What is the March 19, 2026 deadline for the AARP settlement?

March 19, 2026 is the deadline to update your mailing address and select your payment method (PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, ACH, or check) for the AARP settlement. This applies to class members who already filed a claim. If you do not update your information by this date, your payment may be sent to an outdated address or via the default method.

Was the AARP settlement approved?

The final approval hearing was held on February 10, 2026. The settlement administrator is now processing payments and has opened an address update and payment election portal for claimants, indicating the settlement is moving forward toward distribution.

How much will I get from the AARP settlement?

Class Counsel estimated payouts between $47 and $237 per eligible claimant. The exact amount depends on the total number of valid claims filed. Payments will be made via PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, ACH, or physical check.

How do I update my address for the AARP settlement payment?

Visit AARPSettlement.com and log in with the Unique ID and PIN from your original notice. From there you can update your mailing address and select your preferred payment method. The deadline to update is March 19, 2026.

Who qualifies for the AARP settlement?

All persons who, between September 27, 2020 and September 12, 2025, requested or obtained video content on AARP.org while in the United States and at a time when they had a Facebook account and also were an AARP member or a registered user of AARP.org.

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Q: Can I still file a claim for the AARP settlement?

The claim filing deadline was December 31, 2025. If you did not file by that date, you likely cannot file a new claim. However, you should check AARPSettlement.com or contact the administrator at (833) 417-4887 to confirm whether any late claims process is available.

Q: What was the AARP lawsuit about?

Plaintiffs alleged AARP violated the Video Privacy Protection Act by using the Meta Pixel to transmit AARP members' identities and video-viewing activity on AARP.org to Meta (Facebook) without lawful consent. AARP denied all allegations.

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Settlement Amount: $12,500,000

Status: Approved — Payments Being Processed

Address & Payment Update Deadline: March 19, 2026

Estimated Payout: $47 – $237 per person

March 2026 Update — Payments Are Coming

If you already filed a claim in the AARP video privacy settlement, your payment is on the way — but you need to make sure your information is up to date. The settlement administrator has opened a portal for claimants to update their mailing address and select their preferred payment method. You must complete this by March 19, 2026.

To update your information, visit AARPSettlement.com and log in with the Unique ID and PIN that were printed on the notice originally sent to you. From there you can confirm or change your mailing address and choose how you want to receive your payment — options include PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, ACH direct deposit, or a physical check.

If you lost your Unique ID and PIN, contact the settlement administrator at info@AARPSettlement.com or call (833) 417-4887 to request them. You may be asked to verify your identity by providing documentation such as the email address associated with your AARP account or your browsing history showing video access on AARP.org during the class period.

If you do not update your address and payment selection by March 19, 2026, your payment may be sent to an outdated address or via the default payment method. Do not miss this deadline.

What Is This Settlement About?

This settlement resolves a class action lawsuit alleging that AARP violated the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA) by using a tool called the Meta Pixel to transmit AARP members' identities and video-viewing activity on AARP.org to Meta Platforms Inc. (the owner of Facebook) without obtaining lawful consent. AARP denied all allegations and says it did nothing improper. The court did not decide who was right. The parties agreed to settle for $12.5 million.

Who Qualifies?

You qualify if, between September 27, 2020 and September 12, 2025, you requested or obtained video content on AARP.org while in the United States, you had a Facebook account at that time, and you were either an AARP member or a registered user of AARP.org.

How Much Will I Get?

Payouts are a pro rata share of the net settlement fund after court-approved deductions for administration costs, attorney fees (up to 30%), litigation costs, and service awards (up to $10,000 each for three class representatives). Based on claims rates in similar cases, Class Counsel estimated a range of $47 to $237 per eligible claimant. The actual amount depends on the total number of valid claims and may be higher or lower.

Payments will be distributed via PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, ACH, or physical check — whichever method you select through the settlement website by March 19, 2026.

Can I Still File a Claim?

The claim filing deadline was December 31, 2025 and has passed. If you did not file by that date, you likely cannot file a new claim. However, you should check AARPSettlement.com or contact the administrator at (833) 417-4887 to confirm whether any late claims process is available.

Key Dates

Claim Deadline: December 31, 2025 (passed)
Opt-Out Deadline: December 31, 2025 (passed)
Objection Deadline: December 31, 2025 (passed)
Final Approval Hearing: February 10, 2026 (completed)
Address & Payment Update Deadline: March 19, 2026
Class Period: September 27, 2020 – September 12, 2025

Case Overview

Plaintiffs alleged AARP disclosed identities and video-viewing activity from AARP.org to Meta through the Meta Pixel without proper consent, in violation of the Video Privacy Protection Act. AARP denied all wrongdoing. The parties agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of continued litigation. The case is Markels et al. v. AARP, Case No. 4:22-cv-05499-YGR, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, before Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers.

How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?

Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:

Settlement Website: AARPSettlement.com

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Official Settlement Notice

Sources

• Official Settlement Website: www.AARPSettlement.com
• U.S. District Court, N.D. Cal., Markels et al. v. AARP, Case No. 4:22-cv-05499-YGR

Filing Class Action Settlement Claims

Please submit only truthful information. False claims can be rejected and may carry penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the administrator at (833) 417-4887. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not a settlement administrator or a law firm.

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AARP Video Privacy Settlement Summary
Status	Approved — Payments Being Processed
Address/Payment Deadline	March 19, 2026
Claim Deadline	December 31, 2025 (passed)
Settlement Amount	$12,500,000
Estimated Per Person	$47 – $237
Payment Methods	PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, ACH, or check
Case	Markels v. AARP, No. 4:22-cv-05499-YGR (N.D. Cal.)
Final Approval Hearing	Feb 10, 2026 (completed)
Website	AARPSettlement.com