23andMe Data Settlement: Payouts & Claims Details

If you were notified that your personal information was compromised in the 23andMe data security breach, you may be eligible to claim up to $10,000 from a class action settlement.

23andMe has agreed to pay $30,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for allegedly failing to adequately protect users' personal information, leading to a significant data breach.

Who can file a claim?

• You must have been a resident of the United States on August 11, 2023
• Your personal information must have been compromised in the security incident
• You should have received a notification from 23andMe in October 2023 regarding the breach

Additionally, there are specific subclasses:

• Statutory Subclass: Residents of California, Illinois, Oregon, or Alaska who received notice of the breach
• Health Information Claimants: Individuals whose health information was involved in the breach

If you fall into any of these categories, you are part of the class eligible for compensation.

How much can class members get?

The settlement provides several tiers of compensation based on the type of claim:

• Extraordinary Claims: Up to $10,000 for expenses related to identity fraud, security system purchases, or mental health counseling due to the breach. The total cap for these claims is $5 million.
• Health Information Claims: $100 for individuals whose health data was compromised, with a total cap of $750,000.
• Statutory Cash Claims: Estimated $100 for residents of specific states, subject to pro rata adjustments based on the number of claims filed.

Payments may vary depending on the number of claims and the available settlement funds. For example, if the Extraordinary Claims exceed $5 million, payments will be reduced on a pro rata basis.

What proof required to submit a claim?

Claimants need to provide documentation for certain claims:

• Extraordinary Claims: Documentation of expenses incurred due to the breach.
• Health Information Claims: Proof of notification from 23andMe.
• Statutory Cash Claims: Confirmation of residency in the specified states.

How to file a claim

To claim an award, you need to submit a claim form. You will be able to file a claim online or download a PDF form from the official settlement website when it goes live.

Completed forms can be mailed to:

In re: 23andMe, Inc. Customer Data Security Breach Litigation

PO Box 301172

Los Angeles, CA 90030-1172

Ensure all required documentation is included with your submission.

Claim instructions

Follow these steps to submit your claim when the official settlement website goes live:

1. Visit the official settlement website and choose to file a claim online or download the PDF form.
2. Complete the claim form with accurate information.
3. Attach any necessary documentation to support your claim.
4. Submit the form online or mail it to the provided address by the deadline.

Payment methods

Class members can choose from the following payment methods:

• Direct deposit
• Check by mail

$30 Million settlement fund breakdown

The settlement fund of $30,000,000 will cover:

• Three years of Privacy & Medical Shield + Genetic Monitoring for all class members.
• Payments for valid Extraordinary, Health Information, and Statutory Cash Claims.
• Service awards for class representatives.
• Attorneys' fees and litigation expenses.
• Costs of notifying class members and administering the settlement.

Important dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: TBD
• Final Approval Hearing: TBD

When is the 23andMe Settlement payout date?

Awards will be paid after the final approval hearing and any appeals are resolved.

Why was there a class action settlement?

The class action lawsuit was filed due to 23andMe's alleged failure to protect personal information, resulting in a data breach affecting millions. The settlement was reached to avoid prolonged litigation and provide compensation to affected individuals.