How Much Will I Get From the Facebook Biometric Privacy Settlement?

Based on the $650M total fund and estimated claimant participation, the per-person payout for the Facebook Biometric Privacy Settlement is estimated at $20,000 – $40,000. However, actual payouts depend on the total number of valid claims filed and final court approval.

Illinois residents who had a Facebook account and appeared in photos on Facebook between June 7, 2011 and August 23, 2021.

No proof required! The Facebook Biometric Privacy Settlement is a no-proof settlement. You simply need to confirm your eligibility by answering a few basic questions. No receipts or documentation needed.

The deadline to file a claim for the Facebook Biometric Privacy Settlement is April 30, 2026. That is 32 days from today. Make sure to file before this date to receive your share of the settlement.

Class action settlement payouts are calculated by dividing the total settlement fund by the number of valid claims submitted. Our estimates are based on historical participation rates for similar settlements. Actual amounts are determined by the settlement administrator after the filing deadline.

After the filing deadline passes, the settlement administrator reviews all claims, resolves disputes, and receives final court approval. This process typically takes 3–18 months. Once approved, payments are distributed via check, PayPal, Venmo, or gift cards depending on the settlement terms.