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    Facebook Lawsuit Settlement Payout What Users Are Receiving

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    Facebook Lawsuit Settlement Payout: What Users Are Receiving

    Millions of Facebook users in the United States are finally seeing payments arrive from the long-awaited $725 million privacy settlement. The case stemmed from allegations that Facebook (now Meta) improperly shared user data with third parties, most notably the infamous Cambridge Analytica scandal. After years of legal proceedings, eligible users are beginning to get their share of the payout.

    Why the Settlement Happened

    In 2018, Facebook faced intense scrutiny when reports revealed that personal data of millions of users had been accessed without proper consent. Lawsuits soon followed, accusing the platform of mishandling private information. To resolve the class-action claims, Meta agreed to pay $725 million, while still denying any wrongdoing.

    Who Qualified for Payment

    To be eligible, you had to:

    • Be a Facebook user in the U.S. between May 24, 2007, and December 22, 2022.
    • Submit a valid claim form by the August 25, 2023 deadline.

    Around 28 million people filed claims, making this one of the largest class-action settlements in U.S. history.

    How the Payout Was Calculated

    The settlement wasn’t a flat amount. Instead, it was based on how long each person maintained a Facebook account during the covered years. Claimants were awarded “allocation points” for each month they had an account. The total settlement fund was then divided proportionally.

    How Much Users Are Getting

    After deducting attorney fees and administrative costs, about $540 million was left to distribute. Payments are now rolling out, and here’s what users can expect:

    • Average payout: Around $29 to $30.
    • Maximum payout: About $38 for users who had an account for the entire 15-year period.
    • Lowest payouts: Some received as little as $4.89, depending on activity and claim status.

    When and How Payments Are Being Delivered

    Payments started in September 2025 and will continue for roughly 10 weeks. Users are notified by email a few days before their payment is sent.

    Payment options include:

    • PayPal
    • Venmo
    • Zelle
    • Direct deposit
    • Prepaid card
    • Paper check

    What This Means Going Forward

    While the settlement provides only modest payouts, it sends a strong message about data privacy and corporate accountability. With tech companies facing growing scrutiny over user data, this case sets a precedent for how such disputes may be resolved in the future.

    Bottom line: If you filed a claim, expect around $30 in your account or mailbox soon. It may not be life-changing money, but it marks a significant moment in holding social media giants accountable for protecting personal data.

     

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