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Panera Data Security Settlement

Up to $7,100

Last verified July 13, 2026Source: claimdepotHow ClaimWatch verifies cases

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 11, 2025. 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

Panera discovered a security incident on March 23, 2024, where an unauthorized third party gained access to certain information including names and Social Security Numbers of Panera's current and former employees, as well as a small number of customers, contractors, and other individuals. Panera denies wrongdoing and liability but has agreed to settle the lawsuit on a classwide basis.

Do you qualify?

Anyone who previously received a notice letter from Panera about the security incident discovered in March 2024 is a Settlement Class Member eligible for compensation.

How to file

Submit a Claim Form online at the settlement website or mail a completed paper Claim Form postmarked no later than November 11, 2025. Claimants must provide documentation of their losses (Ordinary Out-of-Pocket Losses up to $500, Extraordinary Losses up to $6,500, time spent up to $250, and/or California Statutory Payment up to $100).

Common questions

How much does the Panera Data Security Settlement pay?
Estimated payout: Up to $7,100. The total settlement fund is $2.5M. 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 Panera Data Security Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 11, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Do I need proof of purchase for the Panera Data Security Settlement?
Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
Is the Panera Data Security Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Kroll Settlement Administration LLC is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at panerasettlement.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 Panera Data Security Settlement be sent?
Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for January 29, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

Plaintiffs

  • Thomas Jones
  • Taslima Aktar
  • Sydney Hollis
  • Forrest Cooley
  • Amanda Pharr
  • Will Hoffman(Consolidated Filer Plaintiff)
  • Robyn Campbell(Consolidated Filer Plaintiff)
  • Nia Buchanan(Consolidated Filer Plaintiff)

+ 7 more

Defendants

  • Panera, LLC

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