23andMe customers impacted by the 2023 data breach may claim cash payments, identity protection, and monitoring benefits under a $50M class action settlement.
The 23andMe Data Breach Settlement is a nationwide class action settlement resolving claims that 23andMe, Inc.failed to adequately protect consumers’ highly sensitive personal and genetic information, resulting in a large-scale data breach disclosed in October 2023. The breach allegedly exposed customer data through credential-stuffing attacks, impacting millions of users.
The lawsuit alleged that 23andMe did not implement sufficient cybersecurity safeguards to protect users’ genetic data, ancestry information, personal identifiers, and health-related details. Plaintiffs claimed this exposed consumers to increased risk of identity theft, fraud, and long-term privacy harms.
Without admitting wrongdoing, 23andMe agreed to a $50 million settlement fund to compensate eligible U.S. customers whose information was compromised. The settlement provides cash payments, extraordinary loss reimbursements, and free identity theft and genetic data monitoring services.
Eligible class members may file claims for:
Cash payments are distributed on a pro-rata basis, meaning final payout amounts depend on the number of valid claims submitted. Class members who experienced documented identity theft or fraud may qualify for higher payments.
This settlement is particularly relevant for consumers searching for 23andMe settlement updates, genetic data breach payouts, privacy class action settlements, and identity theft compensation.
After a genetic data breach, many consumers take additional steps to protect their identity and personal information. The following products are commonly used by individuals affected by data breaches:
Who is eligible for the 23andMe settlement?
U.S. residents who were 23andMe customers and whose information was impacted by the 2023 data breach may be eligible.
Do I need proof to file a claim?
No proof is required for basic cash claims, but documentation is required for extraordinary loss claims.
How much money will I receive?
Cash payments are pro-rata. Estimated payments range from $50 to $165, with up to $10,000 available for extraordinary losses.
How will I get paid?
Payments may be issued via electronic payment or mailed check, depending on your selection.
What happens if I do nothing?
You may still receive identity protection services, but you will not receive cash compensation.
You are eligible to participate if all of the following apply:
$50 - $10.0k
February 17, 2026
31 days left
$50 million
By clicking "Submit Claim Now", you will be directed to the official settlement website to file your claim directly with the settlement administrator.