Forbes VPPA Privacy Settlement
Forbes VPPA privacy claims for subscribers who watched videos in the United States
Description
Forbes Media agreed to a proposed $7.5 million settlement resolving claims it shared subscribers’ video-viewing data with Facebook via the tracking pixel, allegedly violating the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA). U.S. Forbes online or mobile accountholders and/or newsletter subscribers who had a Facebook account and watched a video on forbes.com during the class period can claim a cash payment up to $15 (pro rata). Eligibility, claim review, payment timing, and any payment amount are determined by the settlement administrator, court-approved terms, or applicable refund program. Payout does not administer the settlement, determine eligibility, or guarantee payment.
Who qualifies
- U.S. Forbes online or mobile app accountholder and/or newsletter subscriber
- Had an active Facebook account
- Accessed/viewed a video on forbes.com from the same device & browser used for Facebook
- Class period: 2020-07-25 to 2022-12-01
- Submit claim by 2025-11-04
Payout is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Settlement information is for general informational purposes only. Eligibility, legal representation, and any payment amount are determined by the settlement administrator, court, or participating law firm and are not guaranteed.