Data Breach 55 days left to file

Equifax Data Breach Settlement (Extended)

vs. Equifax Inc.

Extended filing window for the $425 million Equifax settlement over the 2017 data breach that exposed personal data of 147 million Americans including Social Security numbers.

Filing Deadline

May 15, 2026

55 days remaining

Estimated Payout

$125 — $20,000

$425M total fund

Proof Required

Easy to file

Who's Eligible?

Approximately 147 million U.S. consumers whose personal information was compromised in the 2017 Equifax data breach.

Check the settlement website to see if your information was affected
All affected consumers can claim free credit monitoring (4 years of monitoring)
Cash alternative payment available for those with existing monitoring
Additional compensation for documented time and expenses

Settlement Details

The 2017 Equifax data breach was one of the largest in history, exposing the sensitive personal information of approximately 147 million Americans. The breach compromised names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, and in some cases, driver's license numbers and credit card numbers.

The settlement fund provides free credit monitoring services and cash payments for those who experienced identity theft or spent time dealing with the breach.

Case Information

Case Number	1:17-md-2800-TWT
Court	U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Settlement Administrator	JND Legal Administration
Status	open

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