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AT&T Is Paying Out Its $177 Million Data Breach Settlement. You Might Get a Check Soon

If you filed a claim by Dec. 18, 2025, a check for up to $7,500 could be on its way within the next few months.

AT&T Is Paying Out Its $177 Million Data Breach Settlement. You Might Get a Check Soon

AT&T has finalized a $177 million settlement for its 2019 and 2024 data breaches, affecting over 110 million customers. While the company did not admit to wrongdoing, it agreed to pay restitution to those impacted by the cybersecurity incidents. More than 4.9 million eligible customers filed a claim, and the court is expected to approve the settlement by early 2027, with payout distributions beginning within 60 days.

Those who filed a valid claim and provided documentation of financial losses could receive up to $7,500, while the majority of claimants will receive lower payouts in a tiered distribution system, ranging from $6.50 to $40.

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