If you were notified that your personal or financial information may have been exposed in the August 2024 Fidelity Investments data breach, you could be eligible for a cash payment, free credit monitoring, and reimbursement benefits.
This settlement comes from a class action lawsuit alleging that FMR LLC (Fidelity Investments) failed to adequately protect customer data during a cybersecurity incident. Fidelity denies wrongdoing but agreed to a $2,500,000 settlement to resolve the claims.
What happened?
The lawsuit, In re: Fidelity Investments Data Breach Litigation (Case No. 1:24-CV-12601-LTS), centers on a data security incident that occurred between August 17–19, 2024.
During that window, a third party allegedly accessed Fidelity’s systems without authorization and obtained sensitive customer information, including:
- Financial account numbers
- Routing numbers
- Other personal data tied to Fidelity records
Plaintiffs argue that Fidelity failed to properly secure this information. Fidelity disputes those claims but agreed to settle to avoid ongoing litigation costs and uncertainty.
Who is eligible?
You may be included if:
- You are a U.S. resident
- You received a notice from Fidelity about the August 2024 data breach
- Your personal information and/or financial account details were potentially exposed
Excluded from the settlement are Fidelity officers/directors, the judge and court staff, and anyone who opts out.
How much money can you get?
This settlement offers multiple benefit tiers, depending on what you choose and whether you have documentation.
Flat Cash Payment (No Proof Required)
- Estimated at $100 per person
- No receipts or documentation needed
- Amount may increase or decrease depending on total claims
California Resident Payment
- Additional $50 (CCPA payment) for California residents
- No documentation required
Reimbursement for Out-of-Pocket Losses
- Up to $5,000 per person
- Must show proof of losses tied to the breach
- Eligible expenses may include:
- Identity theft or fraud losses
- Credit monitoring or freeze/unfreeze fees
- ID replacement costs
- Travel costs related to fraud resolution
- Postage or communication expenses
Free Credit Monitoring
- 2 years of CyEx Financial Shield Complete
- Includes:
- $1 million fraud insurance
- Dark web monitoring
- Fraud alerts and identity theft support
Your options
| Option | What You Get | Proof Required | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| File a Claim (Flat Payment) | ~$100 cash | No | July 27, 2026 |
| California CCPA Payment | +$50 (if eligible) | No | July 27, 2026 |
| Reimbursement Claim | Up to $5,000 | Yes (documentation required) | July 27, 2026 |
| Credit Monitoring | 2 years of protection | No | July 27, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | Nothing received | N/A | No deadline |
How to file a claim?
To receive benefits, you must submit a claim by July 27, 2026.
What You’ll Need:
- Your Login ID and PIN from your settlement notice
- Or request them via email if missing
Steps to File:
- Go to the official settlement website
- Log in using your Login ID + PIN
- Choose your benefit option (cash, reimbursement, or both if eligible)
- Submit your claim online
If you cannot find your credentials, contact:
- Email: [email protected]
Mail option:
Fidelity Data Security Incident Settlement
c/o Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 25226
Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958
