GDPR Fines in Ireland
7 data protection authorities · Since 2001
Total Actions
71
Total Fines
€6.5B
Average Fine
€148.7M
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Decreasing
About Cookie Enforcement in Ireland
Ireland has a strong data protection landscape with eight Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) overseeing compliance. The Data Protection Commission is the main authority, and it has taken significant enforcement actions, particularly against large tech companies. Common violations include placing cookies before obtaining consent and using third-party cookies without consent. Although enforcement actions have decreased recently, website operators should remain vigilant about cookie compliance. It's important to ensure that users give explicit consent before any cookies are placed on their devices.
Data Protection Authorities
Largest Fines in Ireland
All Ireland actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Ireland
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 | €0 |
| 2015 | 1 | €0 |
| 2018 | 1 | €0 |
| 2020 | 9 | €850K |
| 2021 | 10 | €450.3M |
| 2022 | 13 | €884.7M |
| 2023 | 16 | €3.5B |
| 2024 | 13 | €652.1M |
| 2025 | 7 | €1.1B |
Most Common Violations in Ireland
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cookie enforcement actions has Ireland issued?
Ireland has issued 71 enforcement actions related to cookie consent and ePrivacy, totaling €6.5B in fines.
What is the largest cookie fine in Ireland?
The largest was a €1.2B fine against Meta Platforms Ireland Limited on 2023-05-12 for cookie consent violations.
How many data protection authorities operate in Ireland?
Ireland has 7 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and cookie consent enforcement.
Is cookie enforcement decreasing in Ireland?
Cookie consent enforcement in Ireland has been decreasing in recent years.