Back in February, The GrayVine broke the news about Apple’s proposed $95 million settlement over claims that its voice assistant, Siri, had been listening in on users’ conversations without permission.

Now, the case is moving forward, and you can officially file a claim if you qualify.

If you’ve ever owned an Apple device that uses Siri—and experienced random activations—you could be owed up to $100 in compensation.



What’s the Siri Lawsuit All About?
Back in 2021, a group of Apple users filed a lawsuit (Lopez v. Apple) in California federal court, claiming that their Apple devices were secretly recording private conversations—even when they hadn’t intentionally activated Siri.

The heart of the complaint was that these accidental recordings were sometimes shared with third parties, including advertisers, who could use the information to target users with ads.

The lawsuit cited reports (including a 2019 exposé by The Guardian) that Apple contractors had access to snippets of users’ conversations, some of which included sensitive or confidential information.

While Apple has denied any wrongdoing, they’ve agreed to a $95 million settlement to resolve the claims.



Am I Eligible for a Payout?
Chances are, yes! The eligibility requirements are surprisingly broad.

If you’ve owned or purchased any Siri-enabled Apple device between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, you may qualify—especially if you’ve ever noticed Siri “waking up” unexpectedly during a private conversation.

Eligible devices include:

• iPhones (all models with Siri)
• iPads
• Apple Watches
• MacBooks and iMacs
• Apple TV streaming boxes
• HomePod speakers
• iPod Touches

If you’ve ever had Siri pop up uninvited, or you’ve seen oddly specific ads after talking about something near your device, you’re exactly the kind of user this settlement is meant to help.



How Much Money Could I Get?

• Up to $20 per device (with a maximum of five devices per person, or $100 total)
• The actual amount may be less, depending on how many people file claims.
• Payments will be distributed after the final court hearing (scheduled for August 1, 2025), assuming there are no appeals.

How Do I File a Claim?
1. Visit the Official Settlement Website: Go to the Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement website. Always double-check you’re on the official site to avoid scams.

2. Submit Your Claim:

• If you received an email or postcard with a claim ID and confirmation code, use those to file.
• If not, you can still file online by providing your information and swearing under oath that you experienced an unintended Siri activation during a private conversation.

3. Deadline:

• All claims must be submitted by July 2, 2025.

4. Track Your Payment:

• Updates on payment timing will be posted on the settlement website after the final hearing.

Tips to Protect Your Privacy Going Forward
Even if you claim your settlement, it’s wise to take a few extra steps to keep your conversations private:

• Review Siri Settings: Go to Settings > Siri & Search, and adjust when Siri is allowed to listen.
• Disable “Hey Siri” When Not Needed: If you rarely use voice commands, consider turning off “Hey Siri” to prevent accidental activations.
• Delete Siri History: You can erase your Siri and dictation history in your device settings.

Have you ever noticed your Apple device “listening” when you didn’t ask it to? Did you ever get an ad that was a little too on the nose? Share your stories, questions, or privacy tips in the comments below!