$35M Snapchat Biometric Privacy Class Action Settlement
Snap Inc. has agreed to pay $35 million to settle a class action lawsuit over biometric privacy allegations under Illinois law. If you used Snapchat as an Illinois resident during the eligible period, you may be entitled to a cash payment (pro rata share) — with no proof required to file a claim.
Do I Qualify?
You may be eligible if:
- Illinois residents who used Snapchat between November 17, 2015 and November 16, 2022
- You submit a valid claim before the deadline listed on the official settlement page
No proof is required. You do not need to provide documentation to file a claim.
File your claim on the official settlement website.
File Your Claim →What Happened?
Snapchat was sued under Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act for collecting and storing the facial geometry of Illinois users without obtaining proper consent. Snapchat's various filters and lenses use facial recognition technology to map users' faces — a process that constitutes biometric data collection under Illinois law.
Illinois' BIPA is one of the strictest biometric privacy laws in the country, requiring companies to obtain written consent before collecting biometric data and to establish a publicly available data retention policy. Snapchat agreed to pay $35 million to settle the class action.
How Much Will I Actually Get?
This settlement is limited to Illinois residents who used Snapchat between November 17, 2015 and November 16, 2022. The $35 million fund divided among eligible Illinois Snapchat users means individual payments will vary. No proof is required — just confirm you are an Illinois resident who used the app during the qualifying period.
Last updated: June 12, 2026 | Information verified from court records and official settlement documents.