Google to Pay $68M in Lawsuit Over Assistant Conversation Recordings

Google has started sending emails notifying users about compensation opportunities as part of a $68 million class-action settlement. The lawsuit stems from allegations that Google Assistant activated without user commands, recording private conversations, which were allegedly used for targeted advertising.

The company denies any wrongdoing but has agreed to the settlement. To claim compensation, users must complete a form on the official website googleassistantprivacylitigation.com by August 27, 2026. However, users report that notification emails often end up in spam folders, so manual checks are recommended.

Compensation is available to two user categories: those who purchased Google devices in the U.S. between May 18, 2016, and March 19, 2026, and those whose conversations were recorded by Assistant due to false activation or shared with third parties for analysis. The payout amount depends on the number of approved claims, so missing the notification could forfeit eligibility.

Experts caution users to verify the authenticity of the website before submitting any forms to avoid scams. The official portal provides all necessary details about the claim process and program terms.