Christian Broadcasting Network $4M VPPA Settlement

The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc.

If you created login credentials and accessed video content on websites operated by The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc. (CBN) between March 28, 2022, and May 28, 2024, you may be eligible to submit a claim for a cash payment from a class action settlement.

The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc. (CBN) has agreed to pay $4 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging violations of the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA). The lawsuit claims that CBN improperly shared users' personally identifiable information (PII)—specifically Facebook IDs—with Meta (Facebook) through the Meta Pixel tracking technology.

Who is eligible for a Video Class Action Settlement payout?

Class members must have:

Lived in the United States at any time between March 28, 2022, and May 28, 2024.
Created and used login credentials (such as a username and password) to access one or more of CBN's websites.
Requested or viewed prerecorded or on-demand video content available through CBN's online services during the specified time frame.

How much are the payouts

The exact amount each eligible claimant receives will depend on the total number of valid claims submitted.

After deducting attorneys' fees, administrative expenses, and a service award for the class representative, the remaining amount (the "Net Settlement Fund") will be equally divided among all approved claimants.

To illustrate, let's assume a hypothetical scenario where the Net Settlement Fund available for claimants is $2,500,000. If 10,000 valid claims are submitted, each claimant would receive approximately $250 ($2,500,000 ÷ 10,000 = $250 per claimant). If fewer claims are filed, the payment per claimant would increase proportionally, and vice versa.

How to claim a payout

To receive your payment, you must submit a completed claim form no later than April 29, 2025. You can file a claim online or download and mail a completed PDF claim form to the settlement administrator.

Settlement Administrator's mailing address: Moog v. The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc., c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC, P.O. Box 225391, New York, NY 10150-5391

Claim instructions

Follow these steps to submit your claim:

Visit the online claim form or download the PDF claim form.
Provide your full name, mailing address, email address (optional), and phone number.
If you received an email notice, enter the Class Member ID provided in the email.
Certify that between March 28, 2022, and May 28, 2024, you possessed login credentials and accessed prerecorded or on-demand video content on CBN's websites.
Sign and date your claim form.
Submit your completed claim form online or mail it to the settlement administrator by April 29, 2025.

Payout options

Payments can be made via:

Venmo
CashApp
Zelle
PayPal
Paper check (checks must be cashed within 180 days of issuance)

$4 Million settlement fund

The settlement fund of $4,000,000 will cover the following:

Attorneys' fees: Up to $1,200,000 (one-third of the settlement fund)
Service award to class representative: Up to $5,000
Administrative expenses: TBD
Payments to class members: Remaining balance after deducting attorneys' fees, administrative expenses, and the service award (Net Settlement Fund)

Important dates

Fairness Hearing: July 17, 2025
Deadline to File a Claim: April 29, 2025
Final Approval Hearing: July 17, 2025

When is the Moog v. CBN payout date?

The court will hold a final approval hearing on July 17, 2025. After final approval and resolution of any appeals, payments will be distributed within 90 days after the court grants final approval of the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

Why did CBN agree to this settlement?

The lawsuit alleges that CBN violated the Video Privacy Protection Act by sharing users' Facebook IDs with Meta without proper consent. CBN denies these allegations but chose to settle to avoid the uncertainty, expense, and distraction of ongoing litigation.