Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit claiming Siri recorded private conversations without consent, with affected device owners potentially eligible for up to $100 in compensation.
Quick Takes
- Apple is settling a lawsuit over Siri allegedly recording private conversations without consent
- U.S. residents who owned Siri-enabled devices between September 2014 and December 2024 may be eligible for compensation
- Claimants can receive up to $20 per eligible device (maximum of 5 devices or $100 total)
- Claims must be filed by July 2, 2025, with payments expected about 90 days after the August 1 final approval
Settlement Details and Eligibility
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle allegations that its voice assistant Siri improperly recorded private conversations. The settlement covers U.S. residents who owned or purchased Siri-enabled devices between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, and experienced unintended activations during private conversations. This agreement comes after a lawsuit filed in 2019 claimed Siri could activate without user consent, recording private conversations and potentially sharing them with third parties.
Eligible devices include iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, iMacs, HomePods, iPod touches, and Apple TVs. While Apple has denied any wrongdoing in the case, the company opted to settle rather than face potentially costly litigation. The lawsuit alleged specific violations of privacy laws related to how Apple obtained and potentially shared private communications through these unintended Siri activations, with some users reporting targeted advertisements appearing after discussions near their Apple devices.
If Siri has ever been activated on your Apple device without your consent, you may be eligible to receive part of a $95 million settlement reached in a class action lawsuit.https://t.co/B7wxhwSEji
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How to File a Claim
Filing a claim requires visiting the official settlement website at https://www.lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com or submitting by mail. Claimants must provide the device’s serial number and model name or submit proof of purchase. Those who qualify can receive up to $20 per eligible device, with a maximum of five qualifying devices per person, totaling up to $100. The administration costs, attorneys’ fees, litigation expenses, and service awards will all come from the settlement fund before payments are distributed to claimants.
Multiple payment options are available for those who successfully file claims, including digital payment, paper check, or direct deposit. The deadline for filing claims is July 2, 2025, with a final approval hearing scheduled for August 1, 2025. If the settlement receives court approval, payments should be issued approximately 90 days after that date. Users who wish to retain their right to sue Apple separately over this issue may opt out of the settlement by the same July 2, 2025 deadline.
Privacy Improvements and Impact
Since the lawsuit was filed, Apple has made significant improvements to Siri’s privacy protections. The company no longer retains audio recordings unless users specifically opt in to share them. This settlement represents just a small fraction of Apple’s overall profits and potential liabilities if the company had been found guilty of privacy violations in court. The settlement is overseen by Angeion Group, which serves as the Settlement Administrator.
For many long-time Apple users, this settlement offers an opportunity to receive compensation for potential privacy invasions that occurred through their devices over the past decade. The case highlights growing concerns about digital privacy and the always-listening nature of voice assistants that have become increasingly common in American homes. Experts recommend that eligible consumers file claims promptly to ensure they receive their share of the settlement funds.
