Telenor ASA – Complaint Upheld (Norway, 2023)

Complaint Upheld
Datatilsynet (Norway)26 July 2023Norway
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Complaint Upheld

Telenor ASA faced scrutiny for using Google Analytics without getting permission from users first. This matters because companies must ask for consent before using tracking tools like cookies. The case highlights the importance of following privacy rules to protect user data.

What happened

Telenor used Google Analytics to track users without obtaining their consent.

Who was affected

Website visitors whose data was collected by Telenor's use of Google Analytics.

What the authority found

The authority found that Telenor violated third-party cookie consent requirements under GDPR.

Why this matters

This case emphasizes that companies must ensure they have proper consent for tracking users. It serves as a reminder for businesses to review their cookie policies and practices.

GDPR Articles Cited

Art. 44 GDPR
Art. 45 GDPR
Art. 46 GDPR
Art. 47 GDPR
Art. 48 GDPR
Art. 49 GDPR
Art. 50 GDPR
Full Legal Summary
Detailed

Telenor was investigated for using Google Analytics without obtaining prior user consent, potentially violating third-party cookie consent requirements.

Outcome

Complaint Upheld

A data subject complaint that was upheld by the DPA.

Violations (1)

Third-Party Cookies Without Consent
critical

Third-party tracking cookies or scripts are loaded without obtaining prior user consent.

Art. 13, 14 GDPR

Details

Decision Date

26 July 2023

Authority

Datatilsynet (Norway)

GDPRhub ID

gdprhub-6174

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Data: GDPRhub (noyb.eu)
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Cookie relevance: 80%

Cite as: Cookie Fines. Telenor ASA - Norway (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu

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