Tiscali Italia S.p.A. – €100,000 Fine (Italy, 2023)

€100,000Garante per la protezione dei dati personali18 July 2023Italy
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Tiscali Italia S.p.A. was fined for not providing clear information about cookies used on their website. This matters because it shows the importance of being transparent with users about how their data is collected and used. Companies need to ensure they follow rules about cookie consent to avoid penalties.

What happened

Tiscali Italia S.p.A. failed to provide clear cookie information on their website.

Who was affected

Website visitors who interacted with Tiscali's online services.

What the authority found

The Garante found that Tiscali did not comply with GDPR requirements for clear and informed consent regarding cookies.

Why this matters

This case highlights the need for companies to be transparent about cookie usage. It sets a precedent that emphasizes the importance of clear communication with users about data practices.

GDPR Articles Cited

Art. 7 GDPR
Art. 24 GDPR
Art. 5(1)(a) GDPR
Art. 5(1)(b) GDPR
Art. 5(2) GDPR
Art. 12(1) GDPR
Art. 13(2) GDPR

National Law Articles

Article 130(4) of the Codice in Materia di Protezione dei Dati Personali
Full Legal Summary
Detailed

The case involved issues with data processing consent and marketing practices, unrelated to cookies or consent banners.

Violations (1)

Unclear Cookie Information
high

The cookie banner or cookie policy provides vague, incomplete, or unclear information about what cookies are used and why.

Art. 12, 13 GDPR

Related Enforcement Actions (0)

No other enforcement actions found for Tiscali Italia S.p.A. in IT

This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.

Details

Fine Date

18 July 2023

Authority

Garante per la protezione dei dati personali

Fine Amount

€100,000

GDPRhub ID

gdprhub-6239

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