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Datatilsynet fine: Grindr privacy case

Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet) · decided Dec 13, 2021 · Decided

After a Norwegian Consumer Council complaint, Datatilsynet found Grindr shared user data, including GPS location and the fact of using the app, with ad partners without valid consent.

The case

Against
Grindr LLC
Regulator
Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet)
Decided
Dec 13, 2021
Status
Decided
Outcome
Datatilsynet fined Grindr NOK 65 million (about EUR 6.5 million).
Amount
NOK 65 million

History

1 dated entry
DateEntry
Dec 13, 2021Decision: Datatilsynet fine: Grindr
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