What is the Schufa anyway?
The Schufa Holding AG (also known as the Schutzgemeinschaft für die allgemeine Kreditsicherung) exists as a joint institution of the lending industry. The customers and members of the Schufa are mainly companies in the industry that grant their customers loans or contracts with long terms and therefore place a high value on their creditworthiness. You could say that Schufa is a private credit reference agency for businesses.
What does Schufa do?
The Schufa receives most of its data from its contractual partners. These report both positive and negative business transactions to the Schufa. These reports become particularly problematic when customers have not behaved in accordance with the contract. This occurs in particular in the case of late payment and the resulting termination of the contract. In most cases, a negative entry is then made and stored at the Schufa about the customer.
This has the effect of lowering the customer’s credit rating, which is reported to banks, insurance companies, telecommunications providers and credit card companies. The Schufa collects the data like a teacher and distributes grades; or even class register entries.
What does a bad grade from the Schufa control association mean?
The negative entry can therefore have far-reaching consequences after it arises. Many customers do not know that a negative entry at Schufa is not immediately deleted when an outstanding claim is paid to the creditor. This is because the negative entry is not revoked by the reporting company, but merely declared to Schufa Holding AG as having been settled. Deletion only occurs after a period of three years. This happens automatically without the customer having to do anything, in accordance with the provisions of § 35 (2) no. 4 BDSG.
Who monitors Schufa and how is this done?
Until April 1, 2010, the transmission of so-called negative features was to be assessed on the basis of §28 (1) no. 2 BDSG. In addition, the credit industry was also obliged to obtain a Schufa consent clause. However, the transmission of personal data was only permissible if this was necessary to protect the legitimate interests of the storage location and if, in the context of a balancing of interests, it turned out that the interests of the data subject did not outweigh them. On April 1, 2010, the amendment to the BDSG has now come into force.
In § 28 a para. 1 BDSG is now clearly regulated that the transmission of personal data to credit bureaus (such as SCHUFA, Creditreform, Bürgel or others) on a claim is only permissible if the service owed has not been provided despite being due, the transfer is necessary to safeguard the legitimate interests of the responsible body or a third party, and the person concerned has been sent at least two written reminders after the due date. If the claim is not due (e.g. because the debtor is not yet in default of payment or has agreed to payment by installments or a deferral), there is no legitimate Schufa entry.
In principle, the reporting body is responsible for proving that the requirements of § 28a (1) BDSG are met. The legal presumption applies that, in principle, any data processing is unlawful if there is no corresponding justification.
The new provision of § 28 a (1) BDSG has now legally regulated the assessment of negative reports based on so-called “hard” or “soft” negative features, which was previously shaped by case law. No. 1 – 3 of § 28 a para. 1 BDSG now regulate the so-called “hard” negative features, for which entry is possible under easier conditions. § 28 a para. 1 no. 4 BDSG regulates the entry of so-called “soft” negative features. In principle, however, the hurdle remains that the entry is necessary to safeguard the legitimate interests of the registering body.
In § 28b BDSG, the so-called scoring procedure is now also clearly regulated by law. According to this, the credit reference agencies may use the stored data within the framework of a scientifically recognized mathematical-statistical procedure in order to create a forecast of the future behavior of certain groups of persons. In this context, it may happen that, despite the absence of negative entries, the score of a person concerned is so low that he or she is no longer considered creditworthy. It must therefore be possible to subject scoring to a legal review.
What can I do if I am being treated unfairly?
It is therefore necessary to have a negative entry checked by a lawyer if you want to have it deleted prematurely. Since the reporting agencies often make mistakes, this can lead to premature deletion and to the obligation of the reporting agency to revoke it. The defendant is usually not Schufa Holding AG, but the former contractual partner who made the report. Since 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation has been in force, so an update of the article is indicated:
How to get unexpectedly sidelined in SCHUFA scoring and how to get out of it
When the name “SCHUFA” comes up in a regulars‘ table talk, even the most beer-drunken contemporaries fall silent for a short time in silent awe. SCHUFA Holding AG (also known as the Schutzgemeinschaft für allgemeine Kreditsicherung, or Protection Association for General Credit Security) has a bad reputation among the population, and the most bizarre stories are told about its methods. None of them are true, but Mr. Müller from next door often doesn’t know what data the credit bureau receives, how it is processed, and to whom it is ultimately forwarded.
