Five Years Later: Dutch Data Access Fine Imposed on Netflix

Netflix has recently been hit with a privacy fine of €746,000 by the European Union. The streaming giant is being penalized by the European privacy watchdog for not complying with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

The European Data Protection Supervisor has stated that Netflix failed to provide users with enough control over their data and did not properly inform customers on how their data was being used. This violation is significant as it goes against the GDPR’s strict rules on data protection and transparency.

Netflix has expressed their disagreement with the penalty and may choose to appeal the decision. This means that there is still a possibility that the fine could be overturned.

This case serves as a reminder to all companies, big or small, about the importance of following GDPR guidelines when handling user data. It is essential for businesses to prioritize transparency and give users control over their personal information to avoid facing similar penalties in the future.