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noyb files complaint against BeReal for forced consent dark pattern in France

noyb has lodged a complaint with the French data protection authority (CNIL) alleging that BeReal uses a dark‑pattern consent banner that forces users to accept tracking for advertising. The complaint argues the consent is not freely given, violating Article 4(11) of the GDPR. noyb requests the CNIL to order compliance and erase the complainant’s data, and suggests an administrative fine.

Why it matters: The action challenges BeReal’s consent practices under the GDPR, highlighting the risk of invalid consent through manipulative UI design.

Summary generated from the sources below. Check the primary source before relying on it; this is not legal advice.

Sources
BeReal: The app that won’t take no for an answer
noyb · primary source · Dec 12, 2024
BeReal: The app that won’t take no for an answer
noyb · Dec 12, 2024
Details
JurisdictionFrance
RegulatorCNIL
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusFiled
PublishedDecember 12, 2024
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsBeReal
Topicsconsent, targeted advertising, privacy, tracking
Datapersonal