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GDPR Fines in Croatia

9 data protection authorities · Since 2020

Total Actions

72

Total Fines

€23.9M

Average Fine

€544K

Among actions with fines

Enforcement Trend

Decreasing

About Data Protection Enforcement in Croatia

Croatia is an active enforcer of GDPR and ePrivacy requirements, with 9 data protection authorities overseeing compliance since 2020. To date, Croatia's regulators have taken 72 enforcement actions totaling €23,949,880 in fines. The landmark case was a €5,470,000 fine against EOS Matrix d.o.o. in 2023, 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 (6 cases), unclear cookie information (6 cases), cannot withdraw cookie consent (4 cases), reflecting the regulatory focus areas in this jurisdiction.

Enforcement Actions by Year

YearActionsTotal Fines
20202€0
20214€0
202216€527K
20239€13.7M
202412€326K
202522€6.8M
20267€2.6M

Frequently Asked Questions

How many GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement actions has Croatia issued?

Croatia has issued 72 enforcement actions related to GDPR and ePrivacy, totaling €23.9M in fines.

What is the largest GDPR and ePrivacy fine in Croatia?

The largest recorded penalty was a €5.5M fine against EOS Matrix d.o.o. on 2023-10-05.

How many data protection authorities operate in Croatia?

Croatia has 9 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement.

Is GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement decreasing in Croatia?

GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement in Croatia has been decreasing in recent years.