Claim Your Share of Google’s $100 Settlement for Android Users
Android users who used mobile data on their devices may qualify for payments from a proposed $135 million settlement. A court must still give final approval before payments begin. Lawyers for the class action have launched a settlement website so eligible people can file claims now.
Who qualifies
- You must be a natural person residing in the United States.
- You must have used a mobile device running the Android operating system with a cellular data plan.
- You must have used the device at any time on or after Nov. 12, 2017 until the settlement receives final approval.
- You must not be a class member in the Csupo v. Google LLC case for California residents.
Allegations and response
The lawsuit claims Android devices sent various information to Google without users’ permission. Plaintiffs also say the transfers consumed cellular data.
Google has denied any wrongdoing in the litigation.
Claim process and payments
Eligible individuals can visit the settlement website and submit a claim now. Claimants must select a preferred payment method when filing.
Payments will occur only after the court approves the settlement and administration costs are paid. Any remaining funds will be shared among class members.
How much you might receive
- Payments are capped at $100 per person.
- The exact amount per claimant depends on the number of valid claims filed.
- Filmogaz.com reports as many as 100 million people could be eligible.
Use of the settlement fund
If approved, the $135 million will cover payouts to class members and settlement administration costs. The fund will also pay attorneys’ fees and any taxes.
Service awards for class representatives may also be paid from the settlement fund.
Next steps and timeline
The final approval hearing is scheduled for June 23. The court will decide whether the settlement is fair and reasonable.
If the judge grants approval, administrators will begin processing payments after deductions. Android users who want to claim their share should file promptly.
Those interested in claiming their portion of Google’s $100 settlement for Android users should visit the settlement website for details and to submit a claim.
