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noyb files GDPR complaint against Austrian newspaper Kurier over forced consent

noyb lodged a GDPR complaint against Kurier for forcing users to accept tracking cookies. The Austrian DSB had previously banned the same practice at Profil and ordered compliance, which was not implemented. On 20 August 2024 the DSB decided that Kurier processed personal data unlawfully.

Why it matters: The complaint highlights a repeated forced‑consent violation of the GDPR, prompting potential enforcement against the media group.

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

Sources
Two are better than one?! Kurier forced users to give their consent
noyb · primary source · Jun 5, 2024
Two are better than one?! Kurier forced users to give their consent
noyb · Jun 5, 2024
Details
JurisdictionAustria
RegulatorAustrian Data Protection Authority (DSB)
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusFiled
PublishedJune 5, 2024
Effectivenot stated
DecisionAugust 20, 2024
OrganisationsKurier, Kurier media group, Profil
Topicsconsent, tracking, children, privacy
Datapersonal