EDPB Guidelines on amicable settlements

Guidelines 06/2022 on the practical implementation of amicable settlements

The guidelines aim to standardize the practice of amicable settlements by supervisory authorities (SAs) in GDPR-related complaints, addressing the diverse interpretations and implementations across Member States. The guidelines address the handling of complaints originating from data subjects, including national cases, cross-border cases handled through the One-Stop-Shop (OSS) mechanism, and local cross-border cases under Article 56(2), with a particular emphasis on cross-border complaints.