For several years, SCHUFA has offered a particularly mysterious service: the Information Scoring Service (ASS). Based on borrower characteristics such as “customer since”, “place of residence”, “occupation”, “collateral”, but also “age”, points are awarded, weighted and then summarized into a credit rating. The lower the score, the lower the creditworthiness and the higher the risk of default. This overall score is intended to facilitate the granting of credit. If the credit rating is sufficient, a loan can be granted.
This service is secretive because SCHUFA does not provide any information about how the scoring works in detail. SCHUFA keeps the exact calculation formula of its scoring system under lock and key and has so far resisted all calls to disclose it on the grounds that the way the score is calculated is a trade secret and the company is in competition with other providers.
Data for SCHUFA scoring is not always error-free
However, it is debatable whether the assessment and scoring of the powerful SCHUFA is always correct and appropriate. This is because customers are often denied a loan or cell phone contract because the SCHUFA scoring indicates that their creditworthiness is too low, even in cases where the person concerned is not aware of any debt.
For example, the non-payment of a bill by Mr. Miller in the mail order business may also be related to the fact that the goods ordered were already broken before they arrived and Mr. Miller is asserting warranty rights. According to the rules of the “SCHUFA system”, the mail order company would now actually be obliged to report at least the characteristic “claim disputed” to SCHUFA Holding AG. In practice, this report is often omitted. In the database, a highly disputed claim then has a balance, even though there is no court ruling on this balance.
Another example: the non-repayment of a loan can certainly be due to the fact that Mr. Müller is unwilling to pay. However, it can also have all sorts of other causes, e.g. because the parties are currently in dispute about the due date of the claim. Let us assume that the bank calls in a loan of €80,000 that Mr. Miller, as a customer, had used to finance a property. Mr. Miller has objections to the sudden loan termination. Nevertheless, the balance is now reported to SCHUFA Holding AG as an outstanding claim. Mr. Miller is thus “SCHUFA-named and shamed”. This can cause major problems, because this annoying database entry can mean a poor credit rating when concluding future cell phone contracts or applying for credit. The result: the cell phone contract is denied or the hoped-for loan is not approved – and Mr. Miller is left wondering.
Experts advise regularly checking your own SCHUFA data.
So how can Mr. Müller be helped?
There is nothing to be said against the scoring system itself and also against the fact of the existence of such databases – it is the way in which such databases and scoring are operated. The score, measured in values between 0 (worst value) and 1,000 (best value), is intended to characterize the average risk of all persons with the same data profile. It is supplemented by a percentage that indicates the probability of a disruption in the case of customers with this data profile. The scoring system itself is therefore a purely statistical procedure. Its basic features come from the United States, where it was already in use before the First World War. “However, it is problematic if the database contains data that is already legally incorrect,” says Schulte.
The scoring system can only work properly if the data influencing the score value is correct. Collecting “correct data” means that the contractual partner must also be legally entitled to the claim. However, it is not uncommon for the data entered to be incorrect, and with a wealth of data from around 65 million stored persons that needs to be maintained, this is obviously to be expected. To avoid any nasty surprises, expert Schulte recommends regularly checking the contents of the database and the score values as part of a self-disclosure and, in the case of not infrequent database errors, to ensure that the contractual partner corrects them. To have negative entries deleted, a claim for revocation can be made against the person who entered the negative entry. If a negative entry does not meet data protection requirements, this claim can also be enforced in court.
In principle, it is advisable to consult an expert, because the case law on credit scoring is constantly changing: On July 30, 2008, the German Federal Cabinet approved a draft law amending the Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG). According to the content of the draft legislation, the activities of credit reference agencies are to be made more transparent in the future. The person concerned will have a right to information from which he can see how the score value concerning him was arrived at. This is a fundamental prerequisite for being able to defend oneself against unauthorized score values at all.
Update 2024 – a lot has changed since this article was written.
The SCHUFA assesses the financial standing of consumers without being asked to do so and makes this data available to the business community. At the same time, the legal system has decided that it is the consumers‘ responsibility to control this activity. SCHUFA (Schutzgemeinschaft für allgemeine Kreditsicherung) is a central player in the German financial system that plays a crucial role in assessing the creditworthiness of private individuals and companies. The data collected by SCHUFA not only influences the granting of loans, but also rental contracts and other financial services. In this context, SCHUFA is caught between the protection of consumer rights and the need to minimize risks for financial institutions. SCHUFA has significant power in the German financial system and significantly impacts the lives of many consumers. In other words, “SCHUFA has more power than mother-in-law.”
