Illinois' $68M Instagram Settlement: Eligibility and Key Details

Instagram users in Illinois may be eligible for a payment as part of a $68 million class-action settlement. The lawsuit alleges that Instagram's owner, Meta, violated Illinois' Biometric Privacy Act by collecting and storing biometric information without consent. Users who used Instagram in Illinois between August 10, 2015, and August 16, 2023, can file a claim. The settlement fund will be used to pay out checks to eligible users, with the exact amount per payout to be determined. The deadline to file a claim is September 27, and a final approval hearing is scheduled for October 11.