Art. 4 GDPR
Cookie consent and ePrivacy enforcement actions citing this article.
Actions
32
Total Fines
€215.0M
Average Fine
€43.0M
Countries
10
Enforcement Under Art. 4 GDPR
Art. 4 GDPR has been cited in 32 European enforcement actions related to cookie consent and data protection. These actions have resulted in fines totaling €215.0M, with an average fine of €43.0M. Enforcement is spread across 10 countries, with Austria being the most active enforcer.
Largest Fines Citing Art. 4 GDPR
Recent Enforcement
Enforcement by Country
| Country | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 12 | €0 |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 6 | €0 |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 3 | €185.5M |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 3 | €0 |
| 🇮🇸 Iceland | 2 | €0 |
| 🇫🇷 France | 2 | €1.7M |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | 1 | €0 |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 | €0 |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 | €27.8M |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | 1 | €7K |
Enforcement by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | €0 |
| 2020 | 6 | €27.8M |
| 2021 | 4 | €0 |
| 2022 | 9 | €180.0M |
| 2023 | 6 | €5.5M |
| 2024 | 2 | €0 |
| 2025 | 4 | €1.7M |
Commonly Co-Cited Articles
Frequently Asked Questions
How many enforcement actions cite Art. 4 GDPR?
European data protection authorities have cited Art. 4 GDPR in 32 enforcement actions, resulting in fines totaling €215.0M.
What is the average fine for Art. 4 GDPR violations?
The average fine for enforcement actions citing Art. 4 GDPR is €43.0M, though amounts vary significantly based on the severity and scope of the violation.
Which countries enforce Art. 4 GDPR most?
The most active countries in enforcing Art. 4 GDPR are Austria, Germany, Ireland.
Which GDPR articles are commonly cited alongside Art. 4 GDPR?
Art. 4 GDPR is most frequently cited together with Art. 6 GDPR, Art. 5 GDPR, Art. 9 GDPR.