LinkedIn's GDPR Compliance Under Scrutiny Over Premium Data Access

A user challenged LinkedIn's refusal to provide access to profile visitor data under GDPR Article 15, which allows individuals to request their personal data. LinkedIn only offers this data to premium subscribers, leading to a complaint filed by Noyb with the Austrian Data Protection Authority. Noyb argues that all users should have access to their data free of charge, regardless of their subscription status. The case highlights a potential legal precedent regarding data access rights in the EU. The situation raises questions about the legality of LinkedIn's data practices and the implications for user privacy. Noyb emphasizes that companies should not profit from data access while denying users their rights under GDPR. The outcome of this case could impact how companies handle user data in the EU.

Key Points: • Noyb filed a complaint against LinkedIn for denying GDPR data access to free users. • LinkedIn's premium service restricts access to profile visitor data, raising legal concerns. • The case could set a precedent for user data rights under GDPR in the EU.