If you’re one of the millions affected by recent AT&T data breaches, you only have until December 18, 2025, to file a valid claim and secure your share of the $117 million settlement. Depending on your level of loss and eligibility, you could receive up to $5,000 — but the clock is ticking. With digital security becoming more fragile each year, holding companies accountable is more critical than ever.
Liability
As more companies move services online, the responsibility to protect consumer data increases — and so does the fallout when things go wrong. In the event of a breach, companies can be held liable through class action lawsuits, particularly when it’s found they didn’t take enough steps to secure sensitive data like Social Security numbers, account credentials, or communication records.
These lawsuits often end in settlements to avoid lengthy court battles. That means affected users, like you, can file a claim for compensation, even if you didn’t experience major losses — as long as your data was part of the breach.
Settlement
AT&T is now paying the price after two massive data breaches — one in 2019, and another in 2024 — that compromised the information of over 100 million customers. The result? A $117 million settlement fund available for claimants.
Here’s a quick summary of the two major breaches:
| Year | What Happened | Who Was Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | SSNs and account data leaked | 7.6M current + 65.4M former customers |
| 2024 | 2022 phone records exposed | Nearly 109M U.S. AT&T users |
If you were part of either breach, you’re eligible to file a claim — and potentially walk away with thousands in compensation.
Compensation
Here’s what you could receive if you act in time:
- Up to $5,000 for those affected by the 2019 breach (requires proof of documented financial loss).
- Up to $2,500 for those affected by the 2024 breach (also requires proof).
- Pro rata payment for users who don’t submit documentation but were still part of the breach.
If you opt for the pro rata payment, the actual amount will depend on how many valid claims are submitted. So, the fewer people who claim, the higher your potential payout — but you still must submit a claim form to be included.
The deadline to object to the settlement was November 17, 2025, so that window has closed. Now it’s all about getting your claim in before the December 18 deadline.
Growth
This isn’t the first time — and definitely won’t be the last — we see massive payouts from companies mishandling sensitive data. Data breach lawsuits are becoming increasingly common, with settlements in the millions (and sometimes billions) as cybersecurity threats rise.
Even though many companies avoid admitting guilt, settlements like this one are a win for affected users. They offer a level of justice — and a reminder to big corporations that sloppy security has consequences.
Not all settlements will lead to huge payouts, especially if the damages aren’t severe, but they still serve a vital purpose: forcing policy changes and highlighting poor cybersecurity practices. And if the courts can’t stop the next breach, maybe the threat of financial loss will.
Urgency
There are millions of dollars on the table, and if you were an AT&T customer during the breach periods, you have nothing to lose by filing. Don’t wait — you have just days left to get your claim in before the door shuts.
To claim your share, visit the official settlement website, enter your information, and choose whether to claim documented losses or accept the default payout.
This might not be a life-changing check, but it’s money you’re owed — and it’s yours for the taking.
FAQs
What’s the AT&T data breach claim deadline?
Submit by December 18, 2025.
How much can I get from the settlement?
Up to $5,000 with proof of losses.
Who qualifies for the $5,000 payout?
Users affected by the 2019 breach with proof.
What if I don’t have proof?
You’ll receive a smaller pro rata payment.
Can I still object to the settlement?
No, the objection deadline passed on Nov 17, 2025.
