Who qualifies for the $60.5 million Tinder age discrimination settlement?

People who purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California at any time on or after March 2, 2015 when they were over the age of 29, or at any time on or after March 2, 2016 when they were over the age of 28. The class includes approximately 268,000 California Tinder users. If you received a notice via email, text, or postcard from the Settlement Administrator, Tinder's records indicate you are a class member.

How much money will I get from the Tinder settlement?

Class members share the net settlement fund on a per capita and pro rata basis. 70 percent of the net fund is distributed per capita (equal share) to all Unruh Civil Rights Act class members; 30 percent is distributed pro rata based on the amount each member paid Tinder during the class period (Unfair Competition Law restitution). Before distribution, the Court may approve deductions for attorneys' fees (up to one third, approximately $20.6 million plus accrued interest), litigation costs (up to $300,000), notice and administration costs (up to $350,000), and a $20,000 service award.

Do I need to file a claim for the Tinder settlement?

No. The Tinder settlement requires no claim form. If Tinder's records identify you as a class member you will automatically be paid. You only need to act if you want to choose how you are paid: visit the official settlement website to elect PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH direct deposit, or a mailed check by August 18, 2026. If you do nothing, the Settlement Administrator will attempt to pay you electronically (PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle) using the contact information in Tinder's records.

What is the deadline to choose a payment method for the Tinder settlement?

The payment method election deadline is Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The opt-out and objection deadlines were April 8, 2026, and the Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for June 4, 2026 in the Los Angeles County Superior Court (rescheduled from May 20, 2026). Distribution begins after the Court grants final approval and any appeal period passes.

Can I opt out of the Tinder settlement?

The opt-out deadline was April 8, 2026 and has passed. Class members who timely opted out preserved the right to bring their own claim against Tinder for the same conduct but receive no settlement payment. Class members who did not opt out remain in the Class, will be bound by the release, and will share in the settlement fund. The procedural details for opting out, including the address for written exclusion requests, were set out in the official Long-Form Notice on the settlement website.

When will I get my payment from the Tinder settlement?

Payment timing depends on the Court's final approval and any appeals. The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for June 4, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Los Angeles County Superior Court (rescheduled from May 20, 2026). If final approval is granted and no appeal is filed, distribution typically begins several months after the appeal period expires (often 30 to 60 days after final approval becomes final). If appeals are filed, distribution can be delayed by 12 to 36 months or more.

What happens if I do nothing about the Tinder settlement?

If you do nothing, you remain a class member and will be bound by the release of claims, meaning you give up the right to sue Tinder for the conduct covered by this settlement. You will still receive your share of the net settlement fund: the Settlement Administrator will attempt to pay you electronically (PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle) using the contact information Tinder has on file for you. Electing your own payment method on the settlement website is recommended to make sure your payment reaches you.

Tinder $60.5M Age Discrimination Class Action Settlement

Q: What was the Tinder age discrimination lawsuit about?

Plaintiff Allan Candelore filed the lawsuit in May 2015 in Los Angeles Superior Court. The complaint alleged that Tinder charged users over the age of 30 approximately $19.99 per month for Tinder Plus, while users under 30 paid only $9.99 or $14.99 per month for the same premium subscription features. The lawsuit claimed this age-based pricing violated California's Unruh Civil Rights Act and the Unfair Competition Law. Tinder denies any wrongdoing and asserts its pricing was lawful.

Q: How will I get paid from the Tinder settlement?

Class members elect their preferred payment method on the official settlement website. Options are PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH direct deposit, or a check by U.S. mail. If you do not elect a method by August 18, 2026, the Settlement Administrator will attempt to pay you electronically (PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle) using the contact information Tinder has on file for you. Electing your preferred method ensures payment reaches you faster and reduces the chance of failed delivery.

Q: What if I didn't receive a notice but I think I'm a class member?

If you believe you are a class member but did not receive a direct notice by email, text, or postcard, you can complete and submit a Verification Form on the official settlement website by August 18, 2026. The Settlement Administrator will verify your purchases against Tinder's records.

