Vinted Fined 2.4 Million Euros for Data Protection Violations, Despite Controversies in France and Other EU Countries”.

The popular online retailer Vinted has been fined nearly 2.4 million euros by the Consumer Protection Agency in Lithuania for data protection violations. The company, founded in 2008 and based in Lithuania, allows users to buy and sell used clothing and shoes on its platform. Vinted boasts over 100 million customers worldwide, with a significant market in France where customers have complained about the platform not deleting their data upon request. Similar complaints have been made by consumer protection authorities in Poland, the Netherlands, and Germany.

The French Consumer Protection Authority CNIL has also criticized Vinted for secretly banning unwanted users, making them invisible to other users without their knowledge. This move is aimed at preventing these users from continuing to use Vinted. In addition, Vinted has faced accusations of hidden costs during the ordering process. As a response to pressure from the EU Commission, the platform has now announced that it will display the total price including additional fees.

Vinted’s website offers a wide range of topics for readers to explore and learn from. It discusses everything from choosing the perfect Christmas gift for a child to tips on installing a television on a wall. The site also covers consumer technology and lifestyle topics such as smartphones, robotic vacuums, and smartwatches, providing readers with valuable insights into these products’ benefits and drawbacks. Despite facing several controversies related to data privacy and hidden costs, Vinted remains a popular choice for consumers looking to buy and sell used clothing and shoes online.