Apple Reaches $95 Million Settlement in Siri Privacy Lawsuit
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that its Siri voice assistant recorded private conversations without user intent. The case, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, applies to owners or purchasers of Siri-enabled devices in the United States and its territories between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024.
If you qualify, you may have already received an email with the subject line:
From: Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement Administrator <[email protected]>
Subject: Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement
That message is legitimate and could lead to compensation—if you act before the deadline.
What’s the Case About?
The lawsuit claims that Siri sometimes activated unintentionally, capturing and possibly transmitting private conversations to Apple or third parties. These interactions were never intended to be recorded. The case alleges that this resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive communications.
Apple has denied all wrongdoing. It asserts that Siri operates as intended and that it has not shared recordings improperly. The settlement does not reflect an admission of fault.
Instead, the company has agreed to resolve the claims and avoid further litigation through this monetary settlement.
Who Can File a Claim?
You may be eligible if you:
Owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device during the covered period
Had Siri turned on
Experienced at least one unintended activation during a conversation you expected to be private
Lived in the United States or its territories at the time
Qualifying devices include iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, iMacs, HomePods, iPod touches, and Apple TVs.
How Much Is the Payment?
Eligible users may submit claims for up to five Siri devices. Each device may result in a payment of up to $20, depending on how many valid claims are received.
For instance, if someone submits valid claims for five devices, they could receive up to $100. The actual amount may be lower and will adjust based on the number of claims filed.
Where and How to Submit a Claim
Claims must be submitted no later than July 2, 2025. You can file online or by mail:
Visit: www.LopezVoiceAssistantSettlement.com
Choose direct deposit, e-check, or mailed check for payment
If you received an email or postcard with a Claimant Identification Code and Confirmation Code, use them when submitting
If you didn’t receive a code, you can still file a claim by following the site’s instructions
What Happens If You Do Nothing?
If you do not submit a claim or opt out by July 2, 2025, you will not receive a payment. You’ll also give up the right to sue Apple separately over this matter.
You may also object to the settlement terms—including the amount awarded to attorneys or class representatives—by filing your objection with the court by the same deadline.
Final Hearing Scheduled
The court will hold a Final Approval Hearing on August 1, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the federal courthouse in Oakland, California:
Location:
United States District Court
Northern District of California
1301 Clay Street, Courtroom 5 – 2nd Floor
Oakland, CA 94612
You do not need to attend unless you want to object in person.
Where to Get More Information
The official settlement website has everything you need:
Full settlement documents
Claim Form
FAQs
Court filing schedule
Visit LopezVoiceAssistantSettlement.com or contact:
Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 6609
614 Cranbury Rd
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Phone: 1-888-981-4106
Email: [email protected]
Court filings are also accessible through the PACER system at https://ecf.cand.uscourts.gov.
Act Before the Deadline
If Siri ever picked up more than it should have—and you owned one of the eligible devices—you may be entitled to a portion of Apple’s $95 million settlement. That email you received could be your key to compensation.
Submit your claim by July 2, 2025, to ensure you receive your share. It’s a straightforward process that could put cash in your hands for something as simple as an unwanted “Hey Siri.”
