GDPR Fines in Italy
10 data protection authorities · Since 2017
Total Actions
749
Total Fines
€450.2M
Average Fine
€671K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Decreasing
About Cookie Enforcement in Italy
Italy has a complex data protection framework with eleven DPAs, primarily led by the Garante per la protezione dei dati personali. Enforcement actions have decreased, but the authority remains active in addressing violations. Common issues include placing cookies without consent and unclear cookie information. Website operators should ensure they provide clear and detailed cookie policies to users. Compliance with consent requirements is essential to avoid potential fines.
Data Protection Authorities
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Official website
DPA CassCiv
DPA Garanteperlaprotezio
DPA TARdelLazio
DPA CourtofAppealofGenoa
DPA CortediAppellodiMila
DPA TribunalediVenezia
DPA TribofBologna
DPA TribunalediMilano
DPA GPDP
Largest Fines in Italy
All Italy actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Italy
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | €0 |
| 2019 | 4 | €11.6M |
| 2020 | 64 | €116.5M |
| 2021 | 95 | €48.6M |
| 2022 | 176 | €62.5M |
| 2023 | 148 | €27.8M |
| 2024 | 135 | €162.2M |
| 2025 | 120 | €20.9M |
| 2026 | 6 | €34K |
Most Common Violations in Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cookie enforcement actions has Italy issued?
Italy has issued 749 enforcement actions related to cookie consent and ePrivacy, totaling €450.2M in fines.
What is the largest cookie fine in Italy?
The largest was a €79.1M fine against Enel Energia SpA on 2024-02-08 for cookie consent violations.
How many data protection authorities operate in Italy?
Italy has 10 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and cookie consent enforcement.
Is cookie enforcement decreasing in Italy?
Cookie consent enforcement in Italy has been decreasing in recent years.