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YouTube Children's Privacy Settlement (Hubbard v. Google)

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

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was January 21, 2026. 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

Google allegedly tracked and collected personal data about children under 13 without parental consent on YouTube. Google denies that it did anything wrong.

Do you qualify?

People in the United States who were under 13 years old at any time from July 1, 2013 to April 1, 2020, and watched content allegedly directed to children on YouTube.

What you can claim

Read from the official settlement notice. Confirm the terms that apply to you on the administrator's site before filing.

  • Settlement payment

    Cash payment from the $30 million Settlement Fund to eligible class members who submit a claim.

Who is in the class

people in the United States who, at any time from July 1, 2013 to April 1, 2020, were under 13 years old, and watched content allegedly directed to children on YouTube

Quoted from the settlement notice.

How to file

Submit a claim by January 21, 2026. The website has a "File A Claim" section for submitting claims, though specific documentation requirements are not detailed on this summary page.

Common questions

How much does the YouTube Children's Privacy Settlement (Hubbard v. Google) pay?
The total settlement fund is $30M. 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 YouTube Children's Privacy Settlement (Hubbard v. Google)?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was January 21, 2026. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Is the YouTube Children's Privacy Settlement (Hubbard v. Google) notice real, or a scam?
Claims are filed at youtubeprivacysettlement.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 YouTube Children's Privacy Settlement (Hubbard v. Google) 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 13, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

Plaintiffs

  • Z.B.
  • C.J.D.
  • A.D.
  • C.A.D.
  • E.M.
  • L.D.
  • G.W.
  • S.B.

+ 54 more

Defendants

  • CookieSwirl
  • Pocketwatch, Inc.
  • RFR Entertainment, Inc.
  • RTR Production, LLC
  • Remka, Inc.
  • Mattel, Inc.
  • Hasbro Studios LLC
  • Hasbro, Inc.

+ 7 more

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