LinkedIn Sued in Austria Over Denied Data Access and Profile Tracking

A European data protection group has filed a complaint against LinkedIn with Austria’s privacy regulator. The lawsuit claims the platform refused to grant a user full access to their personal data and charged for profile tracking information. The complaint argues LinkedIn monetises user data by restricting access to premium subscribers. It also questions whether tracking profile visitors without explicit consent violates EU rules. Under the GDPR, users can request and receive their personal information free of charge. The outcome of this case could force LinkedIn to change its data access policies and clarify compliance with European data protection standards.

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