Time is running out for those eligible to claim their share of YouTube’s $30 million class-action settlement! Following six years of legal battles, the popular video platform, owned by Google, has agreed to this payout due to allegations that it improperly collected personal data from children. If you or someone you know might qualify for compensation, read on to find out how to file your claim before the deadline runs out!
A Summary of the Settlement
The settlement comes after a ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, where the lawsuit was filed by parents of children under 13. The case centered on claims that YouTube collected data from kids watching content meant for their audience, including nursery rhymes and cartoons, and used this information for advertising purposes, all without parental consent.
Potential Claimants: Find Out If You Qualify
The lawsuit claimed that the data collected included serial numbers of devices, geolocation information, and IP addresses. Although Google has agreed to settle, the company continues to deny any wrongdoing. Any minor who watched child-directed content on YouTube and was under 13 years old between July 1, 2013, and April 1, 2020, may be eligible for compensation. This means that individuals currently aged 6 to 25 could potentially receive a portion of this settlement.
How to File a Claim
Steven Bloch, one of the attorneys involved with the case, estimates that there could be around one million valid claims. After deducting legal fees and expenses, eligible claimants could receive approximately $20 to $30 each. To claim your share, you have two methods: you can file your claim online, which is the most convenient option, or you can print out a form and mail it in.
To file your claim online, simply click here. Make sure to submit your claim by 11:59 p.m. PST on January 21, 2026. If you choose to mail in your claim, ensure it’s postmarked by the same deadline. Claims can be mailed to:
Filing Deadline Reminder
Regardless of delivery times, as long as your claim is postmarked by the deadline, it will be considered timely. The electronic submission is encouraged, especially given potential travel inconveniences. Submit your online claim before 11:59 p.m. PST on January 21, 2026, (which is 2:59 a.m. EST on January 22, 2026) using your device for an expedite process.
Remember, you must have watched content directed at children on YouTube and been under 13 between July 1, 2013, and April 1, 2020, to qualify for this settlement.
