If you or your child went to school in Illinois and used Google Workspace for Education, you could get cash compensation from an $8.75 million class action settlement.
Why Is Google Paying?
A lawsuit claims that Google collected and stored students’ biometric data — like voice and facial recognition — without consent, violating Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA).
This happened through tools like Google Workspace for Education and G Suite for Education.
While Google denies any wrongdoing, the company agreed to pay $8.75 million to resolve the case.
Who Qualifies?
You may be eligible if:
You lived in Illinois
You were enrolled in an Illinois school between March 26, 2015, and May 15, 2025
A voice model or face model was created for you OR
The Voice Match or Face Match feature was turned on in your Google Workspace for Education account
✔ No proof needed — just complete the form
✔ Parents/guardians can file for children
How Much Can You Get?
Estimated payout: $50–$100 per valid claim
Actual amount depends on how many people file
No purchase or documentation required
Only one claim per person
Important Deadlines & Your Options
| Your Options | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim | Get your share of the settlement | October 16, 2025 (11:59 PM ET) |
| Opt Out | Keep your right to sue Google separately | September 1, 2025 |
| Object | Tell the court why you don’t like the settlement | September 1, 2025 |
| Final Hearing | The court decides whether to approve the settlement | October 14, 2025 at 2:30 PM |
How to File Your Claim
Filing is quick and simple — no uploads or paperwork needed.
Here’s what to do:
Go to the official claim site
Complete Steps 2 and 3 with your info
Choose your payment method and sign in Step 4
Submit online or by mail by October 16, 2025
◆ If filing for a minor, a parent or guardian must submit the form
◆ Each eligible person needs a separate claim
If you or your child used a Google Education account in Illinois between March 26, 2015, and May 15, 2025, you may be owed money.
No proof required — just file by the deadline.
