GDPR Fines in Greece
2 data protection authorities · Since 2019
Total Actions
175
Total Fines
€41.4M
Average Fine
€273K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Decreasing
About Data Protection Enforcement in Greece
Greece is an active enforcer of GDPR and ePrivacy requirements, with 2 data protection authorities overseeing compliance since 2019. To date, Greece's regulators have taken 175 enforcement actions totaling €41,428,649 in fines. The landmark case was a €20,000,000 fine against Clearview AI Inc. in 2022, among the most significant GDPR and ePrivacy penalties recorded for this jurisdiction. Enforcement activity has moderated in recent years, potentially indicating improved compliance across the market or a shift in regulatory priorities. The most frequently enforced violations are cookies placed before consent (8 cases), misleading banner messaging (1 cases), unclear cookie information (1 cases), reflecting the regulatory focus areas in this jurisdiction.
Data Protection Authorities
Largest Fines in Greece
All Greece actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Greece
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 10 | €912K |
| 2020 | 15 | €62K |
| 2021 | 26 | €384K |
| 2022 | 32 | €29.8M |
| 2023 | 20 | €1.0M |
| 2024 | 24 | €4.6M |
| 2025 | 26 | €1.9M |
| 2026 | 22 | €2.6M |
Most Common Violations in Greece
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement actions has Greece issued?
Greece has issued 175 enforcement actions related to GDPR and ePrivacy, totaling €41.4M in fines.
What is the largest GDPR and ePrivacy fine in Greece?
The largest recorded penalty was a €20.0M fine against Clearview AI Inc. on 2022-07-13.
How many data protection authorities operate in Greece?
Greece has 2 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement.
Is GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement decreasing in Greece?
GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement in Greece has been decreasing in recent years.