What Families Can Claim From the Google Play Kids’ Privacy Settlement in 2026

If you or your child used a Google Play app before turning 13, there is an open kids’ privacy settlement worth checking. Google and AdMob Google agreed to create an $8.25 million settlement fund to resolve allegations that they collected, used, or disclosed children’s personal information through Google Play apps without parental consent.

The deadline to file a claim is September 14, 2026. The settlement is real, but a payment is not guaranteed simply because someone used an app while under 13. The official class definition also requires that Google or AdMob allegedly collected, used, or disclosed that person’s personal information. Google and AdMob deny the allegations and deny any wrongdoing.

Is the Google Play Kids’ Privacy Settlement Real?

Yes. The proposed settlement is part of A.B., et al. v. Google LLC, et al., Case No. 5:23-cv-03101, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Judge P. Casey Pitts granted preliminary approval on May 1, 2026, allowing notice and the claims process to move forward.

The official settlement website is COPPAPrivacyClassAction.com. Kroll Settlement Administration is handling claims and can be reached at (833) 447-6416. The court has not made a final decision about the settlement; a final approval hearing is scheduled for September 24, 2026.

Who May Qualify?

According to the official settlement FAQ, the settlement class includes people living in the United States who meet all of the following conditions:

• They downloaded or otherwise used an application from Google Play at some point from April 1, 2015 through the present;

• They were younger than 13 when they downloaded or used the application; and

• Google or AdMob allegedly collected, used, or disclosed their personal information.

The class member is the person who used the app while under 13. If that person was under 18 on May 29, 2026, a parent or legal guardian must submit and sign the claim on their behalf. A class member who was 18 or older on that date signs their own claim.

Using or downloading a Google Play app does not by itself establish eligibility. The official claim form and settlement documents control, so review them carefully before certifying a claim.

How Much Could a Valid Claim Pay?

The payment amount is currently unknown. The official settlement FAQ states that valid claimants will receive a proportional share of the net settlement fund after court-approved attorneys’ fees, costs, service awards, notice expenses, and administration expenses are deducted.

The final amount will depend largely on how many valid claims are submitted. The $8.25 million figure is the total settlement fund, not the amount available to each claimant. Estimates such as $40-$200 do not appear in the official notice and should not be treated as promised or verified payout figures.

Is Proof Required?

The official materials do not list a receipt or proof-of-purchase requirement. However, that does not make the claim unconditional. Each class member may submit only one claim, and the form must be signed by the class member or, when required, their parent or legal guardian.

The online form asks for a Settlement Class Member ID. Someone who does not already have an ID can use the registration option linked from the official claim form. Claims must come from the class member or the appropriate parent or guardian; third-party claim submissions are not accepted.

Only submit information you believe is accurate. The administrator will determine whether a claim is valid under the settlement terms.

When Is the Claim Deadline?

Online claims must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on September 14, 2026. Paper claim forms must be postmarked by the same date. The official documents page provides the printable form, full notice, settlement agreement, and preliminary approval order.

The exclusion and objection deadline was August 4, 2026 and has passed. That does not mean filing a claim is now the only legal option available in every personal situation. It means the court-approved period for requesting exclusion from or objecting to this proposed settlement has closed. A licensed attorney can explain the effect of a missed deadline on a specific person’s rights.

How Do You File a Claim?

1. Visit the official settlement website at COPPAPrivacyClassAction.com.

2. Read the class definition and official FAQ.

3. Open the official claim form. If you need a Settlement Class Member ID, follow the registration link provided there.

4. Enter the requested information and review it for accuracy.

5. Submit online by September 14, 2026, or mail the paper form with a postmark no later than that date.

6. Save a copy of the form or confirmation for your records.

There is no fee to submit a settlement claim. Claim is a third-party informational website, not the settlement administrator. Claim can help people check potential eligibility and find the official claim form, but it does not submit claims for them.

What Rights Do Class Members Give Up?

According to the official FAQ, class members who remain in the settlement give up the right to sue or continue suing Google and the other released parties over claims covered by the settlement’s release. This applies even if a class member does nothing, although doing nothing also means receiving no settlement payment.

The exact scope of the release appears in the settlement agreement. Anyone concerned about preserving an individual legal claim should review that language and speak with a licensed attorney about their own circumstances.

When Will Payments Be Sent?

No payment date has been announced. The court will consider final approval on September 24, 2026. If approval is granted, payments cannot be distributed until any challenges or appeals are resolved.

The official settlement website is the best place to check for hearing changes, approval updates, and payment information. A scheduled hearing is not the same as final approval, and the timing of any appeal cannot be predicted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Deadline for the Google Play Kids’ Privacy Settlement?

The claim deadline is September 14, 2026. Online claims must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time, while mailed forms must be postmarked by that date.

Does Every Child Who Used a Google Play App Qualify?

No. The official class definition also requires that Google or AdMob allegedly collected, used, or disclosed the person’s personal information while they were under 13 and used or downloaded a Google Play application during the class period.

How Much Will Each Claimant Receive?

The amount is currently unknown. Valid claimants may receive a proportional share of the net settlement fund, and the amount will depend on the number of valid claims and court-approved deductions.

Can a Parent File for a Child Who Is Now an Adult?

If the class member was 18 or older on May 29, 2026, the class member must sign their own claim. A parent or legal guardian submits and signs for a class member who was under 18 on that date.

Is Claim the Settlement Administrator?

No. Kroll Settlement Administration is the court-approved administrator. Claim is an independent informational website that helps people check potential eligibility and locate official claim forms.

This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Laws, settlement terms, and processes described here can change – confirm current details with an official source or a licensed attorney before taking action.