Quick Answer: The deadline to file a claim in the $30 million 23andMe data breach settlement is February 17, 2026 — though some customers who received late notice have until March 1, 2026. If you were a 23andMe customer between May and October 2023, you may be eligible for up to $10,000. Here’s how to file.
Time is almost up to claim your share of the 23andMe data breach settlement. The $30 million settlement covers approximately 6.4 million U.S. residents whose personal information was stolen in a cyberattack announced by 23andMe on October 6, 2023.
Key Deadlines
Are You Eligible?
You’re a settlement class member if you:
- Were a 23andMe customer at any time between May 1, 2023 and October 1, 2023
- Resided in the United States during that period
- Received notice from 23andMe that your personal information was compromised
What You Can Claim
- Up to $10,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses from the breach (identity theft costs, credit monitoring, time spent)
- Up to $165 for health information exposure
- Around $100 in state-specific statutory payments
Important: 23andMe (now operating as “Chrome”) has filed for bankruptcy. The settlement administrator says payments won’t be disbursed until the bankruptcy reconciliation process is resolved, which “is likely to take considerable time.” File your claim anyway — it preserves your right to payment.
How to File
- Visit 23andmedatasettlement.com
- Submit your claim form before the deadline
- Include documentation of any losses related to the breach
FAQ
What is the deadline to file a 23andMe settlement claim?
The primary deadline is February 17, 2026. If you first received notice about the settlement on January 5, 2026, your deadline is extended to March 1, 2026. File at 23andmedatasettlement.com.
How much will I get from the 23andMe settlement?
Eligible claimants can receive up to $10,000 for documented losses, up to $165 for health information exposure, or approximately $100 in statutory payments. However, payments are delayed until 23andMe’s bankruptcy process is resolved.
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Should I still file if 23andMe is bankrupt?
Yes. Filing preserves your right to payment if and when the settlement fund is distributed. The $30 million settlement fund was established before the bankruptcy filing, so it should be protected from the general bankruptcy proceedings.
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