Historical background
SCHUFA was founded in 1927 to protect creditors from bad debt. At a time when industrialization and lending were on the rise, a reliable credit rating mechanism was essential. SCHUFA initially served as a protective association that collected data on solvency and provided creditors with an informed basis for decision-making.
Over the years, SCHUFA expanded its activities and began collecting more comprehensive data sets on individuals and companies. Digitalization in the 2000s allowed for automation of processes, bringing both advantages and new challenges. Reliance on automated decision-making can potentially lead to injustices.
Legal Framework and Regulation – General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
The introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in May 2018 has fundamentally changed the legal framework for data processing in Europe. The GDPR sets strict requirements for the handling of personal data and significantly strengthens consumer rights. The central principles include:
Data belongs to consumers in the first instance. Their data may only be collected for legitimate purposes and processed only to the extent necessary.
Rights of data subjects: Consumers have the right to access their data, to correct inaccurate entries and to delete data, as well as to claim damages.
A central aspect is the right to compensation under Art. 82 GDPR. This opens up a claim for damages for affected persons in the event of unlawful data processing. Legal decisions have shown that the transfer of positive data without a sufficient legal basis may violate the GDPR. On April 25, 2023, the Munich I District Court ruled that the disclosure of such data constitutes a disproportionate infringement of the right to data protection. In 2024, the Federal Court of Justice ruled that a claim for damages always exists if an entry is unlawful.
National data protection laws
In addition to the GDPR, SCHUFA is subject to specific German data protection laws that supplement European norms. These laws regulate, among other things, the processing of data for credit checks. Consumers can file complaints with regulatory authorities or take legal action in the event of data protection violations.
Functionality of SCHUFA
Data collection and processing
SCHUFA collects data from various sources:
Banks and credit institutions
– Mobile phone providers
– Mail order companies
– Collection agencies
Every time a consumer interacts with these institutions, information may be transmitted to SCHUFA. This data is summarized in a so-called SCHUFA score, which reflects the probability that a person will meet their financial obligations.
Impact of the SCHUFA score
The SCHUFA score has far-reaching effects on:
Positive scores: A high score indicates reliability and facilitates access to credit and other services.
Negative scores: A low score can restrict access to financial services and result in higher interest rates. Factors such as payment defaults or high levels of debt have a negative impact.
Transparency and consumer rights
Consumers have the right to request information about their data stored by SCHUFA free of charge once a year. This information enables them to identify errors and have them corrected if necessary.
Criticism and controversy
The information provided offers a comprehensive overview of the legal basis and requirements for claims for damages against SCHUFA, particularly in the context of data transmission.
Statistical data on data accuracy and the impact on consumers
1. Error rate in SCHUFA data
According to a 2021 study by the Federation of German Consumer Organizations (vzbv), about 30 percent of respondents said they had already experienced problems with inaccurate entries at SCHUFA. This shows that a significant number of consumers are affected by inaccuracies in their credit data.
2. Impact on lending
A survey by the Institute for Financial Services (iff) showed that 20 percent of borrowers have not received credit due to a negative SCHUFA score. This figure illustrates how strongly SCHUFA’s decisions can influence consumers‘ financial lives.
3. Consumer perception
In a survey conducted by the market research institute YouGov, 45 percent of respondents stated that they feel unsure whether their data at SCHUFA is correct. This insecurity can lead to a feeling of powerlessness and affect trust in the system.
4. Legal action
According to a survey conducted by the German Bar Association (Deutscher Anwaltverein, DAV), in 2022 about 10 percent of consumers who had a negative entry in the SCHUFA credit report took legal action to challenge inaccurate data. This shows that many of those affected are willing to actively demand their rights, although this is often associated with high hurdles.
5. Claims for damages
An analysis of the number of lawsuits shows that in 2023, about 15 percent of lawsuits against credit bureaus like SCHUFA were aimed at claiming damages for inaccurate data.
The statistical data illustrates the far-reaching effects of incorrect or inaccurate SCHUFA data on consumers. The high error rate and the associated financial disadvantages lead many people to take legal action to enforce their claims. At the same time, surveys show that there is considerable mistrust regarding the accuracy of the stored data.
