$100M Google AdWords class action settlement
By the Class Action Buddy Editorial Team · Last reviewed April 22, 2026
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Who Was Eligible?
Who the settlement covered:
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To qualify for this settlement, you must have:
- Advertised through Google AdWords
- Paid for clicks during one of two qualifying periods:
- Location Targeting class: January 1, 2004 through March 22, 2011
- Search Bundled Clicks class: June 1, 2009 through December 13, 2012
- Been based in the United States
Claimants were required to provide their Google AdWords Customer ID as proof of eligibility.
How Much Did It Pay?
The total settlement fund was $100 million. Individual payment amounts varied based on the amount paid for invalid clicks during the qualifying periods. Payments were calculated based on each advertiser's proportional share of qualifying expenditures.How this claim was filed
This settlement is closed, so the steps below are kept for reference only — they no longer lead anywhere you can file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a claim for the $100M Google AdWords class action settlement?
The deadline to file a claim was Jul 20, 2025, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.
Did I need documentation for the $100M Google AdWords class action settlement?
Yes — this settlement required supporting documentation, and the official claim form set out what counted.
How do I know if I qualify for the Google AdWords settlement?
You may qualify if you purchased Google AdWords advertising and used geographic targeting features. The settlement covers advertisers who were allegedly charged for clicks from outside their targeted areas.
When can I file my Google AdWords settlement claim?
The claim filing process has not yet been announced. Download Class Action Buddy to receive notifications when the claim period opens and get help with your submission.
What proof do I need for the Google AdWords settlement?
You'll likely need documentation of your AdWords campaigns, billing records, and evidence of geographic targeting settings. Specific requirements will be announced when the claim process begins.
Primary source: official settlement administrator — adwordsclicksclassaction.com. The settlement details on this page were checked against the administrator’s official website.
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