In re: Facebook, Inc. Consumer Privacy User Profile Litigation

Case No. 3:18-md-02843-VC

United States District Court for the Northern District of California

ALERT REGARDING REQUESTS FOR SENSITIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION OR PAYMENT TO SUBMIT CLAIMS

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If you were a Facebook user in the United States between May 24, 2007, and December 22, 2022, inclusive, you are eligible for a cash payment from a Class Action Settlement.

UPDATE (current as of February 24, 2025): On October 10, 2025, following a hearing, the United States District Court for the Northern District of California issued an Order Granting Motion for Final Approval of Settlement, an Order Awarding Attorneys’ Fees, Expenses, and Service Awards and a Final Judgment. Despite the Court's Order granting both Motions, and overruling the Objections filed, Objectors have filed two Notices of Appeals, which can be viewed in the Important Documents tab (see documents dated November 9, 2025). Settlement payments cannot be distributed to eligible claimants until the appeals are resolved. On February 13, 2025, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals entered a Memorandum rejecting the Objectors’ arguments and affirming the Court’s Judgment, which can be viewed in the Important Documents tab. Please note there could be additional proceedings that could further delay the distribution of settlement benefits. Updates on status will be provided here as more information becomes available. We thank you in advance for your patience.

Important Dates

July 26, 2025
Claim Assessment
July 26, 2025
Claim Processing
August 25, 2025
Settlement Review
September 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM PDT
Disbursement Date
  • A Settlement has been reached between Defendant Facebook, Inc., now known as Meta Platforms, Inc., (“Meta” or “Defendant”) and Plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
     
  • You are included in this Settlement as a Settlement Class Member if you were a Facebook user in the United States between May 24, 2007, and December 22, 2022, inclusive.
     
  • The lawsuit is known as In re: Facebook, Inc. Consumer Privacy User Profile Litigation, Case No. 3:18-md-02843-VC (N.D. Cal.). Defendant denies that it violated any law.
     
  • Your rights are affected whether you act or don’t act. Please read the Notice carefully.
SUMMARY OF YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND OPTIONS IN THIS SETTLEMENT
CLAIM ASSESSMENT

To be considered for a cash payment from this Settlement, your claim must undergo a thorough assessment by the Settlement Administrator. This process requires submitting a timely and properly completed Claim Form for review and approval. The deadline for submission is August 25, 2025.

You can complete your Claim Form online and mail it to the Settlement Administrator. If you prefer a paper copy, you may request one by calling the Settlement Administrator.

Once your claim is assessed and approved, you will waive the right to pursue a separate lawsuit against the Defendant regarding the legal claims or factual allegations covered by this Settlement.

For further details, please refer to FAQ 10.

ASSESSMENT DEADLINE: AUGUST 25, 2025
CLAIM PROCESSING

Your claim will be carefully reviewed and processed by the Settlement Administrator to determine eligibility for payment. If you choose not to proceed with the claim, you will not receive a payment from this Settlement. However, you will retain the right to pursue legal action independently, including filing or continuing a lawsuit against the Defendant regarding the legal claims and factual allegations covered by this Settlement.

If you decide to take independent legal action, you may choose to hire your own attorney at your own expense.

For more information see FAQ 22.

PROCESSING DEADLINE: JULY 26, 2025
SETTLEMENT REVIEW

If you do not opt out of the Settlement, you have the right to review and raise objections regarding its terms. You may submit a written objection to the Court explaining your concerns about the Settlement. Additionally, you may request permission to present your objection during the Disbursement Date hearing.

Even if you choose to object, you may still submit a claim for payment under the Settlement terms.

For more information, see FAQ 23.

REVIEW DEADLINE: JULY 26, 2025
DO NOTHING

Unless you opt out of the settlement, you are automatically part of the Settlement. If you do nothing, you will not get a payment from this Settlement and you will give up the right to sue, continue to sue, or be part of another lawsuit against the Defendant related to the legal claims or factual allegations resolved by this Settlement.

NO DEADLINE