Apple has agreed to pay a $95 million settlement in a privacy lawsuit related to its voice assistant, Siri, following allegations that the assistant unintentionally activated and recorded private conversations without users’ consent.
The Siri privacy lawsuit, originally filed in 2019, accused Apple of violating user privacy by sharing recordings that contained personal, medical, and confidential information with third-party contractors for various purposes. One plaintiff claimed that after discussing general topics, they began receiving targeted advertisements related to those brands. Another reported seeing ads for medical treatments following private doctor conversations.
Apple has denied any wrongdoing but opted to settle the case to avoid extended legal proceedings. The company emphasized that Siri was designed with privacy in mind, assuring users that their data was never sold or shared for marketing.
Compensation for Eligible Users
Users of Apple devices with Siri activated between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2022, who noticed unusual activity linked to their private conversations may be eligible for compensation.
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Eligible users can claim $100 per person, with a maximum payout of $20 per device, covering up to five devices. The devices included in the settlement are:
- iPhone
- iPad
- MacBook
- Apple Watch
- HomePod
- iPod Touch
- Apple TV
How to File a Claim
Users wishing to file a claim can do so via the official settlement website before July 2, 2025. Claimants who receive an email titled “Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement” can use their claim ID to expedite the process. Those who don’t receive an email can still submit a manual claim.
The final court hearing for settlement approval is scheduled for August 1, 2025. If no appeals arise, payments will be processed promptly.
