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Google Settles $135 Million Data Privacy Lawsuit Over User Consent

4/9/2026

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Google Settles Data Class-Action

Google LLC reached a $135 million settlement in the class action Taylor v. Google LLC over Android data transmissions without user consent since 2017.
The lawsuit alleges data was sent even when devices were idle.
Eligible U.S. users can check their status on the newly launched settlement website.
A final approval hearing is set for June 23, 2026.
Google will update its terms to clarify background data usage.

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Google Settles Data Class-Action

Google LLC reached a $135 million settlement in the class action Taylor v. Google LLC over Android data transmissions without user consent since 2017.
The lawsuit alleges data was sent even when devices were idle.
Eligible U.S. users can check their status on the newly launched settlement website.
A final approval hearing is set for June 23, 2026.
Google will update its terms to clarify background data usage.