$177 Million AT&T Data Breach Settlement: Final Deadline to Claim Your Payment

Current and former AT&T customers have a critical opportunity to file a claim for a share of a $177 million class-action settlement. This fund is designated to compensate individuals affected by two separate, major data breaches that compromised personal and phone record information.

While AT&T denies any wrongdoing, the settlement was reached to resolve multiple lawsuits and avoid further expensive legal battles. If your data was exposed, you must act before the strict deadline of December 18, 2025.

The Two Breaches Explained: What Data Was Exposed?

The settlement is divided into two separate classes based on the nature of the data compromised and the timeline of the security incident.

Breach 1: The 2019 Data Leak (AT&T 1 Class)

• When it happened: The data was leaked online in 2019, but was not fully disclosed by AT&T until March 2024.
• Who Was Affected: Approximately 73 million current and former customers.
• Data Compromised: This was the most sensitive data exposure, including:
  • Names and Addresses
  • Dates of Birth
  • Account Passcodes
  • Billing Account Numbers
  • Social Security Numbers (for a subset of victims)

Breach 2: The Snowflake Incident (AT&T 2 Class)

• When It Happened: Data was illegally downloaded from AT&T's third-party cloud platform, Snowflake, between 2022 and 2023, and disclosed in July 2024.
• Who Was Affected: Nearly all AT&T cellular customers (estimated over 100 million).
• Data Compromised: This incident exposed customer metadata (records about communications):
  • Telephone Numbers
  • Counts of Calls and Texts
  • Call Durations
  • Cell Site IDs (used to approximate location)

Understanding Your Payout Potential: Up to $7,500

The amount you can receive varies significantly based on your ability to document losses.

• Documented Losses: If you suffered financial harm—such as identity theft costs, unreimbursed credit monitoring fees, or documented out-of-pocket expenses—you can claim:
  • Up to $5,000 for losses tied to the 2019 Breach.
  • Up to $2,500 for losses tied to the 2024 Breach (incurred on or after April 14, 2024).
  • Customers affected by both can claim a potential combined maximum of $7,500.
• Undocumented Losses: If you have no proof of financial loss, you are still eligible for a payment. This will be a smaller, prorated cash payment drawn from the remaining settlement fund after fees and documented claims are paid. For the 2019 breach, those whose Social Security numbers were exposed will receive a higher "Tier 1" payment.

How to File Your Claim Before the December 18, 2025, Deadline

Filing a claim is a straightforward online process managed by Kroll Settlement Administration.

1. Locate Your Notice: Look for an email from attsettlement@e.emailksa.com or a postcard containing your unique Class Member ID.
2. Access the Claim Portal: Visit the official website: www.telecomdatasettlement.com. Click the "Submit Claim" button.
3. Complete the Form: Use your Class Member ID, AT&T account number, email address, or full name to access the claim form. You will be asked to upload supporting documentation only if you are claiming specific financial losses.
4. Choose Payment: Select either direct deposit or check for your payout.
5. Submit: Ensure your online claim is submitted, or your mailed claim is postmarked, by December 18, 2025.

If you did not receive a notice but believe you are eligible, you can call the settlement administrator at (833) 890-4930 to inquire about your status.

Q&A

1. Who is eligible to file a claim?

A: Former and current AT&T customers affected by either of the two data incidents are eligible. This includes the "AT&T 1" class (affected by the 2019 breach of names and Social Security numbers) and the "AT&T 2" class (affected by the 2022–2023 leak of call and text records from the Snowflake platform). If your records were compromised in either incident, you should file a claim.

2. How much money can I receive from the settlement?

A: The payment amount varies based on documented loss and breach class:

• Breach 1 (2019 Leak): Up to $5,000 for documented losses. Those without proof will receive a prorated share; a higher amount is paid if your Social Security number was exposed.
• Breach 2 (Snowflake): Up to $2,500 for documented losses incurred on or after April 14, 2024. Those without documentation receive a prorated share.
• Combined Claim: You can claim for both if affected by both incidents, with a potential maximum total payout of $7,500.

3. How do I file a claim?

A: Filing is done online at www.telecomdatasettlement.com.

1. Obtain your Class Member ID (sent via email or mail notice). If you don't have it, you can use your name, email, or account number.
2. Visit the official website and click "Submit Claim."
3. Fill out the form, including documentation for any specific financial losses.
4. Choose your payment method (direct deposit or check).

4. What is the deadline to file a claim?

A: The final deadline to submit a claim online or have a claim postmarked by mail is December 18, 2025.

5. When can I expect to receive my payment?

A: Payments will not begin immediately. They will only be processed after the court grants final approval of the settlement (hearing scheduled for January 15, 2026) and after all potential appeals have been resolved. Payouts are currently expected in 2026.