Did Siri ever activate on your Apple device when you weren’t talking to it? If that happened during a private or confidential conversation, you could be eligible for a cash payment under a $95 million class action settlement with Apple.
A class action lawsuit accused Apple of recording and sharing private conversations through unintended Siri activations on iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, iMacs, HomePods, Apple TVs, and iPod touches — collectively referred to as “Siri Devices.” While Apple denies all allegations and wrongdoing, the company agreed to settle the case to avoid further litigation.
What’s the Lawsuit About?
The case, Lopez et al. v. Apple Inc., alleges that Apple’s Siri voice assistant was sometimes triggered accidentally and recorded sensitive conversations without user consent. Those recordings were allegedly accessed by Apple employees and even shared with third parties, potentially violating consumer protection and privacy laws.
Apple admits no liability and maintains that it did nothing improper or illegal. The court has not decided in favor of either party.
Who’s Included in the Settlement?
You’re considered a Settlement Class Member if:
- Between September 17, 2014 and December 31, 2024,
- You owned or purchased a Siri-enabled Apple device,
- Siri was enabled on the device,
- You experienced an unintended Siri activation,
- And it occurred during a conversation that was intended to be private or confidential,
- While residing in the United States or its territories.
You may file claims for up to five Siri devices per person.
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Requirement |
Details |
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Eligible Devices |
Any Siri-enabled device (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, iMac, HomePod, iPod Touch, Apple TV) |
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Purchase/Use Period |
Between September 17, 2014 and December 31, 2024 |
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Location |
Must have used the device in the United States or its territories |
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Type of Activation |
Experienced an unintended Siri activation during a confidential or private conversation |
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Number of Devices You Can Claim |
Up to five (5) devices |
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Other Exclusions |
Apple employees, affiliates, and judges involved in the case are excluded |
What Will You Receive?
If you qualify and submit a valid claim, you can receive up to $20 per Siri device, with a maximum of $100 per claimant. The final amount may be more or less depending on how many people file valid claims.
All payments will be made on a pro rata basis from the Net Settlement Fund — the remainder of the $95 million fund after legal fees, taxes, and administrative costs.
How to File Your Claim
To get paid, you must submit a valid claim form by July 2, 2025.
Submit your claim here: https://lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com/submit-claim
If you received an email or postcard with a Claim ID and Confirmation Code, you’ll use those during submission.
If not, you can still file a claim as long as you meet the eligibility criteria.
You’ll need to confirm:
- Your contact information,
- That you purchased or owned a Siri Device in the U.S.,
- That Siri was enabled,
- That the device activated unintentionally during a private conversation,
- And that this happened between Sept. 17, 2014, and Dec. 31, 2024.
You may receive your payment by check, e-check, or direct deposit.
What Happens If You File a Claim?
By submitting a claim and receiving a payment, you give up your right to sue Apple over the same issues in the future. If you don’t want to be part of the settlement, you can opt out by July 2, 2025, to retain your right to sue independently.
You can also file an objection to the settlement terms by that date, but if you do nothing, you won’t receive any payment and you’ll lose the right to sue Apple on your own.
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Step |
What to Do |
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Visit Settlement Website |
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Use Claim Code (if received) |
Enter your Claim ID and Confirmation Code (from email or postcard, if you got one) |
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No Code? |
You can still file manually on the website by entering your device info |
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Type of Info Needed |
Number of devices, device types, approximate date of incident |
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Submit Form |
Online before July 2, 2025 |
Key Dates to Remember
- Claim Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Opt-Out/Objection Deadline: July 2, 2025
- Final Approval Hearing: August 1, 2025 (9:00 AM PDT)
Judge Jeffrey S. White of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California will decide whether to approve the settlement.
Questions?
- Call the Settlement Administrator: 1-888-981-4106
- Or visit the official FAQ page: www.LopezVoiceAssistantSettlement.com
If you’ve ever wondered whether Siri was listening in, this is your chance to take action. File your claim today and see if you’re eligible to receive money from this historic settlement.
