Art. 4 GDPR
GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement actions citing this article.
Actions
50
Total Fines
€210.8M
Average Fine
€21.1M
Countries
11
Enforcement Under Art. 4 GDPR
Art. 4 GDPR has been cited in 50 European data-protection enforcement actions. These actions have resulted in fines totaling €210.8M, with an average fine of €21.1M. Enforcement is spread across 11 countries, with Austria being the most active enforcer.
Largest Fines Citing Art. 4 GDPR
Recent Enforcement
Enforcement by Country
| Country | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 21 | €0 |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 8 | €0 |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 5 | €600K |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 4 | €27.9M |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 2 | €590K |
| 🇫🇷 France | 2 | €1.7M |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 2 | €180.0M |
| 🇮🇸 Iceland | 2 | €0 |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 2 | €0 |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | 1 | €7K |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | 1 | €0 |
Enforcement by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | €0 |
| 2020 | 6 | €27.8M |
| 2021 | 5 | €600K |
| 2022 | 12 | €180.2M |
| 2023 | 7 | €40K |
| 2024 | 7 | €440K |
| 2025 | 4 | €1.7M |
| 2026 | 8 | €45K |
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 50 enforcement actions, resulting in fines totaling €210.8M.
What is the average fine for Art. 4 GDPR violations?
The average fine for enforcement actions citing Art. 4 GDPR is €21.1M, 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, Netherlands.
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.