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Apple Opens Claims for $95M Siri Privacy Settlement

U.S. Siri-enabled device owners can file claims for up to $20 per device by July 2, 2025, following a class-action settlement over alleged privacy violations.

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Overview

  • Apple agreed to a $95 million settlement to resolve allegations that Siri recorded private conversations without user consent and shared them with contractors.
  • Eligible U.S. users who owned Siri-enabled devices between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, can submit claims through an online portal.
  • Claimants can receive up to $20 per device for up to five devices, with a maximum payout of $100, adjusted pro rata based on total claims submitted.
  • The deadline to file claims is July 2, 2025, with a final court approval hearing scheduled for August 1, 2025, before payments are distributed.
  • Apple denies any wrongdoing and has implemented privacy reforms since 2019, including halting contractor reviews and introducing opt-in data controls for Siri.