Viaqua Xestión Integral Augas de Galicia – €60,000 Fine (Spain, 2019)
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Viaqua Xestión Integral Augas de Galicia was fined EUR 60,000 for changing a customer's personal data in a contract without their consent. This matters because it highlights the importance of obtaining permission before altering personal information. Businesses should ensure they have clear consent from customers before making any changes to their data.
What happened
Viaqua changed a customer's personal data in a contract without getting their consent.
Who was affected
The affected individuals were customers whose personal data was modified without their permission.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that Viaqua violated GDPR by processing personal data without a valid legal basis, such as consent.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the need for companies to secure explicit consent before modifying customer data. It serves as a reminder for businesses to review their data handling practices to comply with GDPR requirements.
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Processing (modification) of the personal data of a customer included in a contract by a third party without the consent of the customer.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Viaqua Xestión Integral Augas de Galicia in ES
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Details
Fine Date
21 November 2019
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€60,000
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Viaqua Xestión Integral Augas de Galicia - Spain (2019). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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