Sole Trader – €1,000 Fine (Slovenia, 2025)

€1,000Informacijski pooblaščenec25 April 2025Slovenia
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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.

Details

Fine Date

25 April 2025

Authority

Informacijski pooblaščenec

Fine Amount

€1,000

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-3001

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