Used an Android phone on cellular data anytime in the past few years? You may be included in this $135 million class action settlement, and in many cases, you don’t even need to file a claim to get paid.
Why This Lawsuit Exists?
This case, Taylor v. Google LLC, claims that Google’s Android operating system sent data back to Google without users’ permission, even when phones were idle.
According to the lawsuit:
- Android devices allegedly transferred information in the background
- These transfers used users’ cellular data
- Google allegedly benefited from this data collection
Google denies any wrongdoing, but agreed to pay $135,000,000 to resolve the claims and avoid further litigation.
The settlement also requires updates to data disclosures and settings on Android devices.
Who Qualifies?
You may be included if:
- You are a U.S. resident
- You used a device running the Android operating system
- You accessed the internet using cellular data (not just Wi-Fi)
- Your usage occurred anytime between November 12, 2017, and final approval
- You are not part of the separate Csupo v. Google case
This settlement could cover up to 100 million people, so there’s a strong chance you qualify if you used Android during that time.
How Much You Can Get?
- Eligible users may receive a pro rata cash payment
- Payments are estimated at up to $100 per person
Your actual amount depends on:
- The total number of valid participants
- Final settlement costs and deductions
Important:
There is no guaranteed flat payment, but every eligible class member shares in the remaining settlement fund.
Your Options (Deadlines Matter)
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Select Payment Method | Choose how you want to get paid | Before distribution |
| Do Nothing | You’ll still be part of the settlement, but may miss payment if no method is selected | — |
| Exclude Yourself | No payment, keep your right to sue separately | May 29, 2026 |
| Object | Stay in case but tell the court you disagree | May 29, 2026 |
How to File a Claim?
No claim form is required.
If you received a notice:
- Use your Notice ID and confirmation code
- Go online and select your payment method
Payment options may include:
- Zelle
- PayPal
- Venmo
- ACH transfer
- Virtual Mastercard
If you don’t select a payment method, you may not receive your payment, even if you’re eligible.
Payments will be sent after final approval and any appeals are resolved.
