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Could You Get Paid for Unintentional Siri Recordings?
Did you know that if you've used a Siri-enabled Apple device between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, you might be entitled to compensation from a $95 million class action settlement? This article explains the Lopez v. Apple Inc. case, how to determine your eligibility, and how to claim up to $100.
Are You Eligible for the Siri Settlement?
The lawsuit, Lopez v. Apple Inc., alleges Apple recorded users through accidental Siri activations and shared these recordings with third-party contractors without consent. To qualify for compensation, all the following must be true:
- You resided in the U.S. or its territories between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024.
- You owned or purchased a Siri-enabled Apple device during that period.
- Siri was enabled on that device.
- Siri accidentally activated at least once during a private or confidential conversation.
- You're prepared to submit a legal declaration (under penalty of perjury) confirming this.
You can claim for up to five devices. Eligible devices include iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, iMacs, Apple TVs, HomePods, and iPod Touches. Note: AirPods are not officially listed.
How Much Could You Receive?
You could receive up to $20 per eligible device, with a maximum of $100 per person. The final payout could be lower depending on the number of claims submitted. Payments won't be issued until after the final court hearing on August 1, 2025.
What You Need to File Your Claim:
Before submitting your claim, gather this information:
- Full name and mailing address
- Email associated with your Apple ID
- Device serial numbers and/or proof of purchase
- A legal attestation that you owned the device during the eligible period, Siri was enabled, and an unintended Siri activation occurred during a private conversation
If you received a postcard or email with a Claim ID and Confirmation Code, use it to expedite the process. The official sender email is [email protected] with the subject line: “Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement.” Check your spam folder!
How to File Your Siri Claim
To file your claim, visit lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com. Click "Submit Claim." If you have a Claim ID and Confirmation Code, enter them. Otherwise, click "New Claim" and manually enter your information. Choose your payment method (direct deposit or check) and submit before the July 2, 2025, deadline.
Reasons Your Claim Might Be Rejected:
- Submitting after the July 2, 2025, deadline
- Failure to provide proof of ownership
- Making a false claim (remember, it's under penalty of perjury)
What the Lawsuit is About:
The lawsuit alleges that Apple's Siri function mistakenly activated and recorded users without their knowledge or consent. Plaintiffs reported seeing ads related to private conversations, suggesting these recordings were used for targeted advertising. While Apple denies wrongdoing, they settled for $95 million and stopped using third-party contractors to review Siri recordings in 2019. All recordings prior to October 2019 were deleted.
Conclusion:
This $95 million settlement offers a chance for compensation if you experienced unintended Siri activations. Don't miss the July 2, 2025, deadline. Gather your information, visit the official website, and file your claim today!
