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TaxAct privacy violations $14.95M class action settlement

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By the Class Action Buddy Editorial Team · Last reviewed April 22, 2026

$18.65
Max Payout
Sep 11, 2024
Filing Deadline
No
Proof Required?
TaxAct has agreed to pay $14.95 million to settle a class action lawsuit over alleged privacy violations on their tax preparation website. The lawsuit claims that TaxAct violated users' privacy rights while they were preparing their taxes online. If you used TaxAct.com to prepare your taxes, you may be eligible to receive compensation from this settlement. The agreement resolves claims that the company improperly handled user data and violated privacy protections during the tax preparation process.
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Who Was Eligible?

Who the settlement covered:

  • You used TaxAct.com to prepare your taxes
  • You were affected by the alleged privacy violations on the website
  • Details about specific time periods and eligibility requirements are pending

How Much Did It Pay?

The total settlement fund is $14.95 million, which will be distributed among eligible class members. The exact amount each person will receive depends on how many people file valid claims and the specific details of their TaxAct usage. Individual payment amounts have not yet been announced.

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.

  • Wait for official claim forms to become available
  • Gather any documentation showing you used TaxAct.com for tax preparation
  • Submit your claim form by the deadline once it's announced

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to file a claim for the TaxAct privacy violations $14.95M class action settlement?

The deadline to file a claim was Sep 11, 2024, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.

How much can I receive from the TaxAct privacy violations $14.95M class action settlement?

The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $18.65. Actual payments may be lower depending on the total number of valid claims filed and the available settlement fund.

Did I need proof of purchase for the TaxAct privacy violations $14.95M class action settlement?

No proof of purchase was required — claims could be made on a sworn statement, without receipts, photos, or product packaging.

How much money can I get from the TaxAct settlement?

The total settlement is $14.95 million, but individual payment amounts haven't been announced yet. Your payout will depend on how many people file claims and the extent of your TaxAct usage.

What privacy violations did TaxAct commit?

The lawsuit alleges that TaxAct violated users' privacy rights while they were preparing taxes on TaxAct.com. Specific details about the alleged violations are still being finalized in the settlement terms.

When is the deadline to file a TaxAct settlement claim?

The claim deadline has not been announced yet. Settlement details are still being finalized. Download Class Action Buddy to get notified when the claim process opens.

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