Guide on Filing a Share of the $4.5 Million Class Action Lawsuit Settlement against GameStop
GameStop Announces $4.5 Million Settlement for Data Privacy Breach
GameStop has agreed to a $4.5 million settlement in a class action lawsuit over allegations that the company shared customer purchase data with Facebook without permission. The settlement is open to anyone who purchased a video game from GameStop's website between August 18, 2020, and April 7, 2025, and had a public Facebook profile with their name at the time of purchase.
The settlement, approved by a court, is expected to provide eligible customers with either a cash payment of up to $5 or a voucher for the GameStop website worth up to $10. However, GameStop has not admitted any wrongdoing but has agreed to the settlement to avoid trial costs and risks.
Eligible claimants must file a claim by August 15, 2022. To do so, customers should check their email inbox for a notification from GameStop or the settlement administrator regarding the class action. Following the instructions provided, customers can submit their claim either online or by mailing a claim form.
If you did not receive an email but believe you qualify, check the official settlement website or contact the settlement administrator for claim submission options. It's important to note that the deadline is firm, and timely action is crucial.
The settlement does not affect the privacy policies of either GameStop or Facebook. It's unclear how many people are expected to be eligible for the settlement. The settlement agreement is open for participation for those who meet the specified criteria.
It's worth mentioning that the settlement is not a class action lawsuit against Facebook. The lawsuit alleges that GameStop violated the Video Privacy Protection Act, but the settlement does not involve any changes to the Act.
If the court approves the settlement, eligible customers can expect their payments 45 days after the settlement receives final approval or the appeals process is complete. For more information, visit the official settlement website or contact the settlement administrator.
[1] GameStop Settlement Information: https://www.gamestopsettlement.com/ [2] GameStop Class Action Lawsuit: https://www.gamestopclassactionlawsuit.com/ [3] GameStop Settlement Deadline: https://www.gamestopsettlementdeadline.com/
- While attempting to resolve a data privacy breach issue, GameStop also faces allegations of sharing business data with technology companies, specifically Facebook.
- The financial implications of this class action lawsuit could potentially impact GameStop's relationship with various technology companies, affecting both its short-term and long-term financial strategies.
