Art. 4 GDPR
Privacy and data-protection enforcement actions citing this article.
- Recorded fines
- €622K
- 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
21
Total Fines
€622K
Average Fine
€207K
Countries
8
Enforcement Under Art. 4 GDPR
Art. 4 GDPR has been cited in 21 European data-protection enforcement actions. These actions have resulted in fines totaling €622K, with an average fine of €207K. Enforcement is spread across 8 countries, with Austria being the most active enforcer.
Largest Fines Citing Art. 4 GDPR
Recent Enforcement
Enforcement by Country
| Country | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 11 | €0 |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 3 | €600K |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 2 | €0 |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | 1 | €0 |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 | €15K |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | 1 | €7K |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 | €0 |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | €0 |
Enforcement by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 4 | €0 |
| 2021 | 4 | €600K |
| 2022 | 2 | €0 |
| 2023 | 1 | €0 |
| 2024 | 4 | €0 |
| 2025 | 3 | €7K |
| 2026 | 3 | €15K |
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 21 enforcement actions, resulting in fines totaling €622K.
What is the average fine for Art. 4 GDPR violations?
The average fine for enforcement actions citing Art. 4 GDPR is €207K, 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, Netherlands, Germany.
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.