Published
December 30, 2025
Updated
July 25, 2026
The New York Attorney General restitution program offered $14 to certain former New York Times subscribers. The March 3, 2026 claim deadline has passed.
Status
Closed to New Claims
March 3, 2026 deadline passed
Claim Deadline
March 3, 2026
Filing period is closed
Benefit
$14
NY AG Restitution
Proof Required
No
See the proof section below
What is the New York Times Settlement About?
You may be part of a new settlement reached with The New York Times and the New York State Office of the Attorney General over allegations about how NYT handled cancellations for digital and home delivery subscriptions during certain time periods.According to the New York Attorney General, NYT made it unreasonably difficult to cancel subscriptions, especially digital ones. The problems centered on process, not billing errors. The lawsuit alleged that:
• Subscribers could sign up online, but often could not cancel online
• Many customers were forced to call customer service, sometimes during limited hours
• Callers faced long hold times or repeated transfer attempts
• Some people reported being offered repeated retention pitches before cancellation was processed
• In certain cases, billing continued longer than customers expected after they tried to cancel
New York law requires that if a consumer can sign up online, they must also be able to cancel in a simple, comparable way. The AG said New York Time's system did not meet that standard for years. Eligible Subscribers could submit a claim for a one-time $14 restitution payment through March 3, 2026.
What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The settlement describes a $14 payment per Eligible Subscriber, but there is no publicized single total settlement fund amount.How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
To qualify, you generally must have had a New York billing zip code, been directly billed by NYT (not a third party), and cancelled during the applicable period.• Digital subscriptions: cancelled between January 19, 2018 and June 30, 2022.
• Home delivery subscriptions: cancelled between January 19, 2018 and August 9, 2023.
How Much Can I Get Paid?
Each Eligible Subscriber is entitled to a one time payment of $14 in restitution, if they submit a valid claim by the deadline.How Do I File a Claim
Before the deadline, claims could be filed online at the official settlement website using the Claim Number and PIN from the notice.Claims could also be submitted by mail or email. Claims submitted by mail or email were designated to be paid by check.
If you want electronic payment options such as PayPal, Venmo, ACH, or a virtual Mastercard, you will typically need to file online and select your preferred payment method.
What is the Claim Form Deadline?
The claim deadline was March 3, 2026, and has passed.What are the Important Dates?
• Claim deadline: March 3, 2026.
• Payment date: April 3, 2026.
When is the class action settlement payment date?
Payments are scheduled to be made on April 3, 2026.Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
Claims are subject to a verification process. For online filing, you will need the Claim Number and PIN from your notice.What if I Did Not Recieve a Claim Number or PIN?
If you believe you are eligible but do not have a Claim ID, you still have options.You can contact the settlement administrator directly and request help locating your record or getting a paper claim form. The administrator can verify eligibility based on your name, address, and subscription history.
In many AG restitution settlements, the Claim ID mainly helps speed up online filing. It is not always required to prove eligibility if the administrator can confirm your information another way.
Is the Claim Form Still Available?
No. The claim process closed after March 3, 2026. Eligible subscribers could submit a claim online, by mail, or by email through that deadline.How much will Each Class Action Claimant be Paid?
$14 per eligible subscriber, one time, if a valid claim is submitted by March 3, 2026.Free settlement alerts
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Claim Form Website: NewYorkAGSettlement.com
Official Settlement Notice
Sources
• Official Settlement Website: NewYorkAGSettlement.com• Administrator Contact: New York AG Settlement, c/o Analytics Consulting
Filing 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. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not a settlement administrator or a law firm.
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Status
Closed to New Claims
Deadline
March 3, 2026
Passed
Settlement Amount
NY AG Restitution
Benefit
$14
Proof Required
No
Official Website
New York AG Settlement
