Published
August 8, 2024
Updated
July 26, 2026
The court granted final approval October 24, 2024. Check payments were mailed August 8, 2025, and digital payments were completed August 13, 2025.
Current Status
The court granted final approval October 24, 2024. Check payments were mailed August 8, 2025, and digital payments were completed August 13, 2025.StatusPayments CompletedSee the current-status update above.
Claim DeadlineSeptember 20, 2024New claims are no longer accepted.
Settlement Fund$40 millionApproved deductions and allocation terms may apply.
Potential BenefitPro rata cash paymentEligibility and payment terms apply.
What Happened?
The lawsuit alleged that Bumble and Badoo violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act in connection with user photographs. The companies denied the allegations and wrongdoing.Free settlement alerts
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Who Was Covered?
The settlement covered qualifying people who used Bumble or Badoo while residing in or located in Illinois from November 1, 2016 through December 31, 2021.What Benefits Were Available?
Approved claimants received a pro rata share of the net settlement fund after court-approved deductions.Claims and Payment Information
New claims are closed. People who submitted valid claims should rely on the official site and claim-specific notices for any remaining payment or reissue information.Official information is available at Bumble and Badoo BIPA Settlement.
Important Dates
• Claim deadline: September 20, 2024• Final approval: October 24, 2024
• Digital payments completed: August 13, 2025
Settlement Fund and Legal Fees
Administration, legal fees, expenses, benefit payments, and other approved deductions are governed by the official documents and orders and can affect individual benefits.Case Information
Bumble and Badoo Biometric Privacy Litigation2021-L-307
Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois.
Sources
• Official program or court information: Bumble and Badoo BIPA SettlementFor more class actions keep scrolling below.
Settlement Fund
$40 million
Case Title
Bumble and Badoo Biometric Privacy Litigation
Case Number
2021-L-307
Court
Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois
Claim Deadline
September 20, 2024
Status
Payments Completed
Official Website
Bumble and Badoo BIPA Settlement
