Norwegian Data Protection Authority imposes record fine on Grindr

Dating app shared personal data without users’ consent in case that establishes standards for international players in Norwegian market.

Dating app Grindr has received the biggest fine yet issued by Datatilsynet, the Norwegian Data Protection Authority. The fine of Nkr 65m ($5.9m) was agreed after an appeal to the Privacy Appeals Board.

Grindr, a location-based dating app aimed at gay, bi, trans and queer people, was found sharing information

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