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YouTube Class Action Lawsuit
A class action lawsuit was filed against Google and YouTube alleging widespread violations of federal and state privacy laws designed to protect children’s data. The YouTube Privacy Settlement class action case began in 2019, brought by multiple minors across the U.S. through their appointed guardians ad litem—individuals who actively participated in the litigation, represented the children's interests in court, and helped sustain the case through a six-year legal battle.
The plaintiffs alleged violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) as well as numerous state invasion-of-privacy and intrusion-upon-seclusion statutes across more than 40 states. These laws prohibit collecting personal information—including persistent identifiers, location data, and viewing activity—from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.
The case accused Google of tracking children on child-directed channels such as Cartoon Network, Ryan’s World, Mattel, Hasbro, and DreamWorksTV and argues that Google profited by using this data for behavioral advertising, despite publicly denying such practices.
This is not Google’s first case of this nature: in 2019, Google paid $170 million to the FTC and New York Attorney General for similar COPPA violations involving YouTube.
Anyone in the U.S. who was under age 13 and watched child-directed content on YouTube between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020 is eligible to file a claim, with settlement documents confirming a January 21, 2026 deadline.
The plaintiffs alleged violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) as well as numerous state invasion-of-privacy and intrusion-upon-seclusion statutes across more than 40 states. These laws prohibit collecting personal information—including persistent identifiers, location data, and viewing activity—from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.
The case accused Google of tracking children on child-directed channels such as Cartoon Network, Ryan’s World, Mattel, Hasbro, and DreamWorksTV and argues that Google profited by using this data for behavioral advertising, despite publicly denying such practices.
This is not Google’s first case of this nature: in 2019, Google paid $170 million to the FTC and New York Attorney General for similar COPPA violations involving YouTube.
Anyone in the U.S. who was under age 13 and watched child-directed content on YouTube between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020 is eligible to file a claim, with settlement documents confirming a January 21, 2026 deadline.
Lawsuit Name
Hubbard v. Google LLC, et al.
Court
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, San Jose Division
Case Number
5:19-cv-07016-SVK
Judge
Hon. Susan van Keulen
Plaintiffs
34 minor children, represented by guardians ad litem (e.g., C.H., E.J., N.J., A.J., L.J., J.A.E., J.R.E., M.W., A.G., T.B., etc.)
Defendants
Google LLC and YouTube LLC
Key Allegation
Google illegally collected and used children’s personal data from YouTube without parental consent for targeted advertising.
YouTube Class Action Settlement - $30,000,000
The latest YouTube Privacy Settlement settlement update confirms a $30,000,000 fund resolving claims that Google and YouTube collected children’s data without parental consent. The YouTube Privacy Settlement lawsuit settlement amount applies to anyone in the U.S. who was under 13 and watched child-directed content on YouTube between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020. Child-directed content refers to content aimed at children under 13, determined using COPPA’s multi-factor test and YouTube’s own “Made for Kids” signals and ratings. Eligible families can file a claim until January 21, 2026.
Under the agreement, Google will fund payments, cover administration costs, and has committed to changes around how children’s data is handled on the platform. Those covered by the YouTube Privacy Settlement settlement eligibility criteria may receive an estimated $30–$60 per approved claim, depending on total participation.
The settlement is unique because it follows years of litigation, a Ninth Circuit appeal, and allegations that Google used persistent identifiers to track children’s viewing habits for advertising. With millions potentially eligible, the payout is distributed pro rata from the fixed fund.
Under the agreement, Google will fund payments, cover administration costs, and has committed to changes around how children’s data is handled on the platform. Those covered by the YouTube Privacy Settlement settlement eligibility criteria may receive an estimated $30–$60 per approved claim, depending on total participation.
The settlement is unique because it follows years of litigation, a Ninth Circuit appeal, and allegations that Google used persistent identifiers to track children’s viewing habits for advertising. With millions potentially eligible, the payout is distributed pro rata from the fixed fund.
