If you purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California, there’s a good chance you’re included in a $60.5 million class action settlement, and you may be eligible for a cash payment.
This case is about alleged age-based pricing differences, and now eligible users can choose how they want to receive their share of the settlement.
Why This Lawsuit Exists?
This class action alleges that Tinder charged older users more than younger users for Tinder Plus and Tinder Gold subscriptions.
According to the lawsuit, this violated California laws, including:
- Unruh Civil Rights Act
- Unfair Competition Law
Tinder has not admitted wrongdoing, but agreed to a $60.5 million settlement to resolve the claims and avoid continued litigation.
Who Qualifies?
You may be included if:
- You purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold
- You were located in California
- AND you meet one of the following:
- You were over age 29 on or after March 2, 2015, OR
- You were over age 28 on or after March 2, 2016
- AND you were allegedly charged a higher price due to your age
If that sounds like you, you’re likely in the settlement class.
How Much You Can Get?
There is no fixed payout amount. Instead:
- Payments are based on how much you paid for Tinder Plus or Gold
- People who paid more may receive a larger share
- Final amounts depend on the number of valid claims
So the more documented subscription activity you had, the more your share could be.
Your Options
| Option | What Happens | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Choose Payment Method | Pick PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or check | Aug. 18, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | You may still get paid automatically, but slower | — |
| Opt Out | No payment, but you keep right to sue separately | Apr. 8, 2026 |
| Object | Tell the court you disagree with the settlement | Apr. 8, 2026 |
| Verify Eligibility | Confirm class membership if you didn’t get notice | Aug. 18, 2026 |
Important: If you do nothing, the administrator may still attempt payment using Tinder’s records—but you risk delays or issues if your info is outdated.
How to File a Claim?
This part is simple but important:
Step 1: Go to the settlement website
Visit the official site and open the payment selection or verification section.
Step 2: Choose your payment method (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH transfer, Paper check)
Step 3: Confirm or verify your eligibility
If you didn’t receive a notice, you may need to submit:
- Name and contact info
- Approximate subscription date
- State of purchase
- Age or date of birth at the time
- Estimated payments + supporting documentation
If you used Tinder in California and paid for Plus or Gold while over a certain age, this settlement may apply to you. The fastest move is simple: check your eligibility and choose a payment method so your payout isn’t delayed.
