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noyb files complaint against Austrian creditors’ association KSV1870 for charging for GDPR Article 15 access

noyb lodged a complaint with the Austrian data protection authority alleging that KSV1870 charges €43 for a data‑access service that must be provided free of charge under Article 15 GDPR. The organization allegedly uses misleading website design to steer users toward the paid “InfoPass” and delays free requests up to 30 days. The practice targets foreign applicants who need proof of solvency for Austrian visas.

Why it matters: The complaint highlights a breach of GDPR’s free‑of‑charge right of access, exposing consumers to unnecessary fees and potential large‑scale harm.

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

Sources
Creditors' association earns millions with (actually) cost-free GDPR rights
noyb · primary source · Jan 4, 2024
Creditors' association earns millions with (actually) cost-free GDPR rights
noyb · Jan 4, 2024
Details
JurisdictionAustria
RegulatorAustrian Data Protection Authority
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusFiled
PublishedJanuary 4, 2024
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsKSV1870
Topicsaccess, privacy, transparency, data brokers, financial
Datapersonal, financial