Formula 1 $5.5 Million Streaming Privacy Settlement
If you had a Formula 1 account and streamed any prerecorded video in the United States between May 1 2022 and June 24 2025, you could receive up to $17. Submit your claim by September 22 2025—it takes only minutes.
File Online Claim Download Claim Form (PDF)Who Qualifies?
You are part of the class if:
- You held a Formula 1 account (current or former); and
- You accessed formula1.com, f1tv.formula1.com, any Formula 1 subdomain or app in the U.S.; and
- You watched a prerecorded video between May 1 2022 and June 24 2025.
Settlement Benefits
- Cash Payment: Up to $17 (final amount depends on number of approved claims).
- Improved Privacy Disclosures: Formula 1 will update its consent forms regarding video data sharing.
How to Submit Your Claim
Deadline: September 22 2025
- Online claim form (requires the Unique ID and PIN from your notice).
- Or mail a printed form to: Formula 1 VPPA Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 4830, Portland, OR 97208-4830.
Provide your name, mailing address, contact email, the email linked to your F1 account and choose a payment method (Check, PayPal, or Venmo). Only one claim per class member is allowed.
Key Dates
- Claim / Opt-Out Deadline: Sept 22 2025
- Final Approval Hearing: Oct 30 2025
- Payouts Begin: About 85 days after the court grants final approval.
About the Lawsuit
The lawsuit (Gutierrez et al. v. Formula One Digital Media Ltd., No. 2025LA00000329) alleges Formula 1 shared subscribers’ personally identifiable video information with a third party without consent, violating the Video Privacy Protection Act. The company denies wrongdoing but agreed to a $5.5 million settlement to avoid further litigation costs and risks.
Settlement Fund Allocation
- Administrative costs: up to $300,000
- Attorneys’ fees/expenses: up to $1,833,333.33
- Service awards to class representatives: up to $5,000 total
- Payments to claimants: remaining balance
Need More Information?
- Official Settlement Website: formula1usvppasettlement.com
- Long-Form Notice (PDF): Download
- FAQ Page: Read FAQs
- Full Settlement Agreement: Download
- Administrator helpline: 1-888-854-7166 • Email: info@Formula1USVPPASettlement.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I receive my Formula 1 streaming privacy settlement payment?
Payments are expected roughly 85 days after the court grants final approval on Oct 30 2025, assuming no appeals delay distribution.
Do I need proof of Formula 1 video viewing to file a claim?
No additional proof is required. You must attest under penalty of perjury that you meet the class definition and provide the email linked to your Formula 1 account.
What happens if I do nothing regarding the Formula 1 $5.5 million settlement?
If you do nothing, you will not receive money and will forfeit your right to sue Formula 1 over the claims resolved by this settlement.
Can I still watch Formula 1 content if I participate in the settlement?
Yes. Filing a claim or staying in the class does not affect your ability to use any Formula 1 services going forward.