T-Mobile is finally sending out checks of up to $25k after major data breach impacted 76m customers – see if you qualify

T-MOBILE is sending out settlement check to those affected by a 2021 data breach.

If you are a T-Mobile customer - or were one in 2021 - you may be entitled to a payout.

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The Washington-based wireless network operator experienced a major data breach in 2021 affecting around 76 million customers.

This is separate from the data breach in 2022 that impacted 37 million customers.

T-Mobile denied any wrongdoing but agreed to a settlement to end the lawsuit.

The lawsuit centered on a violation of a court order.

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Now, after four years, customers whose data was compromised are receiving reparations.

A recent update on the settlement website confirms that all court proceedings have concluded.

Payments are expected to be sent out this month.

Those who experienced financial losses may receive up to $25,000.

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Meanwhile, individuals who didn't - regardless of whether they filed a claim - could get up to $25.

California residents, however, can receive up to $100.

However, since the $350 million settlement is being split among 76 million people, the actual payout may be closer to $4.50 per person before attorney fees are deducted.

Those who were included in the settlement should have been notified by now.

Officers and directors of T-Mobile, the presiding judge and any judicial staff involved in the lawsuit, and anyone who opted out, are all excluded from the settlement.

Individuals who filed or served a written arbitration demand or petition against T-Mobile due to the Data Breach, and those who gave written notice to T-Mobile of their intent to pursue arbitration against T-Mobile are also excluded.

Those who are unsure whether the breach impacted them can refer to the lawsuit’s FAQ section.

They can also call 1-833-512-2314 for more details.

T-Mobile says that no sensitive data like payment info was compromised in the 2023 breach.

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However, the 2021 breach did expose names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and ID details.

With identity theft on the rise, that earlier breach raises serious concerns.