YouTube & Google Children’s Privacy Settlement
If your child (under 13) watched kids’ content on YouTube in the United States between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020, you could receive money from a $30 million class action settlement. Submit a claim online or by mail by January 21, 2026 to be considered for payment.
Download Claim Form (PDF)What Is the Lawsuit About?
The case, Hubbard v. Google, Case No. 5:19-cv-07016-SVK (N.D. Cal.), alleges that Google LLC and YouTube LLC illegally tracked and collected personal data from children under 13 who viewed content directed at kids, without obtaining parental consent—purportedly violating federal and state privacy laws. Google denies all wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.
Who Is Eligible?
- People in the United States who were under 13 years old at any time from July 1, 2013 – April 1, 2020
- and who watched content allegedly directed to children on YouTube during that period.
Settlement Benefits
- Cash payments from a $30 million fund to each valid claimant (amount depends on total approved claims).
- Payment distribution will occur only after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved.
Important Deadlines
- Claim filing deadline: January 21, 2026
- Exclusion (opt-out) deadline: December 8, 2025
- Objection deadline: December 8, 2025
- Final approval hearing: January 13, 2026 (10:00 a.m. PT via Zoom)
Your Options
- Submit a Claim: Receive a payment if eligible.
- Exclude Yourself: Keep your right to sue Google separately, but receive no settlement money.
- Object: Tell the Court why you disagree with the settlement.
- Do Nothing: Get no payment and give up the right to sue over these claims.
Key Court Documents
The following official documents provide full details of the settlement:
- Settlement Agreement (PDF)
- Preliminary Approval Order (PDF)
- Short-Form Notice (PDF)
- Long-Form Notice (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the YouTube & Google Children’s Privacy Settlement about?
The lawsuit claims YouTube and Google collected data from children under 13 who watched kids’ videos without parental permission. The settlement resolves these allegations for $30 million.
How much money will I receive?
The exact payment per claimant is not yet known and will depend on the number of valid claims after deductions for Court-approved fees and costs.
Do I need proof my child watched YouTube?
You must provide basic information on the claim form, but no receipts or screenshots are required. However, false claims are subject to penalties.
When will payments be sent?
Payments can be issued only after the Court grants final approval on or after January 13, 2026 and any appeals are resolved, so please be patient.
Can I still sue Google if I file a claim?
No. Filing a claim (or doing nothing) means you forfeit the right to bring a separate lawsuit about the same issues. You must exclude yourself to retain that right.
Need more information? Visit the official settlement website at YouTubePrivacySettlement.com or consult the Court documents linked above.
This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.
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