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KVIKU SPAIN, S.L. – €8,000 Fine (Spain, 2026)

€8,000Agencia Española de Protección de Datos10 January 2026Spain
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KVIKU SPAIN, S.L. was fined EUR 8,000 by the Spanish DPA for requiring customers to send a photo of themselves holding their ID for identity verification. This practice violated the principle of data minimization. This case illustrates the importance of only collecting necessary personal data.

What happened

The Spanish DPA imposed a fine on KVIKU SPAIN, S.L. for requiring customers to submit a photo of their ID card for verification, which was excessive.

Who was affected

Customers of KVIKU SPAIN, S.L. who were asked to provide unnecessary personal data were affected.

What the authority found

The DPA ruled that the company's requirement for ID photos violated the principle of data minimization under data protection rules.

Why this matters

This case serves as a reminder for businesses to collect only the personal data they truly need. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to data protection principles.

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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 8,000 on KVIKU SPAIN, S.L.The controller requires customers to send a photo of themselves holding their ID card when verifying their identities, which violates the principle of data minimisation. The original fine of EUR 10,000 was reduced to EUR 8,000 due to immediate payment by the controller.

Details

Fine Date

10 January 2026

Authority

Agencia Española de Protección de Datos

Fine Amount

€8,000

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