Privacy concerns
The extensive collection of data has raised concerns about data protection. Critics fear that SCHUFA creates detailed profiles that go beyond the actual purposes of credit assessment.
Automated decision-making
The use of automated systems to calculate scores raises questions about fairness and transparency. The GDPR requires that data subjects must have the right to a manual review of such decisions. Accordingly, the ECJ has strengthened the rights of consumers.
Legal rulings on SCHUFA
There have been several important rulings regarding the legal framework for claims for damages against SCHUFA. Here are a few examples.
Munich I Regional Court: On April 25, 2023, the court ruled that the disclosure of positive data by mobile phone providers to SCHUFA violates the GDPR if there is no sufficient legal basis.
Frankfurt Regional Court: In a judgment dated March 19, 2024, the court ruled that there is a claim for damages against SCHUFA if positive data was transmitted without a sufficient legal basis.
Tips for consumers
If you consider a SCHUFA entry to be unlawful, there are several legal steps you can take to enforce your rights. Here are the most important steps and tips that can help you clarify your situation and, if necessary, claim damages.
1. Checking SCHUFA data
1.1 Requesting a self-disclosure
First of all, you should request your free self-disclosure from SCHUFA. This is possible once a year free of charge and allows you to view all the data stored about you. Check the entries for correctness and completeness.
1.2. Identifying incorrect entries
Pay particular attention to entries that may be out of date or incorrect, such as false personal data or contracts that no longer exist. These can have a negative impact on your creditworthiness.
2. Contacting SCHUFA
2.1 Objecting to the entry
If you discover an incorrect entry, you should immediately object to SCHUFA in writing. Enclose all relevant documents that support your point of view (e.g. contracts, proof of payment). SCHUFA is obliged to examine your objection and respond to you within a reasonable period of time.
2.2 Setting a deadline
Set SCHUFA a deadline for clarifying the matter (e.g. two to four weeks). Keep good records of all correspondence.
3. Complain to the supervisory authorities
If SCHUFA does not respond to your objection or does not remove the entry, you can file a complaint with the relevant data protection supervisory authority. This authority can check whether a data protection violation has occurred and take appropriate action.
4. Taking legal action
If all other steps are unsuccessful, you can take legal action:
Action for deletion: You can apply to the court for SCHUFA to delete the incorrect entry.
Claim for damages: According to Art. 82 GDPR, under certain conditions, you are entitled to claim damages for immaterial damages (e.g. stress or stigmatization) as well as for material damages (e.g. higher interest rates due to a bad score). However, concrete evidence of the damage suffered must be provided. In addition, the Federal Court of Justice ruled at the end of 2024 that there is also basic compensation without proof of damage.
5. Tips for enforcing your claims
5.1. Documentation: Keep all relevant documents and correspondence to support your claims. Please do not rely on telephone conversations with institutions such as hotline calls. Write letters if possible.
5.2. Legal advice: Use legal advice to ensure that you take all necessary steps correctly.
5.3. Be aware of deadlines: Be sure to meet all deadlines, especially when filing complaints or lawsuits.
5.4. Seek publicity: In some cases, it may be helpful to draw public attention to your concerns (e.g. through media reports) to put pressure on SCHUFA.
Challenging an unlawful SCHUFA entry requires careful preparation and knowledge of the legal framework. By actively exercising your rights and, if necessary, taking legal action, you may be able to remove an unjustified burden on your creditworthiness and, if applicable, assert claims for damages. It is advisable to seek the assistance of a lawyer in complex cases to ensure the best chance of success.
6. Requirements for compensation – example case
A consumer named Holger Meier from Munich took out a mobile phone contract that also included the transmission of his positive data to SCHUFA. After paying his bills on time, he later learned that this information was stored at SCHUFA. He felt that this was an unjustified intrusion into his privacy and sued for damages.
The district court then examined the legal basis for the transfer of his data. Schufa argued that it had a legitimate interest in preventing fraud in accordance with Article 6 (1) (f) of the GDPR; however, Meier pointed out that the loss of control over his data had caused him non-material damage. The court ruled in his favor in part; however, it found that the claim for damages was limited because he had not suffered any demonstrable economic disadvantage.
In order to claim damages from SCHUFA, several legal requirements must be met. These are based on the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and are shaped by the case law of German courts and the European Court of Justice (ECJ). Here are the main points to keep in mind:
6.1. Active and passive legitimation
Active legitimation
The affected person whose rights have been violated by the data processing has the right to take action. This means that only the person whose data is affected can claim damages.
