AT&T is poised to finalize one of the most significant privacy settlements in recent history, agreeing to a total payout of $177 million to compensate millions of customers impacted by two major data breaches. These breaches exposed sensitive customer information and caused widespread concern over personal privacy.
Details of the Breaches
The first breach, occurring in 2019, affected 7.6 million active customers and 65.4 million former customers, exposing sensitive information such as names and Social Security numbers. The second breach, in 2024, involved the phone records of nearly 109 million users, further highlighting the scale and seriousness of these incidents.
Settlement Approval and Claims Process
On June 20, 2025, a federal judge granted preliminary approval to the settlement, officially allowing affected consumers to file claims. Compensation amounts will vary depending on which data breach a customer was affected by, with some individuals eligible to receive funds from both incidents.
Deadline to Claim Compensation
Eligible individuals must submit their claims via email using the AT&T Data Incident Settlement Claim Form. The deadline to file a claim is Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Compensation Amounts
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Affected by 2019 breach: $5,000
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Affected by 2024 breach: $2,500
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Affected by both breaches: $7,500
This settlement represents an important opportunity for affected AT&T customers to receive meaningful compensation for the disruption and risks posed by these breaches. Customers are strongly encouraged to submit their claims before the November 18 deadline to ensure they receive the benefits they are entitled to.