LinkedIn Faces Data Protection Complaint in Austria

An Austrian data protection group, Noyb, has filed a complaint against LinkedIn, alleging the platform illegally sells user data through its paid profile view feature. The complaint claims this practice violates privacy regulations.

5 May, 05:00 — 5 May, 11:12

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Why this matters

This complaint highlights ongoing concerns about how large tech platforms monetize user data and comply with stringent privacy regulations like GDPR. The outcome could set a precedent for how 'freemium' models interact with user data rights, potentially impacting business models across the digital economy.

Key entitiesNoyb LinkedIn Austrian Data Protection Authority

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What 6 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

An Austrian data protection group, Noyb, filed a complaint against LinkedIn
The complaint was filed in Austria
The complaint concerns LinkedIn's handling of user data and profile views

Key claims2 agreed · 1 unverified

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Noyb filed a complaint against LinkedIn in Austria.

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LinkedIn charges users to see all profile views.

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The complaint alleges violations of GDPR Article 15.

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Where they diverge

Specific nature of the data privacy violation

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LinkedIn charges users to see who viewed their profiles, implying this is the core data sale issue.

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LinkedIn restricts access to all profile visits unless users pay, violating GDPR Article 15 regarding data access.

Coverage gaps

Specific GDPR article violated (Article 15)

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The complaint was filed on behalf of a LinkedIn user seeking data access

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avgicenter-leftlefturgent—Highlights NGO's action against corporate data practices

ndtvcenter-leftcenter-leftneutralMostly FactualFocus on user data privacy concerns

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Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage generally leans center-left, with most outlets focusing on the data protection group's allegations against a major tech company, aligning with a critical stance on corporate data practices.

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straits-timesMostly Factual57d ago

Data protection group launches complaint against LinkedIn - The Straits Times

Data protection group launches complaint against LinkedIn The Straits Times

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ndtvMostly Factual57d ago

Austrian Watchdog Files Complaint Against LinkedIn Over Paid Profile Views

A data protection group on Tuesday filed a complaint in Austria against professional networking platform LinkedIn, accusing it of charging users to see who has viewed their profiles.

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punch-ngMostly Factual57d ago

LinkedIn faces complaint over user data sales

Data protection group Noyb files a complaint in Austria against LinkedIn for selling user data, citing GDPR violations and demanding access for users. Read More: https://punchng.com/linkedin-faces-complaint-over-user-data-sales/

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First report: punch-ng · 5 May, 05:00|Full coverage: 6 · 6h|Window: 6h

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punch-ng5 May, 05:00First to report

LinkedIn faces complaint over user data sales

le-figaro5 May, 05:12

Autriche: plainte contre LinkedIn pour la vente de données d'utilisateurs

die-presse5 May, 05:37

Noyb bringt Beschwerde gegen LinkedIn ein

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avgi5 May, 08:57

Αυστριακή ΜΚΟ καταγγέλλει την πλατφόρμα για παράνομη πώληση ψηφιακών δεδομένων

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ndtv5 May, 10:40

Austrian Watchdog Files Complaint Against LinkedIn Over Paid Profile Views

straits-times5 May, 11:12Latest update

Data protection group launches complaint against LinkedIn - The Straits Times

Story evolution

The initial broad announcement of a complaint narrowed to specific allegations regarding paid profile views and GDPR Article 15.

Initial ReportsMay 5 morning

Early reports confirm the filing of the complaint by Noyb against LinkedIn in Austria.

Details EmergeMay 5 late morning

Subsequent reports specify the complaint's focus on paid profile views and GDPR Article 15 violations.

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LinkedIn Faces Data Protection Complaint in Austria

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Key claims2 agreed · 1 unverified

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Data protection group launches complaint against LinkedIn - The Straits Times

Austrian Watchdog Files Complaint Against LinkedIn Over Paid Profile Views

LinkedIn faces complaint over user data sales

Coverage Timeline

LinkedIn faces complaint over user data sales

Autriche: plainte contre LinkedIn pour la vente de données d'utilisateurs

Noyb bringt Beschwerde gegen LinkedIn ein

Αυστριακή ΜΚΟ καταγγέλλει την πλατφόρμα για παράνομη πώληση ψηφιακών δεδομένων

Austrian Watchdog Files Complaint Against LinkedIn Over Paid Profile Views

Data protection group launches complaint against LinkedIn - The Straits Times

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