GDPR Fines in Italy
10 data protection authorities · Since 2017
Total Actions
841
Total Fines
€457.7M
Average Fine
€605K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Increasing
About Data Protection Enforcement in Italy
Italy is a major enforcement jurisdiction for GDPR and ePrivacy violations, with 10 data protection authorities overseeing compliance since 2017. To date, Italy's regulators have taken 841 enforcement actions totaling €457,663,188 in fines. The landmark case was a €79,107,101 fine against Enel Energia SpA in 2024, among the most significant GDPR and ePrivacy penalties recorded for this jurisdiction. Enforcement activity has been accelerating in recent years, suggesting that Italy's regulators are prioritizing GDPR and ePrivacy compliance. The most frequently enforced violations are cookies placed before consent (148 cases), third-party cookies without consent (30 cases), unclear cookie information (21 cases), reflecting the regulatory focus areas in this jurisdiction.
Data Protection Authorities
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Official website
DPA CassCiv
DPA TARdelLazio
DPA Garanteperlaprotezio
DPA TribunalediMilano
DPA TribunalediVenezia
DPA CortediAppellodiMila
DPA CourtofAppealofGenoa
DPA TribofBologna
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 | 58 | €71.8M |
| 2021 | 92 | €47.6M |
| 2022 | 166 | €40.7M |
| 2023 | 136 | €26.7M |
| 2024 | 123 | €151.9M |
| 2025 | 120 | €20.8M |
| 2026 | 141 | €86.6M |
Most Common Violations in Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement actions has Italy issued?
Italy has issued 841 enforcement actions related to GDPR and ePrivacy, totaling €457.7M in fines.
What is the largest GDPR and ePrivacy fine in Italy?
The largest recorded penalty was a €79.1M fine against Enel Energia SpA on 2024-02-08.
How many data protection authorities operate in Italy?
Italy has 10 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement.
Is GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement increasing in Italy?
GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement in Italy has been increasing, with more actions being taken each year.