Paid for a Google Play subscription renewal in California? You may be getting money automatically from a $5 million class action settlement. No claim form needed.
This case involves subscriptions sold through the Google Play Store and how they were automatically renewed. If you qualify, your payment will be sent without you needing to do anything.
Why This Lawsuit Exists?
The lawsuit claims Google LLC did not fully comply with California’s automatic renewal law when selling subscriptions through the Google Play Store.
Specifically, plaintiffs alleged that required disclosures around auto-renewing subscriptions were not properly provided.
Google denies any wrongdoing but agreed to create a $5,000,000 settlement fund to resolve the claims and avoid further litigation.
Who Qualifies?
You may be included if you meet all of these criteria:
You paid for at least one subscription renewal through Google Play
The purchase was made between May 30, 2014, and October 27, 2019
The subscription was for personal, family, or household use
The purchase was made through Google Play billing
Exclusions:
Google Drive subscriptions
Subscriptions canceled during a free trial
Subscriptions that were fully refunded
If you qualify, you are automatically included unless you choose to opt out.
How Much Can You Get?
Each eligible class member will receive a pro rata share of the settlement fund.
Estimated payment: about $5.85 per person
Final amount depends on the number of participants and settlement costs
Payment Method:
Google Play credit (if you have an active account)
PayPal or Zelle payment (if no active account is available)
Your Options
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Do Nothing | Receive payment automatically and give up the right to sue separately. | — |
| Exclude Yourself | Opt out and keep your right to file your own lawsuit. | May 9, 2026 |
| Object | Tell the court why you disagree with the settlement. | May 9, 2026 |
| Final Approval Hearing | Court decides whether to approve the settlement. | July 23, 2026 |
How to File a Claim?
There is no claim form required for this settlement.
If you are eligible:
The settlement administrator will use Google’s records to identify you
You will receive Google Play credit automatically, or
An electronic payment via PayPal or Zelle if no account is active
If payment cannot be delivered, funds may be redistributed to other class members or directed as approved by the court.
Payments are expected to be sent about 75 days after final approval and any appeals are resolved.
Settlement Administrator:
Verita Global LLC
P.O. Box 301130
Los Angeles, CA 90030-1130
This is one of the simplest settlements to benefit from. If you paid for a qualifying subscription, your share of the $5 million fund may already be on the way.
