Urban One Data Incident Settlement

Urban One — one of the largest Black-owned media companies in the United States, operating more than 60 radio stations, TV networks including TV One, and major digital platforms — was hit by a targeted cyberattack in March 2025. Attackers accessed files containing private information belonging to company employees, customers, and other individuals. A class action settlement has been reached. If you received a data breach notice from Urban One, you may be eligible for a cash payment of up to $500 with no proof required, or up to $10,000 for documented losses, plus three years of free credit monitoring. Urban One denies any wrongdoing. The claim deadline is August 31, 2026.

Do I Qualify?

You qualify if you are a U.S. resident whose private information was potentially compromised in Urban One's March 2025 cyberattack — including everyone who received a data breach notice from Urban One about the incident. Urban One's records identify class members who were mailed or emailed a notice containing a Unique ID and PIN needed to file online. If you received an Urban One data breach notice in 2025 but cannot locate your credentials, contact the settlement administrator through urbanonedataincident.com.

What Happened?

In March 2025, Urban One detected a targeted cyberattack on its computer systems. Forensic investigators confirmed that unauthorized actors accessed certain files containing personal information that could be used to identify, contact, or locate specific individuals. Urban One notified affected individuals and offered initial identity protection resources after the breach. The federal class action lawsuit, Gomian Konneh v. Urban One, Inc., Case No. 25-cv-1460-PX, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. The parties reached a $675,000 settlement to resolve the case without trial. Under the agreement, Urban One also committed to data security improvements to reduce the risk of future incidents.

How to File Your Claim

1. Locate your data breach notice from Urban One (emailed or mailed in 2025) containing your Unique ID and PIN
2. Visit the official settlement website at urbanonedataincident.com
3. Log in with your Unique ID and PIN and complete the online claim form
4. Select your benefit — Option A: documented losses up to $10,000 plus lost time up to 15 hours at $25/hour, OR Option B: alternative cash payment up to $500 with no proof required
5. Also elect the free 3-year CyEx Financial Shield Total credit monitoring — available in addition to whichever cash option you select
6. Submit online by August 31, 2026, or mail a paper claim postmarked by that date

How Much Will I Actually Get?

Option A — up to $10,000 for documented losses plus up to $375 for lost time (15 hours at $25/hour, first 4 hours self-certified). Option B — up to $500 pro rata cash with no proof needed. Actual Option B payment depends on total valid claims and fund balance after fees — may be substantially less than $500. Plus 3 years CyEx Financial Shield Total monitoring for all class members.

Last reviewed: July 1, 2026 | Information verified from court records and official settlement documents.

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