How to Claim Your Share of Apple’s $25m Family Plan Settlement

The lawsuit (Walter Peters v. Apple) states that: “Apple has made millions of dollars in fraudulent sales to individuals who Apple told were receiving up to six copies of an App when they were receiving only one.” 

Following this, the filing notes: “As a result of Apple’s deceptive and misleading practices, Plaintiffs and the Class Members were induced to purchase subscription-based Apps for which Apple receives hefty fees, believing that those Apps could be shared with up to six family members—when in fact they were available only to the single user who set up the subscription.” 

Who is Eligible to Apply in the $25m Apple Settlement?

To qualify for a cut of Apple’s settlement, you’ll need to have met three criteria between the dates of June 21, 2015 and January 30, 2019:

1. Was a U.S. resident

2. Was enrolled in Apple Family Sharing with at least one other person 

3. Had purchase a subscription to a third-party app through the App Store

Assuming you tick all these boxes, read on to learn how big a pay out you might receive as well as full details of how to make a claim in the Apple Family Plan lawsuit settlement.

How Much Will the Apple Settlement Actually Pay Out?

It’s also worth knowing that when you bring attorney’s fees into the picture, the $25 million sum instantly gets slashed by 40%. This means the total to be split amongst claimants is more like $15 million, with a maximum payout of $50 per person.

So, if you’re a claimant looking for a huge payday, you may be a little disappointed. But still, holding big tech to account is always a nice alternative.