Real Estate Agency Fined EUR 100,000 for GDPR Violations

Croatia AZOP News

Filed February 19th, 2026

Detected March 13th, 2026

Summary

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency has imposed a EUR 100,000 fine on a real estate agency for processing personal data in violation of the General Data Protection Regulation. This action highlights the agency's commitment to enforcing data protection laws.

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What changed

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency (AZOP) has issued an administrative fine of EUR 100,000 to a real estate agency, identified as a data controller, for processing personal data in contravention of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The specific violations relate to the agency's data processing activities, which were found to be non-compliant with GDPR provisions.

This enforcement action serves as a significant reminder for real estate agencies and other data controllers operating within Croatia and the EU to ensure their data processing practices are fully compliant with GDPR. Companies must review their data handling procedures, consent mechanisms, and data security measures to avoid similar penalties. Failure to comply can result in substantial financial penalties, reputational damage, and potential legal challenges.

What to do next

Review data processing activities for GDPR compliance
Ensure all data processing is conducted according to GDPR provisions
Consult legal counsel regarding specific data handling practices

Penalties

EUR 100,000

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A real estate agency fined 100,000.00 EUR

19 February 2026 The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency imposed an administrative fine of EUR 100,000.00 on a real estate agency, acting as a controller, for processing contrary to the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation, specifically in...