Apple MacBook Keyboard Settlement
Amount varies by group number (see official settlement for details)
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was March 6, 2023. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →
What happened
Apple sold MacBook laptops (Air and Pro models) from 2015-2019 with "butterfly" keyboards that provided a poor typing experience. Many customers had to pay for keyboard repairs due to the defective hardware mechanism under each key.
Do you qualify?
People who purchased a MacBook (Air or Pro) between 2015 and 2019 and had their keyboard repaired during this period.
How to file
Check the official settlement to find your group number, which determines your payout amount. Submit your claim before March 6, 2023.
Common questions
- How much does the Apple MacBook Keyboard Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: Amount varies by group number (see official settlement for details). The total settlement fund is $50M. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
- What is the claim deadline for the Apple MacBook Keyboard Settlement?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was March 6, 2023. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Apple MacBook Keyboard Settlement?
- No. You can file without a receipt or proof of purchase. You attest that you qualify and submit basic details, though claims are still subject to review and submitting a false claim is a crime.
- Is the Apple MacBook Keyboard Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Claims are filed at lifehacker.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
- When will payments from the Apple MacBook Keyboard Settlement be sent?
- Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. Payments cannot be issued until the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved.
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