Passive legitimacy
The SCHUFA or the contractual partner who transmitted the data has the passive legitimacy. These parties are responsible for the data protection violation and can therefore be held liable.
6.2. Violation of the GDPR
A crucial point for the claim for damages is the existence of a violation of the GDPR. This may be the case, for example, if:
positive data has been transmitted without an appropriate legal basis.
The transmission of personal data is not justified by consent or a legitimate interest.
Courts have found that the blanket transfer of positive data without specific cause in particular constitutes a data protection violation (e.g. judgment of the Munich I Regional Court of April 25, 2023).
Under the GDPR, the transfer of personal data always requires a legal basis in accordance with Art. 6 GDPR. Possible justifications are:
– Consent of the data subject
– Necessity for the performance of a contract
– Legitimate interest of the data processor
In particular, justification by a “legitimate interest” is often disputed and requires a balance to be struck between the interests of the data processor and the fundamental rights of the data subject.
6.3. Damages
The right to compensation does not require proof of any specific damage. In addition to the basic damage amount, this can be increased due to specific damages. This can be both material and immaterial in nature:
Material damage: This could primarily be a financial loss that can be directly attributed to the incorrect entry.
Non-material damage: This includes intangible damage such as stress, stigmatization or an impairment of living standards. The ECJ has clarified that a mere loss of control over one’s own data is not sufficient; concrete evidence of a disadvantageous effect must be provided.
On the other hand, the Federal Court of Justice ruled in the proceedings regarding the Facebook data leak that a loss of control over one’s own data does constitute non-material damage (judgment of November 18, 2024, ref. VI ZR 10/24).
6.4. Causality and fault
Causality
The damage must be causally attributable to the data protection violation. This means that you must prove that the registered error at SCHUFA directly led to the damage you suffered.
Culpability
The data processor (in this case SCHUFA or the transmitting contractual partner) must have behaved culpably. This could have occurred, for example, through negligence or deliberate disregard of data protection regulations.
6.5 Burden of proof
The burden of proof for the damage generally lies with the data subject. You must demonstrate that the data protection violation has caused specific damage and that there is more than just general dissatisfaction or annoyance.
6.6 Complexity and requirements for assertion
In summary, it can be said that asserting a claim for damages against SCHUFA is complex and several requirements must be met:
- Active and passive legitimation
- Proof of a violation of the GDPR
- Concrete material or immaterial damage
- Causality between the violation and the damage
- Culpable behavior of the data processor
- Clarification of the legal basis for the data transfer
It is advisable to seek legal advice in case of uncertainty in order to effectively enforce your claims and to take all necessary steps correctly.
Interview with Dr. Schulte on Stern TV about the Schufa
7. Deletion of negative SCHUFA entries – deadlines and options
7.1. Types of SCHUFA entries
The SCHUFA stores both positive and negative information about consumers.
Negative entries arise from:
- Unpaid bills: Outstanding debts that have not been paid over a long period of time.
- Loan terminations: Loans that have been terminated by the bank due to payment arrears.
- Enforceable claims: When courts have ruled on the claim. The judicial dunning procedure is sufficient.
- Entries in the central debtor directory: Among other things, failure to provide information on assets. Also known as an “affidavit” that is submitted in the context of a foreclosure.
- Large number of credit inquiries: A large number of credit inquiries seems to have a negative impact on the score.
The catalog of § 31 II BDSG can be used as a guide here.
7.2. Legal deletion periods
Personal data used for the purpose of assessing creditworthiness may be stored for as long as is necessary for the purposes for which it is stored. Data from credit bureaus is stored for the purpose of assessing the creditworthiness of the persons concerned. It must therefore be deleted at the latest when it is no longer of any reliable significance for the creditworthiness. This is set out in Article 5 (1) (e) of the GDPR. At this point in time, the controller, in this case SCHUFA, is obliged to delete the data in accordance with Article 17 (1) (a) of the GDPR. There is no clear legal regulation governing the storage period for data used to assess creditworthiness.
The situation is different for entries that have been settled or transferred from the debt register. The deadlines vary depending on the type of entry:
Settled claims: After a claim has been settled in full, the entry usually remains for another three years. The deletion takes place exactly three years after settlement. This is based on the rules of conduct for the review and storage periods of personal data by German credit reporting agencies.
