Avast $16.5M FTC Settlement for Privacy Claims

If you purchased antivirus software from Avast between August 2014 and January 2020, you may qualify to submit a claim for compensation from a class action settlement.

Avast has agreed to pay $16.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged deceptive privacy practices, including the unauthorized sale of user browsing data to third parties.

Who is eligible for an Avast settlement payment?

The settlement administrator will send email notices to approximately 3,690,813 consumers who bought antivirus software from Avast. These notices will be sent between February 24, 2025, and March 7, 2025.

• You purchased Avast antivirus software between August 2014 and January 2020
• You received email notification with a claim number from the settlement administrator

How much is the FTC settlement payment?

Pro Rata Cash Payment: Payment amounts will vary based on the number of claims filed and other factors.

How to claim an Avast privacy violation payment

To claim an award, eligible individuals must file a claim online using the Claim Number and Confirmation Code provide in the email notice. If you have questions or need help with your claim, you can contact the claims administrator at 1-866-290-0165 or email info@AvastSettlement.com.

Is proof required to submit a claim?

No, additional documentation is not required. Avast has provided the FTC with a list of customers that paid for services.

Payout options

• Electronic payment
• Check mailed to address provided

Important dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: June 5, 2025

When is the Avast Settlement payout date?

Payments are expected to be distributed in 2026 after claim processing is complete.

Why was there a class action settlement?

Avast was accused of misleading consumers by selling their browsing data to third parties without proper consent, despite claims of privacy protection. The settlement aims compensates Avast customers who may have been misled by these privacy violations.

As part of the settlement, Avast is prohibited from misrepresenting how it uses collected data and from selling or licensing any browsing data from Avast-branded products to third parties for advertising purposes.

Sources

1] [Official Settlement Website