Quick Answer: Judge Beth Labson Freeman granted final approval to the $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement on October 13, 2026, and final judgment was entered October 20. Claims closed August 27, 2026, with about 1.49 million timely claims. Device buyers are estimated to receive $18 to $56, and privacy class members $2 to $10. Payments come after the appeal period.
Key Takeaways
- Final approval granted October 13, 2026; judgment entered October 20
- Fund: $68 million, non-reversionary
- About 1.49 million timely claims filed by August 27, 2026
- Purchaser class: about $18 to $56; privacy class: about $2 to $10
- Attorneys’ fees approved at one third, about $22.67 million
- Official site: GoogleAssistantPrivacyLitigation.com, run by A.B. Data
What the Google Assistant Settlement Is About
The lawsuit claimed Google Assistant recorded people’s conversations after “false accepts,” when a device wrongly thought it heard “Hey Google,” and that Google used those recordings. The case is In re Google Assistant Privacy Litigation (Kumandan v. Google LLC), No. 5:19-cv-04286-BLF, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Google denies wrongdoing.
How Much Will You Get?
| Class | Points | Estimated payment |
|---|---|---|
| Purchaser class (bought a Google-made device) | 4 per device, up to 3 devices | About $18 to $56 |
| Privacy class (recorded by Assistant) | 1 per claim | About $2 to $10 |
These are class counsel’s estimates, not guarantees. See how class action payouts are calculated.
When Will Payments Arrive?
The judgment must become final first, which means the 30 day appeal window runs out with no appeal, or any appeal is resolved. Google then funds the settlement within 15 days of the Effective Date, and payments go out within 60 days after that or as soon as practical. As of October 25, 2026, no appeal appeared on the public docket. If none is filed, payments could begin in early 2027.
Key Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 18, 2016 to March 19, 2026 | Class period |
| August 27, 2026 | Claim deadline |
| October 13, 2026 | Final approval granted |
| October 20, 2026 | Final judgment entered |
| Pending | Effective Date and payments |
Common Questions About the Google Assistant Settlement
Was the Google Assistant settlement approved?
Yes. Judge Freeman granted final approval on October 13, 2026.
How much will I get from the Google Assistant settlement?
Device buyers are estimated at about $18 to $56, and privacy class members about $2 to $10.
Can I still file a claim?
No. Claims closed August 27, 2026.
When will Google settlement payments be sent?
Within about 60 days after the Effective Date. See how long settlement payments take.
Summary
The Google Assistant settlement has final approval. Claimants now wait for the appeal period to pass before payments of roughly $2 to $56 go out. Check GoogleAssistantPrivacyLitigation.com for updates, and see our open class action settlements.