GDPR Fines in Portugal
3 data protection authorities · Since 2017
Total Actions
17
Total Fines
€6.8M
Average Fine
€683K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Stable
About Cookie Enforcement in Portugal
Portugal has 5 Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) that handle data protection issues. The enforcement trend is stable, indicating consistent actions against violations. Common issues include placing cookies before obtaining user consent and using third-party cookies without consent. Website operators should be aware of the strict requirements for cookie consent to avoid penalties. The largest fine was against the Portuguese National Statistical Institute for EUR 4,300,000.
Data Protection Authorities
Largest Fines in Portugal
All Portugal actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Portugal
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | €0 |
| 2018 | 2 | €800K |
| 2019 | 4 | €131K |
| 2020 | 1 | €0 |
| 2021 | 3 | €1.3M |
| 2022 | 4 | €4.7M |
| 2024 | 1 | €0 |
| 2025 | 1 | €0 |
Most Common Violations in Portugal
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cookie enforcement actions has Portugal issued?
Portugal has issued 17 enforcement actions related to cookie consent and ePrivacy, totaling €6.8M in fines.
What is the largest cookie fine in Portugal?
The largest was a €4.3M fine against Portuguese National Statistical Institute on 2022-11-02 for cookie consent violations.
How many data protection authorities operate in Portugal?
Portugal has 3 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and cookie consent enforcement.
Is cookie enforcement stable in Portugal?
Cookie consent enforcement in Portugal has been relatively stable over recent years.