GDPR Fines in Hungary
1 data protection authority · Since 2015
Total Actions
106
Total Fines
€4.4M
Average Fine
€48K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Increasing
About Data Protection Enforcement in Hungary
Hungary is an active enforcer of GDPR and ePrivacy requirements, with one data protection authority overseeing compliance since 2015. To date, Hungary's regulator has taken 106 enforcement actions totaling €4,411,311 in fines. The landmark case was a €634,000 fine against Budapest Bank Zrt. in 2022, among the most significant GDPR and ePrivacy penalties recorded for this jurisdiction. Enforcement activity has been accelerating in recent years, suggesting that Hungary's regulators are prioritizing GDPR and ePrivacy compliance. The most frequently enforced violations are no reject button (1 cases), reject harder than accept (1 cases), unclear cookie information (1 cases), reflecting the regulatory focus areas in this jurisdiction.
Data Protection Authorities
Recent Enforcement Actions in Hungary
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | €0 |
| 2018 | 1 | €3K |
| 2019 | 23 | €216K |
| 2020 | 21 | €924K |
| 2021 | 11 | €134K |
| 2022 | 27 | €2.0M |
| 2023 | 7 | €578K |
| 2024 | 5 | €200K |
| 2025 | 3 | €29K |
| 2026 | 7 | €288K |
Most Common Violations in Hungary
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement actions has Hungary issued?
Hungary has issued 106 enforcement actions related to GDPR and ePrivacy, totaling €4.4M in fines.
What is the largest GDPR and ePrivacy fine in Hungary?
The largest recorded penalty was a €634K fine against Budapest Bank Zrt. on 2022-02-08.
How many data protection authorities operate in Hungary?
Hungary has 1 data protection authority overseeing GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement.
Is GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement increasing in Hungary?
GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement in Hungary has been increasing, with more actions being taken each year.