Coming Soon: $30M Children's YouTube Privacy Settlement
Were you—or your child—under 13 while watching kids’ content on YouTube between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020? You could soon receive a cash payment from a forthcoming $30 million class action settlement. Read on for eligibility details, key dates, and how to file when the claim form goes live.
Visit Official Settlement SiteWho Qualifies?
You are expected to be a class member if:
- You were younger than 13 between 07/01/2013 and 04/01/2020, and
- You watched children-directed content on YouTube in the United States during that time.
Parents or legal guardians may submit one claim per eligible child. If the child is still under 18 on the claim-filing deadline, the parent or guardian must file on the child’s behalf.
Payout Estimate
Payments will be distributed pro rata from the net settlement fund. The final dollar amount each claimant receives depends on:
- Total number of valid claims
- Court-approved deductions for notice, administration, attorneys’ fees and costs, and service awards
How to File a Claim
The claim portal will open roughly 30 days after the court grants preliminary approval (hearing set for Sept. 23, 2025). At that time, you will be able to:
- Submit an online claim via the settlement website, or
- Download, print, and mail a paper claim form to the settlement administrator.
No documentation is required when you file, but additional information may be requested later to verify eligibility.
Payout Methods
- Direct electronic payment (e.g., PayPal, Venmo, ACH)
- Paper check
Settlement Fund Breakdown
- Total fund: $30,000,000
- Notice & administration: up to $1,000,000
- Attorneys’ fees: up to $9,000,000
- Attorneys’ expenses: up to $250,000
- Service awards to class representatives’ guardians: up to $1,500 each
- Remaining funds: distributed to valid claimants
Important Dates
- Preliminary approval hearing: Sept. 23, 2025
- Claim form available: About 30 days after preliminary approval
- Final approval hearing: Date to be scheduled after preliminary approval
- Payments issued: After final approval and claim review
Background of the Case
The lawsuit (Hubbard v. Google, Case No. 5:19-cv-07016) accuses Google LLC and YouTube LLC of collecting personal data from children under 13 without parental consent and using that data to serve targeted ads—alleged violations of federal and state privacy laws. While Google denies wrongdoing, it agreed to a $30 million settlement to avoid the uncertainty and expense of continued litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need proof to file a claim in the Children’s YouTube Privacy Settlement?
- No proof is required when submitting your claim, though the administrator may request additional information later.
- When will I get paid from the $30M Children’s YouTube Privacy Settlement?
- Payments will be distributed after the court grants final approval and the claims are processed—typically several months after the final hearing.
- Can multiple children in the same household be claimed?
- Yes. Parents or guardians may file one claim per eligible child who was under 13 during the class period.
- How will the settlement administrator contact me?
- All official updates, including claim confirmation and payment details, will be sent via the email or postal address you provide on your claim form.
- Where can I get the official claim form?
- When the settlement receives preliminary approval, the downloadable claim form and online claim portal will be posted at YouTubePrivacySettlement.com.