Closed · closed January 21, 2026
YouTube children's privacy settlement, closed January 21, 2026, what happened
Last checked August 30, 2026
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Google LLC and YouTube LLC agreed to pay $30,000,000 to settle claims that YouTube collected personal data from children under 13 who watched child-directed videos, without parental consent. The claim deadline was January 21, 2026. As of August 30, 2026 the source page lists no payment date.
Questions about the YouTube Privacy case
How much does the YouTube privacy settlement pay per person?
The source page estimated $20 to $500 per valid claim from a $30,000,000 fund. The exact figure depends on how many valid claims were filed and is set by the administrator after final approval.
Can I still file a YouTube privacy claim?
No. The claim deadline was January 21, 2026, and the source page lists no reopened intake.
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