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$30M Google, YouTube kids privacy violations class action settlement
Jan 21, 2026
Filing Deadline
Google and YouTube agreed to pay $30 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging the companies violated children's privacy laws by collecting personal data from users under 13 who watched child-directed content on YouTube. The lawsuit claimed this data was used for advertising purposes without proper parental consent.
Individuals who were under 13 years old and watched content directed at children on YouTube between July 1, 2013, and April 1, 2020, were eligible for compensation.
Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible to file a claim if you:
To qualify for this settlement, you must have:
- Been under 13 years old during the qualifying period
- Watched content allegedly directed to children on YouTube
- Between July 1, 2013, and April 1, 2020
No proof of purchase was required to file a claim. Parents or guardians could file on behalf of their children.
How Much Can You Get?
The total settlement fund was $30 million. The exact per-person payment amount depended on the total number of valid claims filed and was to be determined based on participation rates.
How to File Your Claim
Filing your claim is quick and easy:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What personal data did Google and YouTube collect from children?
The lawsuit alleges that Google and YouTube collected personal information from children under 13 without proper parental consent, though specific details about what data was collected are part of the ongoing legal proceedings.
How do I prove my child used YouTube when they were under 13?
Proof requirements haven't been finalized yet. You may need to show evidence like account creation dates, viewing history, or other documentation that demonstrates your child's YouTube usage while under 13.
When is the deadline to file a claim for the Google YouTube kids settlement?
The filing deadline has not been announced yet. Settlement details are still being finalized. Download Class Action Buddy to get notified when the claim form becomes available and learn about the deadline.
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