the importance of having a valid legal basis for processing personal data. Small business owners should ensure they understand their obligations to avoid similar penalties.
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The Slovenian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 1,000 on a sole trader. The controller published personal data on a website without a legal basis and despite being subject to a contractual prohibition.
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Fine
€1K
Details
Fine Date
25 April 2025
Authority
Informacijski pooblaščenec
Fine Amount
€1,000
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