If you subscribed to The Daily Wire or watched videos on its website, you could be eligible for cash from a $2 million class action settlement. The lawsuit claims The Daily Wire shared viewers’ video-watching history with Facebook and other third parties without permission, violating a federal privacy law.
The Daily Wire denies any wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement to resolve the claims.
Why is there a lawsuit?
The case centers on the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA), a law designed to protect people’s video rental and viewing records.
The lawsuit alleges Daily Wire used a “pixel” that tracked which videos subscribers watched and shared that data with Facebook.
Plaintiffs argued this was done without consent, putting users’ privacy at risk.
The Daily Wire has not admitted fault but chose to settle instead of continuing to litigate.
Who qualifies?
You are part of the settlement if you:
Were a log-in account holder or digital newsletter subscriber to The Daily Wire,
Watched videos on a Daily Wire website,
Between March 11, 2022 and November 7, 2023 in the U.S.
No proof of purchase is required. You just need to confirm that you meet the criteria when filing a claim.
How much can people get?
Settlement Class Members who submit a valid claim can receive up to $15 in cash.
The actual payment depends on how many claims are filed, since the $2 million settlement fund will be shared pro rata after fees and costs.
Payments can be received via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, direct deposit, or check.
What Are Your Options?
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim | The only way to get a cash payment (up to $15) | September 8, 2025 |
| Exclude Yourself | Keep your right to sue separately, but get no money from this settlement | September 1, 2025 |
| Object | Stay in the settlement but tell the court why you disagree | September 1, 2025 |
| Attend Final Approval Hearing | Speak in court about the settlement | October 22, 2025 at 9:45 AM EDT |
| Do Nothing | No payment, and you give up your right to sue later | N/A |
How to File a Claim
Filing is simple and takes just a few minutes:
Fill out your claim form online with your name, email, and payment preference.
Confirm that you qualify (no receipts required).
Submit by September 8, 2025.
