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Data Protection Commission Fines Google €403 Million
Data Protection Commission imposes €403 million fine on Google for GDPR violations in location data processing.
In brief
Data Protection Commission imposes €403 million fine on Google for GDPR violations in location data processing. Data Protection Commission fined Google €403 million for unlawfully processing location data across three features without transparency or accountability under GDPR. Originally reported by Data Protection…
DPC Fines Google €403 Million
Data Protection Commission announced final decision after Inquiry into Google’s processing of location data.
Inquiry Launched in February 2020
DPC launched own-volition Inquiry in February 2020 following complaints from European consumer rights organisations.
Scope of Inquiry
Inquiry covered Google’s location data processing in Web & App Activity, Location History, and Location Accuracy from May 2018 to February 2020.
GDPR Violations Found
DPC found Google infringed GDPR by unlawfully processing location data, failing accountability, and not being transparent.
€403 Million Administrative Fine
DPC imposed €403 million administrative fine and ordered Google to comply with GDPR within six months.
Deputy Commissioner's Statement
Deputy Commissioner Graham Doyle stated location data can enhance services but also reveal private information without user awareness.
At a glance
Data Protection Commission fined Google €403 million for unlawfully processing location data across three features without transparency or accountability under GDPR.
