Art. 4 GDPR
Privacy and tracking enforcement actions citing this article.
- Recorded fines
- €3.0M
- Settlements
- €0
- Restitution, damages & other payments
- €0
Payment categories are separate and must not be added together. Shared obligations count once, against their designated case. Amounts describe recorded obligations, not money collected.
Actions
45
Total Fines
€3.0M
Average Fine
€373K
Countries
11
Enforcement Under Art. 4 GDPR
Art. 4 GDPR has been cited in 45 European data-protection enforcement actions. These actions have resulted in fines totaling €3.0M, with an average fine of €373K. 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 | 18 | €0 |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 8 | €0 |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 5 | €600K |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 3 | €85K |
| 🇮🇸 Iceland | 2 | €0 |
| 🇫🇷 France | 2 | €1.7M |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 2 | €590K |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 2 | €0 |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | 1 | €7K |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | 1 | €0 |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 1 | €0 |
Enforcement by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | €0 |
| 2021 | 5 | €600K |
| 2022 | 11 | €150K |
| 2023 | 6 | €40K |
| 2024 | 6 | €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 45 enforcement actions, resulting in fines totaling €3.0M.
What is the average fine for Art. 4 GDPR violations?
The average fine for enforcement actions citing Art. 4 GDPR is €373K, 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.