Apple Siri Privacy Settlement Claims Now Open – Deadline July 2nd

For eligible Apple users in the United States who were potentially affected by past issues related to Siri privacy, time is running out to file a claim.

There are now fewer than two months remaining to submit claims as part of the $95 million settlement reached in a class action lawsuit that alleged the tech giant used its Siri virtual assistant in ways that raised privacy concerns. The final deadline to file is July 2, 2025.

 

Understanding the Settlement and Lawsuit

The $95 million settlement stems from a class action lawsuit, specifically titled Lopez v. Apple Inc., which had been ongoing for five years. The lawsuit alleged that for more than a decade, Apple devices equipped with the Siri virtual assistant would sometimes activate “surreptitiously” and record what the lawsuit described as “confidential and private” conversations without the explicit consent of the users.

 

These allegations raised concerns about potential “eavesdropping” via devices like iPhones and other Siri-enabled products. In January 2025, Apple agreed to resolve the lawsuit by agreeing to the $95 million settlement fund.

 

Who is Potentially Eligible?

Eligibility for participating in this Apple Siri privacy settlement and potentially receiving a payout is specifically defined. Individuals who owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device are potentially eligible. The specific devices covered include: iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, iMac, HomePod, iPod touch, or Apple TV.

 

Beyond owning a device, the crucial criteria are that the device must have experienced an unintended Siri activation during a confidential and private conversation, and this incident must have occurred at some point between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024. If you believe your experience with your Apple device and Siri fits these criteria, you may be eligible to file a claim.

 

Time is Running Out: The Claim Deadline

The most critical piece of information for potential claimants is the deadline. The final date to file a claim for the Apple Siri settlement is July 2, 2025. As of early May 2025, this leaves eligible individuals with less than two months to take action and submit their claim. Missing this deadline means forfeiting any opportunity to receive compensation from the $95 million settlement fund. Given the limited time window remaining, it is essential for anyone who believes they might be eligible to act quickly.

 

How to File Your Claim

The exclusive method for filing a claim in the Lopez v. Apple Inc. settlement is through a dedicated website established for the administration of the settlement. To file a claim, potentially eligible individuals must visit the official Lopez v. Apple Inc. website.

 

This website provides detailed information about the settlement, confirms eligibility criteria, and hosts the necessary forms and instructions for submitting a claim online. Filing through this designated website is the only way to formally participate in the settlement as a claimant.

 

Potential Payouts and Allocation

The $95 million settlement fund is designated to be allocated among valid claimants and also covers legal fees and administrative costs associated with the settlement. The settlement is structured to provide payouts in proportional amounts, with a cap of up to $20 per Siri device for which a valid claim is submitted. Claimants can file for multiple eligible devices.

 

The final amount paid per device will be determined based on the total number of approved valid claims submitted by the July 2, 2025 deadline and the total number of eligible Siri devices claimed. If the total number of approved claims and devices is high, the proportional amount per device may be less than $20, but it will not exceed the $20 per device cap.

 

Notification is Not Required to File

It is important for potentially eligible Apple users to understand that they do not need to have received a direct notification about the settlement to file a claim. While some consumers may have received information regarding their potential eligibility through mail or email, receiving such a notification is not a prerequisite for submitting a claim.

 

Any individual who believes they meet the eligibility requirements outlined by the settlement (owning a covered device, experiencing unintended Siri activation during a private conversation between Sept 17, 2014, and Dec 31, 2024) should visit the official settlement website and proceed with filing a claim before the deadline, regardless of whether they received a personalized notification.

 

Additional Options: Opting Out or Objecting

Beyond filing a claim to receive a potential payout, eligible individuals in the Lopez v. Apple Inc. class action settlement also have other options. They have the right to “opt out” of the settlement. Choosing to opt out means they will not receive any payout from the $95 million settlement fund, but they will retain their individual right to potentially pursue a separate lawsuit against Apple regarding the alleged Siri privacy issues.

 

Eligible individuals can also choose to “object” to the terms of the settlement if they disagree with certain aspects, while still remaining part of the settlement class (meaning they would still be bound by the settlement’s terms and could receive a payout if eligible, but their objection would be considered by the court). Information about these options is available on the settlement website.

 

Why File a Claim?

For eligible Apple users, filing a claim provides an opportunity to potentially receive financial compensation for alleged past privacy violations related to the unintentional recording of private conversations by Siri.

 

Participating in the settlement allows individuals to be included in the resolution of the legal matter concerning the handling of user data and interactions by their devices. While the payout per device is capped at $20, it represents a form of redress for those who experienced the issues described in the lawsuit.

 

The Broader Context of Voice Assistant Privacy

The Lopez v. Apple Inc. lawsuit and the resulting $95 million settlement highlight the broader discussion and evolving landscape surrounding tech privacy, particularly concerning voice assistant technology.

 

The case underscores user sensitivity regarding devices that are designed to listen for wake words and the potential for unintended activations to capture private audio. The settlement and Apple’s subsequent changes in practice reflect the industry’s ongoing efforts to address user concerns and establish clearer boundaries regarding data collection and privacy in the age of ubiquitous smart devices.

 

Act Before the Deadline

The clock is ticking for eligible Apple users in the United States to file claims for the $95 million Apple Siri privacy settlement. The deadline of July 2, 2025, is less than two months away, representing the final opportunity to potentially receive compensation related to allegations of unintended Siri activation and recording of private conversations.

 

Anyone who owned a covered Siri-enabled device between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, and experienced such an incident should visit the official Lopez v. Apple Inc. website immediately. Do not delay – understand your eligibility and submit your claim before time runs out to secure your share of the $95 million settlement fund.