By Steve Levine

Tinder Plus and Tinder Gold age discrimination class action settlement California Candelore v Tinder $60.5 million

Published: February 24, 2026

Status Open — Choose Payment Method

Payment Method Deadline August 18, 2026 opt-out / objection deadline was April 8, 2026 · final approval hearing June 4, 2026

Settlement Fund $60,500,000 (Per Capita + Pro Rata) ~268,000 California class members · 70% per capita (Unruh) + 30% pro rata (UCL restitution) of net fund

Proof Required None — Automatic Distribution Verita-style admin uses Tinder records · class members elect PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or check on the settlement website

What Is the Tinder Age Discrimination Class Action Settlement About?

Did you pay for Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California when you were over the age of 29 (on or after March 2, 2015) or over the age of 28 (on or after March 2, 2016)? You may share in a $60.5 million class action settlement over Tinder's age-based subscription pricing — with no claim form required. You only need to elect your preferred payment method (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH direct deposit, or a mailed check) on the official settlement website by August 18, 2026.

The Tinder age discrimination class action lawsuit, captioned Candelore v. Tinder, Inc., Case No. BC583162, is pending in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, before the Hon. Laura A. Seigle. Named plaintiff Allan Candelore alleges that Tinder charged older California subscribers more than younger California subscribers for the same premium features of Tinder Plus and Tinder Gold, in violation of California's Unruh Civil Rights Act and Unfair Competition Law.

Tinder denies any wrongdoing and asserts that its age-based pricing was lawful, but agreed at mediation on September 10, 2025 to a $60.5 million non-reversionary settlement to resolve the case. The Court granted preliminary approval on January 13, 2026 and the Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for June 4, 2026 (rescheduled from May 20, 2026). The official Settlement Website is at tindercalclassaction.com.

"Tinder is accused of charging California users over 30 years old $19.99 per month for Tinder Plus, while users under 30 paid only $9.99 or $14.99 per month for the same premium features — an alleged violation of California's Unruh Civil Rights Act."

Who Qualifies for the Tinder Age Discrimination Settlement?

You qualify as a class member if both of the following are true:

• You purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California, and
• You were over the age of 29 at the time of purchase on or after March 2, 2015, OR you were over the age of 28 at the time of purchase on or after March 2, 2016.

The class includes approximately 268,000 California Tinder subscribers. If you received a direct notice from the Settlement Administrator by email, text, or postcard, Tinder's records indicate you are a class member. The settlement covers California purchases only — purchases made by residents of other states are not eligible under this settlement.

What Was the Alleged Age-Based Pricing? The Pricing Comparison

The lawsuit alleged that Tinder marketed Tinder Plus and Tinder Gold to California users with the same premium features for every customer, but charged different monthly prices solely based on the customer's age.

Age Tier	Alleged Monthly Price for Tinder Plus	Identical Premium Features?
Under 30 years old	$9.99 or $14.99 / month	Yes
30 years old or older	$19.99 / month	Yes

The Unruh Civil Rights Act (Cal. Civ. Code § 51) prohibits arbitrary age-based discrimination in business establishments. The Unfair Competition Law (Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200) prohibits unlawful, unfair, or fraudulent business practices and authorizes restitution. The complaint argues that charging older subscribers approximately twice the monthly rate for the same features violated both statutes. Tinder denies the allegations and asserts its pricing was permissible.

30-Second Self-Test: Do I Qualify for the Tinder Settlement?

Answer yes to all three questions below and you are likely a class member.

• Did you purchase Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California at any time on or after March 2, 2015?
• Were you at least 30 years old at the time of any of those purchases on or after March 2, 2015 (or at least 29 years old at the time of any purchases on or after March 2, 2016)?
• Did Tinder charge you the higher monthly subscription price associated with the older age tier?

If yes to all three, you are likely a class member. Class members typically received a direct notice from the Settlement Administrator based on Tinder's records. If you believe you qualify but did not receive a notice, you can submit a Verification Form on the official settlement website by August 18, 2026.

How Much Money Will I Get from the $60.5 Million Tinder Settlement?