Deadline for filing a claim: January 21, 2026
YouTube Class Action Payout: $30 - 60
The YouTube Privacy Settlement settlement amount per person comes from dividing the fixed $30 million fund among everyone who submits a valid claim. Court filings estimate that claimants may receive between $30–$60, based on projected participation rates. This range is calculated by subtracting approved attorney fees, administration costs, and service awards from the $30 million fund, then distributing the remaining balance pro rata. If fewer people file claims, the per-person payout increases; if many people file, the amount decreases. There are no tiers, no proof requirements, and all eligible claimants receive the same payout.
If you’re asking how much will I get from the YouTube Privacy Settlement lawsuit, your exact payment depends on:
- Total number of valid claims filed
- Final net fund size after court-approved deductions
- Completion of fraud checks and eligibility verification
The YouTube Privacy Settlement settlement payout date will follow the final approval hearing on January 13, 2026, with payments issued only after appeals (if any) conclude. Delays can occur due to court review, objections, or verification processing.
If you haven’t received payment once distribution begins, confirm your contact details and claim status with the settlement administrator.
If you’re asking how much will I get from the YouTube Privacy Settlement lawsuit, your exact payment depends on:
- Total number of valid claims filed
- Final net fund size after court-approved deductions
- Completion of fraud checks and eligibility verification
The YouTube Privacy Settlement settlement payout date will follow the final approval hearing on January 13, 2026, with payments issued only after appeals (if any) conclude. Delays can occur due to court review, objections, or verification processing.
If you haven’t received payment once distribution begins, confirm your contact details and claim status with the settlement administrator.
Similar Child Privacy Payouts
$167
$30
$15
Average Payouts
YouTube Class Action Eligibility
To determine YouTube Privacy Settlement class action eligibility, the claim form asks only a few simple questions. No proof is required because Google did not provide parents with tools to verify or track their children’s viewing history—one of the core issues raised in the lawsuit. The court therefore allows eligibility to be confirmed by attestation.
You qualify if:
1. The viewer was under 13 between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020
2. They lived in the United States
3. They watched child-directed content on YouTube
The amount of content watched doesn’t matter; the legal violation occurs the moment YouTube collected data from a child, even from a single video.
You qualify if:
1. The viewer was under 13 between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020
2. They lived in the United States
3. They watched child-directed content on YouTube
The amount of content watched doesn’t matter; the legal violation occurs the moment YouTube collected data from a child, even from a single video.
Lived in the United States between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020
Viewed content on YouTube directed to children
Under 13 years old between July 1, 2013 and April 1, 2020
YouTube Class Action Claim Form
The YouTube class action claim form is quick and simple with Chimo. Some settlements take longer due to court approval, appeals, or fraud checks, but Chimo streamlines the process so you can get your share fas. Here's how to file a claim against YouTube:
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Check eligibility now by answering a few quick questions
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Submit your form before January 21, 2026
You'll receive confirmation and updates on your claim status.
FAQ
No. The claim form requires no proof because YouTube did not provide parents with tools to verify children’s viewing history—part of why the lawsuit was filed.
Payments will begin after the final approval hearing on January 13, 2026, once any appeals finish.
Anything aimed at kids—like nursery rhymes, cartoons, toy videos, unboxing shows, or channels such as Ryan’s World, Cartoon Network, Mattel, Hasbro, DreamWorksTV, and similar content.
Because the case is built on alleged violations of COPPA, a federal law protecting children under 13 from data tracking without parental consent. Any data collection from a child automatically triggers COPPA protections.
After a Ninth Circuit appeal revived the case, Google opted to settle rather than face nationwide discovery and potential state-by-state privacy liability layered on top of COPPA.
No. Google previously paid $170 million to the FTC and NY Attorney General in 2019 for similar COPPA violations—making this the largest private class action based on the same underlying conduct.
Because the alleged violation occurs the instant Google collected a persistent identifier from a child, even if they watched just one video. The law does not scale damages by minutes watched.
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