telecomdatasettlement.com

What is telecomdatasettlement.com

TelecomDataSettlement.com is the official claims-site for a class-action settlement titled In re AT&T Inc. Customer Data Security Breach Litigation, in the United States. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

The case deals with two major data-incident events involving AT&T, Inc.:

• The first “AT&T 1 Data Incident” announced March 30 2024, where a data set was released on the dark web. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

• The second “AT&T 2 Data Incident” announced July 12 2024, involving illegal download of certain data from an AT&T workspace on a third-party cloud platform (hosted by Snowflake, Inc.). (telecomdatasettlement.com)

These incidents triggered lawsuits, which were consolidated and settled (without AT&T admitting liability) in early 2025. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

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Who is eligible & what the classes cover

Eligibility is defined in two Settlement Classes:

1. AT&T 1 Settlement Class – People in the U.S. whose “Data Elements” (such as names, addresses, email addresses, dates of birth, billing account numbers, Social Security numbers) were included in the AT&T 1 incident. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

2. AT&T 2 Settlement Class – AT&T account owners or line or end users in the U.S. whose “AT&T 2 Data Elements” were involved in the AT&T 2 incident. These elements include telephone numbers of current and former AT&T customers, numbers they interacted with, counts of interactions, aggregate call durations, and for a small subset, one or more cell-site identification numbers. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

If a person’s data was involved in both incidents, they are an “Overlap Settlement Class Member.” (telecomdatasettlement.com)

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What the settlement offers

Here are the key details of what eligible persons can claim:

• For the AT&T 1 class: If you had your Social Security Number (SSN) included in the data incident, you qualify for Tier 1 Cash Payment; if you had data elements but not your SSN, you qualify for Tier 2 Cash Payment. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

• Alternatively, for AT&T 1 you may submit a “Documented Loss Cash Payment” of up to $5,000, if you provide documentation that losses occurred (2019 or later) and are fairly traceable to the incident. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

• For the AT&T 2 class: You may submit a “Documented Loss Cash Payment” of up to $2,500 (for losses on or after April 14 2024) upon documentation. Alternatively, you may choose a Tier 3 Cash Payment (pro rata share of available funds). (telecomdatasettlement.com)

• If you are impacted by both incidents (Overlap class), you could claim for both: e.g., up to $5,000 + up to $2,500 = up to $7,500. (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

• The total settlement amount is cited as about $177 million (comprising ~$149 million for the first incident and ~$28 million for the second) though exact amounts for individual claimants will vary. (Top Class Actions)

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Important dates & actions

Here are the key deadlines and required actions:

• You must submit a Claim Form via the settlement website or by mail. (PR Newswire)

• Claim Deadline: Must be submitted online or postmarked by November 18, 2025. (Some sources cite December 18, 2025, but the widely-cited deadline is Nov 18) (telecomdatasettlement.com)

• Opt-out/Exclusion Deadline: If you want to exclude yourself from the settlement (i.e., retain your right to sue separately), you must postmark your exclusion request by October 17, 2025. (PR Newswire)

• Final Approval Hearing: Scheduled for December 3, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time (U.S.). The Court will consider approving the settlement, attorneys’ fees, etc. (FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth)

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Why this matters

Data breaches of this scale are significant. For example:

• The first incident reportedly impacted ~7.6 million current AT&T account holders and ~65.4 million former account holders. (FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth)

• The second incident allegedly compromised call and text record metadata for a large portion of AT&T’s customer base. (New York Post)

Because of the magnitude and the lawsuits triggered, affected individuals have the opportunity to recover something via this settlement — assuming they follow the instructions.

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How to check if you’re eligible & file a claim

Here are the practical steps:

• Visit TelecomDataSettlement.com (the authorized site) to see the full notice and eligibility information. (The site states it is the only authorized website for this case. ) (telecomdatasettlement.com)

• On the site, use your “Class Member ID” (if you received one), or enter your email address, AT&T account number or full name to check if you’re eligible. (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

• Choose the correct class (AT&T 1, AT&T 2 or Overlap).

• Decide whether you claim the Documented Loss option (with proof of losses) or the Tier payment option (if you don’t have documented losses).

• Submit the claim form online, or print and mail it such that it’s postmarked by the deadline.

• Keep copies of everything you submit.

• If you want to exclude yourself from the settlement (i.e., you don’t want to be bound by it and want to keep possibility of suing separately), follow the instructions carefully and submit the opt-out letter by the exclusion deadline.

• If you just do nothing, you typically will give up the right to participate in the settlement benefits and give up the right to sue separately for the claims addressed in this lawsuit. (PR Newswire)

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Caveats & things to watch

• Even if you are eligible, you might not get the full maximum amount (e.g., $5,000 or $2,500) because the exact amount depends on how many valid claims are filed, how many losses are documented, and how the Settlement Fund is ultimately distributed. (Snopes)

• Documentation requirements matter: self-prepared documents (hand-written receipts, personal accountings) may not count by themselves for the “Documented Loss” option. (Top Class Actions)

• The site emphasises it is the “only authorized website for this case.” That means there may be scams or phishing attempts impersonating the settlement. Always verify the URL, phone number, etc. (Snopes)

• If you’re outside the U.S., eligibility may not apply (the classes are for U.S. persons whose data was included).

• The fact that a settlement is approved does not mean AT&T admitted wrongdoing — the public statements note it settled without admission of liability. (telecomdatasettlement.com)

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Summary

In short: If you were a current or former AT&T customer and your data was involved in one or both of the two 2024 data incidents, you might qualify to file a claim via telecomdatasettlement.com. The website provides the official instructions, claim forms, deadlines and details of the settlement. The key deadlines are coming up, and you’ll want to act before they expire.

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FAQ

Q: Is telecomdatasettlement.com legit?
Yes — it is the official claims website for the court-approved settlement of the AT&T data breach case. Fact-checkers have verified it as legitimate. (Snopes)

Q: Who qualifies?
You qualify if you meet either of the two Settlement Class definitions: involvement in AT&T 1 or AT&T 2 incidents (or both). Check the site for specific criteria (e.g., whether your Social Security Number was included, or what “data elements” were exposed).

Q: How much can I receive?
It depends. The maximums: up to $5,000 (for the first incident), up to $2,500 (for the second incident), up to $7,500 if eligible for both. But actual payouts will depend on number of claims, documentation quality and how the Settlement Fund is distributed.

Q: What are the deadlines?
Claim must be submitted online or postmarked by November 18, 2025 (based on most sources). Exclusion/opt-out deadline was October 17, 2025. Final approval hearing is December 3, 2025.

Q: What documentation is required?
For Documented Loss Cash Payments, you must provide documentation that your losses are fairly traceable to the data incident (e.g., bank records, bills, etc.). Tier payments may require less documentation but may be smaller.

Q: What happens if I do nothing?
If you do nothing, you remain in the class (unless you exclude yourself), but you will not receive benefits and you’ll give up the right to sue separately for the claims addressed in the settlement.

Q: What if I’m outside the U.S.?
The classes are defined for U.S. persons whose data was included. If you are outside the U.S., you likely may not be eligible — check the official site or consult a lawyer.

Q: How do I avoid scams?
Only rely on the official site (telecomdatasettlement.com), the official phone number (833-890-4930) listed on the site. Be wary of unsolicited emails asking for payment or additional fees. The settlement administrator will not charge you a fee to claim.