The total settlement fund is $60,500,000, non-reversionary (Tinder does not get back any unclaimed money; everything net of fees and costs goes to class members). Before distribution, the Court may approve the following deductions:

• Attorneys' fees: up to one third of the gross fund, approximately $20.6 million plus accrued interest
• Litigation costs and expenses: up to $300,000
• Notice and administration costs: up to $350,000
• Service award: $20,000 to the Class Representative

After those deductions, the Net Settlement Fund is divided into two buckets and distributed to class members:

70 percent — per capita (Unruh Civil Rights Act).
Seventy percent of the Net Settlement Fund is divided equally among all participating class members under the Unruh Civil Rights Act, which provides for statutory minimum damages on a per-violation basis rather than purely economic restitution. Every participating class member receives the same per capita share of this bucket.

30 percent — pro rata (Unfair Competition Law restitution).
Thirty percent of the Net Settlement Fund is distributed pro rata based on the amount each class member actually paid Tinder for Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold during the class period. A class member who paid Tinder $200 during the class period receives twice the pro rata share of a class member who paid Tinder $100. This bucket reflects restitution of the alleged overcharge.

Plain English: all class members receive the same flat per capita payment plus a variable pro rata payment scaled to what they actually paid Tinder. The more you paid Tinder during the class period, the higher your pro rata share — but every class member receives the flat per capita piece regardless of how much they spent.

How to Choose Your Payment Method (Step by Step)

No claim form is required, but choosing your payment method on the official settlement website is the surest way to receive your money quickly.

Step 1. Visit tindercalclassaction.com.
Step 2. Enter the unique identifier from your direct notice (the Settlement Administrator typically issues a Class Member ID, Notice ID, or similar code). If you do not have your notice, use the "Verification Form" on the website to confirm class membership against Tinder's records.
Step 3. Choose your preferred electronic payment method — PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or ACH direct deposit — or select mailed check if you prefer paper.
Step 4. Confirm your contact information (email, mobile number, mailing address). Update anything that has changed since your last Tinder purchase.
Step 5. Submit your election by August 18, 2026.

What if I do nothing? The Settlement Administrator will attempt to pay you electronically (PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle) using the contact information Tinder has on file for you. If electronic delivery fails, the Administrator will fall back to a mailed check at your last known address. Electing your own method is the fastest and most reliable path.

Key Tinder Settlement Deadlines

• Opt-out (exclusion) deadline: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 (has passed)
• Objection deadline: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 (has passed)
• Final Approval Hearing: Wednesday, June 4, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Los Angeles County Superior Court
• Payment method election deadline: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
• Verification Form deadline (for class members who did not receive a direct notice): Tuesday, August 18, 2026

When Will I Get My Tinder Settlement Payment?

Payment timing depends on the Court's final approval and any appeals.

• Final Approval Hearing: June 4, 2026
• Settlement becomes final: after the Court enters final approval and any appeal period passes (typically 30 to 60 days after the Final Approval Order; longer if appeals are filed)
• Best case (no appeals): first payments could reach class members in late 2026 or early 2027
• If appeals are filed: distribution can be delayed by 12 to 36 months or more

Make sure your contact information is current. If your email, mobile number, or mailing address has changed since you last used Tinder, update it on the official settlement website. Electronic payments (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle) depend on the email/mobile combination Tinder has on file; an outdated phone number or email can delay or block delivery.

What If I Do Nothing?

If you do nothing, you remain in the Class and will be bound by the settlement's release of claims — meaning you cannot bring your own lawsuit against Tinder for the age-based pricing conduct covered by this settlement. In exchange, you receive your share of the Net Settlement Fund automatically. The Settlement Administrator will attempt to pay you electronically using the email and mobile number Tinder has on file (PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle). If electronic delivery fails, the Administrator will fall back to a mailed check.

For most class members, doing nothing is fine. Electing your own payment method on the settlement website is the surest path to a fast payment.

How to Opt Out or Object (Deadlines Have Passed)

The opt-out and objection deadlines were both April 8, 2026 and have passed. The Long-Form Notice and Settlement Agreement on the official settlement website document the procedural requirements that applied. If you believe you timely submitted a written exclusion or objection but have not received confirmation, contact the Settlement Administrator through the official settlement website's contact page.

