GDPR Fines in Sweden
9 data protection authorities · Since 2003
Total Actions
117
Total Fines
€43.8M
Average Fine
€696K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Decreasing
About Data Protection Enforcement in Sweden
Sweden is an active enforcer of GDPR and ePrivacy requirements, with 9 data protection authorities overseeing compliance since 2003. To date, Sweden's regulators have taken 117 enforcement actions totaling €43,836,230 in fines. The landmark case was a €5,000,000 fine against Google LLC in 2020, among the most significant GDPR and ePrivacy penalties recorded for this jurisdiction. Enforcement activity has moderated in recent years, potentially indicating improved compliance across the market or a shift in regulatory priorities. The most frequently enforced violations are third-party cookies without consent (8 cases), cookies placed before consent (5 cases), no granular cookie choice (2 cases), reflecting the regulatory focus areas in this jurisdiction.
Data Protection Authorities
Largest Fines in Sweden
All Sweden actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Sweden
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | €0 |
| 2012 | 1 | €0 |
| 2016 | 1 | €0 |
| 2019 | 2 | €54K |
| 2020 | 24 | €14.6M |
| 2021 | 15 | €4.3M |
| 2022 | 14 | €1.6M |
| 2023 | 27 | €12.4M |
| 2024 | 16 | €9.8M |
| 2025 | 12 | €29K |
| 2026 | 4 | €1.1M |
Most Common Violations in Sweden
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement actions has Sweden issued?
Sweden has issued 117 enforcement actions related to GDPR and ePrivacy, totaling €43.8M in fines.
What is the largest GDPR and ePrivacy fine in Sweden?
The largest recorded penalty was a €5.0M fine against Google LLC on 2020-03-11.
How many data protection authorities operate in Sweden?
Sweden has 9 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement.
Is GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement decreasing in Sweden?
GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement in Sweden has been decreasing in recent years.