If you were notified that your information was exposed in Fidelity Investments’ 2024 data breach, the window to claim money from the resulting class action settlement is closing. The deadline to file is July 27, 2026 — and no proof is required to claim the base cash payment.
Here is who qualifies, what you can receive, and how to file before the deadline.
What happened
Between August 17 and August 19, 2024, an unauthorized third party accessed Fidelity’s computer network and obtained certain customer information, including financial account numbers and routing numbers. A class action lawsuit alleged that Fidelity failed to implement reasonable cybersecurity measures, and that some affected customers were not notified promptly.
Fidelity denied any wrongdoing but agreed to settle. A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement at a hearing on July 9, 2026.
Who is eligible
The settlement class includes people in the United States whose account number and routing number were exposed in the incident — both those Fidelity notified directly, and others whose information was compromised even if they did not receive a notice. Where joint account holders shared a single account and routing number, only one claim is permitted.
What you can claim
Fidelity established a $2.5 million settlement fund. Eligible class members may claim:
- A pro rata cash payment, expected to be around $100 (the final amount depends on how many claims are filed). No proof or documentation is required for this payment.
- An additional $50 for California residents.
- Reimbursement of up to $5,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses tied to the breach — such as fraud losses, credit-freeze fees, or credit-monitoring costs. Receipts or other written proof are required, and the losses must have occurred between August 17, 2024 and July 27, 2026.
- Two years of identity-theft protection and credit monitoring.
How to file before July 27
The fastest way to claim is online through the official settlement website. Claim forms can also be mailed, but they must be postmarked no later than July 27, 2026.
Be cautious of anyone contacting you to “confirm” your claim in exchange for a fee or personal information — the official process is free and does not require payment.