Residual debt discharge after insolvency: Since April 2023, the residual debt discharge has only been stored for six months at SCHUFA.
Other data from the debtor registers: These are stored for as long as they remain in the debtor register.
7.3. Early deletion of entries
Under certain circumstances, negative entries may be deleted early. These include:
Unjustified entries
If an entry is demonstrably incorrect or unjustified, there is a right to immediate deletion. Consumers should:
- Contact the creditor and provide evidence of the error.
- Inform SCHUFA of the facts and request deletion.
Settled small claims
Small claims up to €2,000 that have been paid in full within six weeks can be deleted early. The prerequisite is that there are no other negative entries.
Goodwill settlement
In some cases, creditors can have entries deleted on a goodwill basis, for example if:
- The claim was settled within 100 days.
- At least 18 months have passed since the payment and there are no other negative entries.
To do this, the creditor must actively request the deletion.
7.4. Legal support
In complex cases, such as disputes about the legality of an entry, the support of a specialized attorney can be helpful. An attorney can:
- Enforce claims for deletion.
- request that creditors or SCHUFA correct the data or pay damages.
7.5 Case studies and examples
A consumer found that an incorrect entry remained in the SCHUFA database for almost two years despite a request for deletion. The court awarded the affected party damages and underlined the importance of a quick deletion process.
8. Deletion of the Schufa entry due to a “special situation” according to Article 21 GDPR at Schufa
Article 21 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) grants every data subject the right to object to the processing of their personal data for reasons arising from their particular situation. In the context of Schufa, this means that under certain circumstances you can object to the processing of your data by Schufa.
8.1 What is a “particular situation”?
A “particular situation” is an individual life situation characterized by specific circumstances that result in the processing of your data being associated with particular disadvantages for you. These disadvantages must be specifically explained and plausibly justified.
Examples of possible particular situations:
Discrimination: If you fear that the data processing will lead to discrimination, for example when looking for a flat or a job.
Identity theft: If you have been the victim of identity theft, this may constitute a special situation.
Surveillance: If you feel excessively monitored by the data processing, this may also constitute a special situation.
Religious or political beliefs: If the data processing conflicts with your deeply held beliefs, this can be considered a special situation.
Health reasons: If the processing of your health data leads to discrimination or endangers your health, this is considered a special situation.
8.2 How can I explain my special situation?
Specific and detailed: Describe the specific effects of the data processing on your life situation.
Plausible reasoning: Explain why your situation is to be regarded as special and which of your interests are affected.
Supporting documents: If possible, enclose documents that support your assertions (e.g. medical certificates, police reports).
8.3 Important notes
Individual assessment: Whether a situation is to be regarded as “special” is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Weighing: SCHUFA must weigh your interests against its own interests.
Legal advice: If in doubt, seek legal counsel from an attorney.
9. Effects of deletion
Deletion of negative entries has a positive effect on:
Creditworthiness: Consumers receive better terms for loans and contracts.
Financial flexibility: Better chances of getting a lease or credit cards.
Reputation: A clean SCHUFA report indicates reliability.
Conclusion: Delete negative SCHUFA entries – this is how you protect your rights and improve your financial future.
The deletion of negative SCHUFA entries requires a sound knowledge of the legal basis and a structured approach. Consumers should regularly review their SCHUFA data and act promptly to avoid mistakes or have them corrected. In complex cases, legal support can help to restore creditworthiness and prevent financial disadvantages.
But consumers are not without protection: they have the right to inspect, correct and delete inaccurate data. With systematic review, timely appeal and, if necessary, legal support, unjustified entries can be successfully challenged. The legal framework, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation, provides consumers with strong tools to enforce their rights and protect their creditworthiness. Those who actively manage their SCHUFA data minimize risks and create the basis for a stable financial future.
• Have unauthorized SCHUFA entries deleted – your rights and options
• How the ECJ ruling helps consumers: SCHUFA scoring under fire
• Interview with Dr. Schulte: SCHUFA and consumer protection
The recent ECJ ruling also strengthens the position of consumers by placing automated SCHUFA scoring under closer scrutiny. Further information on legal steps and claims for damages can be found on the website of Dr. Thomas Schulte.
Read also how consumers can effectively enforce their rights: SCHUFA scoring and GDPR.
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