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York County School of Technology Data Breach Settlement

$45–$5,000

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 21, 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

On March 27, 2023 and April 26, 2023, cyber criminals gained unauthorized access to York County School of Technology's network, exfiltrating Settlement Class Members' Private Information including full names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and Driver's Licenses or State IDs. The defendant is settling claims arising from this data breach.

Do you qualify?

All natural persons in the United States whose Private Information was accessed as a result of the data incident, including those who received a notice from York of the Data Incident.

How to file

File a Claim Form postmarked or submitted by November 21, 2025 to receive Settlement Benefits. You can claim either up to $5,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses related to the data incident, or a flat $45 payment with no documentation required.

Common questions

How much does the York County School of Technology Data Breach Settlement pay?
Estimated payout: $45–$5,000. 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 York County School of Technology Data Breach Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 21, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Do I need proof of purchase for the York County School of Technology Data Breach 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 York County School of Technology Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Settlement Administrator is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at yorkdatasettlement.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 York County School of Technology Data Breach 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 9, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

This summary was generated from public settlement documents and may contain errors. Confirm eligibility, deadlines, and payment terms on the official settlement website before filing. ClaimWatch is not a law firm and this is not legal advice. Filing a claim is free.

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