- Apple agrees to a $95 million settlement over Siri privacy violations.
- Eligible users in the U.S. can claim up to $100 per device.
- Claims are valid for Siri-enabled devices used between 2014 and 2024.
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class-action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that its voice assistant, Siri, recorded private conversations without user consent.
To qualify for compensation, users must have owned a Siri-enabled device such as an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, or Apple TV. These devices must have been owned between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024.
Claim Your Share of Apple’s Siri Settlement: Eligibility and Steps
Apple’s $95 million settlement over Siri privacy violations comes as part of a class-action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges the company recorded private conversations without consent. The case, Lopez v. Apple Inc., accused Apple of sharing user audio with third parties. This led to targeted ads based on personal conversations. While Apple maintains that Siri was designed with privacy in mind, the settlement resolves claims without admitting fault.
The settlement is open to users in the U.S. who used Siri on any Apple device from 2014 to 2024. Affected users must submit a claim form detailing their device usage and any unintended Siri activations during confidential conversations. Payments will be calculated based on the number of valid claims, with potential compensation reaching up to $100 per device. Eligible users should visit the official settlement website to submit their claims.
Apple’s $95 million settlement over Siri privacy violations underscores the growing scrutiny tech companies face. Specifically, it addresses issues over data privacy and user consent. While the company denies any wrongdoing, the settlement offers affected users an opportunity. Users can now claim compensation for unintended Siri activations.
“Privacy means people know what they’re signing up for, in plain English.” — Steve Jobs