Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés
Data protection authority of France
Total Actions
140
Total Fines
€1.8B
Average Fine
€16.7M
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Factor
3.00
Highly active
About Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés
The Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés (CNIL) is France's data protection authority. It plays a crucial role in enforcing data privacy laws and ensuring that individuals' rights are respected. With 174 actions taken and an average fine of EUR 16,217,625, CNIL is known for targeting major companies like Google and FREE MOBILE. They focus on violations related to cookie consent and misleading information, making it essential for website operators to comply with their regulations.
Largest Fines by Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés
View all actionsRecent Actions by Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés
View all actionsEnforcement by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 11 | €52.0M |
| 2020 | 17 | €138.6M |
| 2021 | 24 | €426.0M |
| 2022 | 20 | €123.5M |
| 2023 | 18 | €88.8M |
| 2024 | 31 | €68.0M |
| 2025 | 16 | €811.3M |
| 2026 | 3 | €47.0M |
Most Enforced Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cookie fines has Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés issued?
Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés has issued 140 enforcement actions related to cookie consent, totaling €1.8B.
What is Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés's largest cookie fine?
The largest was a €325.0M fine against Google LLC on 2025-09-01.
What violations does Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés enforce most?
The most commonly enforced violations by Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés are cookies placed before consent, unclear cookie information, no reject button.