To file a claim, you must meet certain eligibility requirements. You are eligible if you purchased a Google-made device in the United States or its territories between May 18, 2016, and March 19, 2026. Additionally, those who experienced recordings due to false activations of Google Assistant can also claim compensation. False activations occur when the assistant mistakenly interprets background noise as its wake word, leading to unintended recordings of private conversations.

The lawsuit claimed that Google collected, utilized, and shared recordings of users without their consent, infringing on privacy rights and contradicting its stated privacy policies. While Google maintains that the data collection was intended to enhance its speech recognition technology, plaintiffs argue it breached users' privacy rights.

Filing a claim is straightforward. Click on the provided link and enter the requested information in the Login box. You will need a Unique ID and a PIN, which are available through a settlement email. If you don’t have this information, you can request it via the blue button located at the bottom of the Login box.

For proving your purchase of Google-made devices, you may need to provide documentation such as order confirmation emails, Google account purchase history, credit card or bank statements, or retail receipts.

Eligible claimants can receive varying amounts based on their claims. Device purchasers can expect payments ranging from $18 to $56 for each device, while individuals who had their conversations recorded can receive between $2 and $10. The actual payout will depend on the total number of claims submitted.

It's important to note that attorneys involved in the case may request up to one-third of the settlement, potentially costing around $22.7 million in legal fees. The deadline for submitting claims is August 27, 2026.

The case is officially titled "In re Google Assistant Privacy Litigation, Case No. 4:19-cv-04286, in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California," with a final hearing scheduled for October 1, 2026. Google chose to settle to avoid the uncertainties and potential costs associated with a trial, although the company denies any wrongdoing.

As Google Assistant is phased out, the company is introducing Gemini on Android devices. The transition, initially expected to be completed last year, has now been pushed to later this year to ensure a smooth rollout. If you’re interested in switching to Gemini, especially on newer Pixel models, you can do so in just a few steps through your settings menu.

Even if you have never used AI assistants before, many users find the transition to Gemini worthwhile, given its enhanced capabilities and improved responses to inquiries.