T-Mobile customers impacted by the 2021 data breach are receiving payouts from a $350 million settlement. The settlement, which stemmed from a class-action lawsuit, was reached to compensate customers for the exposure of personal data during the breach.
Payouts are being distributed to those who filed valid claims before the deadline, with typical amounts ranging from $25 to $100, but some may be eligible for up to $25,000 for proven financial harm. The breach, one of the largest in telecommunications history, affected almost 76 million current and former customers.
đź“… Timeline & Current Status
Final court approval was granted on June 29, 2023.
Payouts were initially expected in April 2025, then delayed to May, and finally began in June 2025.
As of May 30, 2025, distribution to valid claimants is underway and will continue over the coming weeks.
Standard claimants: $25 (or $100 in CA).
With documented losses: Up to $25,000.
Payments began in June 2025 and may take a few more weeks to fully deliver.
đź’° Payout Details
1. Standard Cash Payouts (no documented losses)
$25 for most claimants.
If you were a California resident as of August 1, 2021, you’re eligible for $100 instead.
2. Enhanced Payouts (with documentation)
Up to $25,000 for claimants who submitted proof of out‑of‑pocket losses or identity theft resulting from the breach.
Reimbursements include:
Actual expenses (credit monitoring, fraud prevention, legal/professional fees).
Time spent remedying issues—at $25/hour up to 15 hours, or actual hourly wage.
🚀 What’s Happening Now:
Payments are being sent electronically (PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, ACH) or by check, based on your selected method.
Expect arrival in “waves”—digital payments first, paper checks may take longer.
âś… What You Should Do
Check your email (including spam) for notification from Kroll, the settlement administrator.
Verify payment details on the official site or via phone (1‑833‑512‑2314).
Monitor your bank, PayPal, Venmo, or check mail over the next few weeks if eligible.
Enroll in the included identity protection services (2 years via McAfee/Pango).
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