Opting out meant being excluded from the Class, receiving no settlement benefit, and preserving the right to sue Tinder separately for the same age-based pricing conduct. Objecting meant remaining in the Class (still eligible for payment) while asking the Court to reject or modify the settlement.

Watch Out for Tinder Settlement Scams

Class action and dating-app settlement scams target consumers who are waiting for payment. A few common-sense rules:

• Never pay a fee. Legitimate class action settlements never require an activation fee, processing fee, or "release fee" to deliver settlement payments. Anyone asking for payment to release your Tinder settlement is running a scam.
• Never share your Tinder password, full credit card number, bank login, or Social Security Number with anyone claiming to handle your settlement by phone, text, or email. The Settlement Administrator does not need this information to send your payment.
• Use the official settlement website only: tindercalclassaction.com. Type the URL directly into your browser. Be cautious of any email or text linking to a "Tinder settlement" page from a different domain.
• PayPal / Venmo / Zelle requests are pull, not push. The Settlement Administrator will send you a payment using the contact information on file — you should not be asked to send anything or "verify" by transferring funds.

Other Active Age Discrimination and Consumer Class Action Settlements

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Tinder Settlement

Who qualifies for the Tinder age discrimination class action settlement?

California buyers of Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold who were over the age of 29 (on or after March 2, 2015) or over the age of 28 (on or after March 2, 2016). Approximately 268,000 California subscribers are class members.

How much will I get?

Your share of the $60.5M fund net of fees and costs. The Net Settlement Fund is split into a 70% per capita bucket (Unruh Civil Rights Act) and a 30% pro rata bucket (Unfair Competition Law restitution). Higher Tinder spend during the class period = higher pro rata share. Every participating class member receives the flat per capita share.

Do I need to file a claim form?

No. Distribution is automatic. You only need to elect your payment method (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or mailed check) on the official settlement website by August 18, 2026.

How will I receive payment?

By the method you elect on the settlement website (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH direct deposit, or mailed check). If you do not elect, the Settlement Administrator will attempt electronic payment using Tinder's records, with mailed check as fallback.

Is this settlement only for California users?

Yes. The class is limited to subscribers who purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California during the class period. Purchases by residents of other states are not included.

What are the deadlines?

Opt-out / objection deadline: April 8, 2026 (passed). Final Approval Hearing: June 4, 2026. Payment method election and Verification Form deadline: August 18, 2026.

When will I get paid?

After the Court grants final approval and any appeal period expires. Best case: late 2026 or early 2027. Appeals can delay distribution by 12 to 36 months or more.

What if I didn't receive a notice but I think I'm a class member?

Submit a Verification Form on the official settlement website by August 18, 2026. The Settlement Administrator will verify against Tinder's records.

Official Settlement Notice

Sources

• Official Settlement Website: TinderCalClassAction.com
• Candelore v. Tinder, Inc., Case No. BC583162, Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Hon. Laura A. Seigle presiding
• Long-Form Class Action Settlement Notice
• Class Representative: Allan Candelore
• Class Counsel: Kralowec Law, P.C. (Kimberly A. Kralowec, Kathleen Styles Rogers); Altshuler Berzon LLP (Michael Rubin, Eve Cervantez, Jonathan Rosenthal); Rava Law Firm (Alfred G. Rava)
• California Unruh Civil Rights Act — Cal. Civ. Code § 51
• California Unfair Competition Law — Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200

About This Page

This page summarizes the Tinder age discrimination class action settlement for informational purposes. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not the Settlement Administrator, Class Counsel, or a law firm. We do not process or decide settlement payments. The official Settlement Website (tindercalclassaction.com) and the Settlement Agreement are the authoritative sources for benefit amounts, allocation methods, and distribution timing. If you have questions about your specific allocation, contact the Settlement Administrator through the contact page on the official settlement website.

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Settlement Fund $60,500,000 non-reversionary; ~268,000 California class members

Case Title Candelore v. Tinder, Inc.

Case Number BC583162

Court Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Final Approval Hearing June 4, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Before Hon. Laura A. Seigle (rescheduled from May 20, 2026)

Official Website Tinder Cal Class Action