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Facebook User Privacy Settlement

Jordan2 — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:28:44 GMT

I got an email stating I haven't claimed my settlement money that is due me. There is a link to click on where you get a virtual gift card. I'm wondering if anyone else got this, is it a scam or on the up and up?

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

Estellee — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:30:57 GMT

I havn't received anything like that, not sure if I would click.

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

Boehm Collector — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:30:59 GMT

@Jordan2 ... I haven't received one but I would think it is a scam. I would not click on the link. Go directly to FaceBook to see if there is any truth to it.

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

San Antonio Gal — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:33:57 GMT

I haven'received any notification and I wouldn't click on that link either @Jordan2 .

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

Still Raining — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:35:55 GMT

Didn't you have to file a claim a few years ago to be part of the settlement?

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

JeanLouiseFinch — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:37:56 GMT

DON'T CLICK ON ANY LINKS.

BLOCK THE SENDER.

DELETE THE EMAIL.

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

Tori3569 — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:00:47 GMT

@Jordan2 wrote:
I got an email stating I haven't claimed my settlement money that is due me. There is a link to click on where you get a virtual gift card. I'm wondering if anyone else got this, is it a scam or on the up and up?

I did and my Venmo was for $42. Go directly to the website. Hopefully yours looks like this. If not, I'm not sure what to tell you. Good luck

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

MorningLover — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:27:44 GMT

Did you file a claim back in 2023?

Deadlines Passed: The final deadline to submit a claim form was August 25, 2023. You cannot sign up for new payments now.

Watch for Scams: If you receive texts or emails asking for administrative fees, Social Security numbers, or personal identification documents, it is a scam. Official administrators will never ask for these details.

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

Jordan2 — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:42:50 GMT

@MorningLover @I did file a claim and believe I got a payment. Do you think this is an additional payment?

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

MorningLover — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:49:05 GMT

Google

Yes, you will get a second round of the Facebook privacy settlement payment if you successfully cashed or deposited your first check.

Second Payment Details

Expected Amount: The second payout is smaller than the first one, usually ranging between $5 and $7.

Timeline: The second wave of payments began rolling out on June 9, 2026, and continued in batches over four weeks.

Notification: You should have received an email notice three to four days before your second payment was issued.

Action Required: No action is needed if you already cashed your first payment. The money comes from uncashed funds left over from the first round.

Important Rules

First Check Required: If you never cashed your original check from 2025, you do not qualify for this second distribution.

New Claims: It is no longer possible to file a new claim or join the settlement.

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

MorningLover — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:05:44 GMT

When an email says Facebook owes you money, the advice is the same - Don't trust the email. Verify it yourself.

Even if an email appears legitimate, don't use its links.

Instead, open your browser and type the official settlement website address yourself.

Re: Facebook User Privacy Settlement

Jordan2 — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:20:09 GMT

If the payment is only $5-$7 it isn't worth it to click on it and it could be a scam.