Art. 8 GDPR
Cookie consent and ePrivacy enforcement actions citing this article.
Actions
11
Total Fines
€16.3M
Average Fine
€2.0M
Countries
7
Enforcement Under Art. 8 GDPR
Art. 8 GDPR has been cited in 11 European enforcement actions related to cookie consent and data protection. These actions have resulted in fines totaling €16.3M, with an average fine of €2.0M. Enforcement is spread across 7 countries, with Spain being the most active enforcer.
Largest Fines Citing Art. 8 GDPR
Recent Enforcement
Enforcement by Country
| Country | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 3 | €695K |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 2 | €15.0M |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 2 | €574K |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 1 | €0 |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | 1 | €15K |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | €0 |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | €1K |
Enforcement by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | €0 |
| 2021 | 2 | €1K |
| 2022 | 1 | €525K |
| 2023 | 2 | €15K |
| 2024 | 3 | €15.2M |
| 2026 | 2 | €574K |
Commonly Co-Cited Articles
Frequently Asked Questions
How many enforcement actions cite Art. 8 GDPR?
European data protection authorities have cited Art. 8 GDPR in 11 enforcement actions, resulting in fines totaling €16.3M.
What is the average fine for Art. 8 GDPR violations?
The average fine for enforcement actions citing Art. 8 GDPR is €2.0M, though amounts vary significantly based on the severity and scope of the violation.
Which countries enforce Art. 8 GDPR most?
The most active countries in enforcing Art. 8 GDPR are Spain, Italy, United Kingdom.
Which GDPR articles are commonly cited alongside Art. 8 GDPR?
Art. 8 GDPR is most frequently cited together with Art. 6(1) GDPR, Art. 13 GDPR, Art. 35 GDPR.