Google Assistant Privacy Settlement
In re Google Assistant Privacy Litigation (settlement administered by A.B. Data, Ltd.)
Verified July 2026. Deadlines change by court order — always confirm the current date on the official site before you file.
A $68 million settlement over allegations that Google Assistant recorded private conversations through unintended activations ("False Accepts") and disclosed audio to third-party review vendors. Eligible people can file a claim for free through the official settlement administrator until August 27, 2026.
Estimated payout
A points-based, pro-rata share of the $68 million fund. The exact amount depends on how many valid claims are filed.
Proof required?
The Privacy Class needs no proof — you attest to your Google Assistant use. The Purchaser Class must upload proof of purchase of a Google-made device.
Cost
Always free through the official administrator.
Who qualifies
U.S. users who, between May 18, 2016 and March 19, 2026, either (a) purchased a Google-Made Device, or (b) had communications recorded by Google Assistant as a result of a False Accept or disclosed to a third-party review vendor.
What you need to file
- Confirmation of the Google Assistant device(s) you used between May 18, 2016 and March 19, 2026.
- For a Purchaser Class claim: proof you bought a Google-made device.
- A current email and mobile number for digital payment (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or ACH).
What you can get
A points-based, pro-rata share of the $68 million fund. The exact amount depends on how many valid claims are filed.
Proof of purchase or loss: The Privacy Class needs no proof — you attest to your Google Assistant use. The Purchaser Class must upload proof of purchase of a Google-made device.
How to file for free
Go directly to the official settlement administrator at googleassistantprivacylitigation.com and file your claim. It takes a few minutes and costs nothing. The deadline is August 27, 2026 — confirm it on the official site, since courts can move deadlines.
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Common questions
For the Privacy Class, no — you simply attest to your Assistant use. Only the Purchaser Class (people claiming based on buying a Google-made device) must upload proof of purchase. Filing is free at the official site by August 27, 2026.
Yes. Filing is always free through the official settlement administrator at googleassistantprivacylitigation.com. You never need to pay a law firm or a claims service — we are an independent guide and are not affiliated with the settlement, the administrator, or the court.
The deadline is August 27, 2026. Deadlines can change by court order, so confirm the current date on the official site, googleassistantprivacylitigation.com, before you act.
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