Google to pay Android users $135 million in settlement. Here's how to claim your payment

After years of legal battles, Google has finally agreed to pay compensation to up to 100 million Android users over allegations that it collected data without their consent. Android users in the United States now have a chance to claim their share of the $135 million settlement.

The lawsuit against Google was first filed in 2020, alleging that the Android operating system transferred users’ information to Google over cellular data connections without their permission. According to the complaint, the data transfers occurred in the background without notifying users. The lawsuit also claims Google continued collecting data from Android users even when their devices were idle.

The case, known as Taylor v. Google LLC, covers Android users in the United States who used mobile devices to access the internet through cellular data networks operated by mobile carriers at any point since November 12, 2017. The settlement website is now live for eligible Android users.

To be part of the settlement, you must meet the following qualifications:

• You live in the United States.
• You have used an Android device with a cellular data plan.
• You used the Android device between November 12, 2017, and the date the settlement receives final approval.
• You are not a class member in Csupo v. Google LLC, Santa Clara County Superior Court.

The final approval hearing is scheduled for June 23, 2026. Settlement administrators will send a Notice ID and Confirmation Code to eligible users. Recipients must then visit the settlement website and click “Payment Election” to choose their preferred payment method.

Eligible users who do not submit a preferred payment method may still receive payment, though the risk of not being paid may be higher. The $135 million is the total settlement, but after tax and other related costs are paid, the remaining amount will be distributed among up to 100 million Android users.