Google Assistant
Data Privacy · Class action settlement
Lawsuit
The suit alleged Google Assistant recorded people's private conversations during "False Accepts" — activations without the wake word — and shared some recordings with third-party reviewers. Google agreed to pay $68 million into a settlement fund.
The class action settlement benefits those who purchased a Google-made device
Eligibility
The class action settlement benefits those who purchased a Google-made device
Key facts
How to file
- Confirm you're in the class. Compare the eligibility section above with your own history — class period dates matter.
- Gather what's needed. Proof required. Receipts, account emails or statements speed up approval.
- File before Aug 27, 2026. The claim button opens the administrator's official form — most claims take a few minutes.
- Track it. Payments usually arrive 1–6 months after the final approval hearing.
Last reviewed Aug 26, 2026. Every detail on this page is checked against official settlement administrator and court sources before publication. Where those sources disagree with information shown elsewhere, the official settlement notice controls.
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