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noyb to file injunction against SCHUFA over shadow database

noyb sent a cease-and-desist letter to SCHUFA demanding the removal of its shadow database. SCHUFA's deadline to comply has expired and the agency has rejected the allegations. noyb announced it will now file an injunction and invites interest in a potential class action.

Why it matters: The planned injunction highlights enforcement of EU data‑protection rights against a major credit reference agency.

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

Sources
SCHUFA insists on shadow database. noyb lawsuit now certain
noyb · primary source · Sep 10, 2026
SCHUFA insists on shadow database. noyb lawsuit now certain
noyb · Sep 10, 2026
Details
JurisdictionGermany
StatusAnnounced
PublishedSeptember 10, 2026
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsSCHUFA
Topicsprivacy, data minimization, transparency, profiling, purpose limitation, access, deletion
Datapersonal