AUDAX RENOVABLES, S.A. – €12,000 Fine (Spain, 2021)
The Spanish Data Protection Authority fined Audax Renovables €12,000 for calling a person on the Robinson List, which is for people who don't want marketing calls. This case shows that companies must respect people's choices about receiving marketing communications. Businesses should ensure they comply with opt-out lists to avoid fines.
What happened
Audax Renovables made a marketing call to a person who had opted out by joining the Robinson List.
Who was affected
Individuals who signed up for the Robinson List to avoid receiving marketing communications.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA found that Audax Renovables violated GDPR by ignoring the person's right to opt-out of marketing communications.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the importance of respecting opt-out lists like the Robinson List. Companies should ensure they have systems in place to honor people's preferences and avoid penalties.
GDPR Articles Cited
National Law Articles
The case involved a violation of the right to oppose processing of personal data for marketing communications, unrelated to cookies or consent mechanisms.
Violations (1)
Non-essential cookies (tracking, advertising) are placed on the user's device before obtaining valid consent.
Art. 6(1) GDPR
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for AUDAX RENOVABLES, S.A. in ES
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
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Details
Fine Date
17 June 2021
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€12,000
GDPRhub ID
gdprhub-3591About this data
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