How to Claim Your Money from Facebook’s $725 Million Settlement

Facebook’s $725 Million Settlement: Facebook users have a golden opportunity—if you used Facebook in the US between 2007 and 2022, you could be part of a $725 million privacy settlement. But hurry, because the deadline to claim is near.

Summary Table for Facebook’s $725 Million Settlement

Topic	Details
Settlement Amount	$725 million
Eligibility	U.S. Facebook users who had an account between May 24, 2007, and Dec. 22, 2022
Deadline to Apply	11:59 PM PT on Friday (for online claims) or postmarked by Friday (for mail claims)
Reason for Settlement	Facebook allegedly shared user data without consent (Cambridge Analytica scandal)
How to Apply	Submit a claim online at facebookuserprivacysettlement.com
Required Information	Name, contact details, Facebook account details (email, phone, username), and payment preference
Payment Options	PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, direct deposit, check, or prepaid Mastercard
How Much Money?	Amount depends on the number of claimants; longtime users may get more
Final Approval Date	September 7, 2025
Expected Payout Date	After final approval and resolution of appeals

Why did this settlement happen?

The case is linked to the 2018 data privacy scandal, when it was revealed that British consulting firm Cambridge Analytica had obtained personal data of more than 87 million Facebook users without their permission during Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. Facebook was hit with multiple lawsuits following the scandal, alleging that the company improperly shared user data with third parties.

Meta (Facebook’s parent company) denied violating any laws but agreed to a $725 million settlement to avoid the cost and risk of litigation. The settlement aims to compensate Facebook users whose privacy was violated.

Which users are eligible for this settlement?

If you created an account on Facebook between May 24, 2007 and December 22, 2022, you are eligible for this settlement.

• If you are still a Facebook user, you can still claim.
• If you have deleted your Facebook account, you are still entitled to this settlement.

How to claim for Facebook settlement?

The process of claiming for a Facebook settlement is very easy and can be completed online.

1. Where to apply?

• You have to visit the website facebookuserprivacysettlement.com and fill out the online form.

2. What information will have to be given?

• Your full name, address, and email ID
• Did you use Facebook between 2007 and 2022? (If so, for what period?)
• If you deleted your Facebook account, the date you created and deleted the account.
• Information associated with your Facebook account, such as email, phone number, or username.

3. How will you get paid?

• When you fill out the form, you’ll need to select how you want to receive the money:
• PayPal
• Venmo
• Zelle
• Direct deposit (bank transfer)
• Check
• Prepaid MasterCard

How much money will each person receive from the settlement?

It’s not yet clear how much money each person will receive.

• If all eligible Facebook users file claims, each person could receive less than $5.
• If very few people file claims, each person could receive a substantial amount.
• The payment will be calculated based on how many months you spent on Facebook. For each month you’ll receive one “point,” and the money will be distributed based on that.

When will you get paid?

The final hearing on the settlement will be held on September 7, 2025.

• If the court approves the settlement and there are no legal appeals, the payment will be sent as soon as possible.
• If an appeal is filed, it may take a few more months.

Conclusion

Facebook’s $725 million settlement is a landmark moment for millions of users whose data was shared with third parties without their permission. This case shows how big tech companies can be held accountable for respecting users’ privacy.

If you used Facebook between 2007 and 2022, you should not delay filing this claim. The application process is simple and takes just a few minutes. However, remember that you must submit the application before the claim deadline, Friday night at 11:59 PM PT.

How much money you will get depends on how many people file a claim, but if a small number of people apply, you may get a relatively large amount. Also, if you have been active on Facebook for a long time, your eligibility may be higher.

In the future, this case will be seen as an important example of how users can put pressure on tech companies to protect their data. So, if you are eligible, don’t miss this opportunity and file your claim as soon as possible!

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