Searched using Google? You may be eligible for settlement money

Searched using Google? You may be eligible for settlement money

People who searched online using Google and clicked on those results between October 2006 and September 2013 – in other words, pretty much everyone – may be entitled to part of a $23 million settlement.

The settlement comes as part of a class action lawsuit claiming Google improperly shared search queries with third-party websites and companies during the 2006-2013 timeframe. Google denies any wrongdoing but said it agreed to the settlement to “avoid the costs and risks of a trial.”

The amount each claimant will receive will be based on how many file. Based on current estimates, people with approved claims are expected to receive around $7.70 per person.

Settlement class members have a July 31 deadline to decide to participate. The final hearing is set for Oct. 12 and payments will likely follow.

You can opt in or get more information here.

You can go here to register for a class member ID. The class member ID is necessary to file a claim.

Once you have a claim number you can go here to submit contact information, attest you meet the settlement requirements, and pick your choice of payment, such as PayPal, Venmo or a prepaid card.