New York Shoppers May Be Owed Money From Trader Joe's

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Trader Joe's has agreed to a $7.4 million settlement after being accused of printing too many digits of customer credit and debit card numbers on receipts, violating federal law. New Yorkers who shopped at Trader Joe's between March and July 2019 and received a receipt showing 10 digits of their card number may be eligible for a payout, but they must file a claim by the June 9, 2026 deadline.

Why it matters

This settlement highlights the ongoing efforts to protect consumer privacy and prevent identity theft, with federal laws regulating how much credit card information can be printed on receipts. The payout could provide financial relief to impacted New York shoppers, but the tight deadline means many eligible customers may miss out if they don't act quickly.

The details

The lawsuit claimed that some Trader Joe's receipts showed the first six and last four digits of a customer's card number, which is more than the limited digits allowed under the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act to help protect against identity theft. To qualify for a payout, customers must have shopped at Trader Joe's between March and July 2019, paid with a credit or debit card, and received a printed receipt showing 10 digits of their card number. No receipt is required to file a claim, though claimants may be asked to verify their eligibility.

• Trader Joe's receipts in violation occurred between March and July 2019.
• The $7.4 million settlement was agreed to in 2026.
• The claim filing deadline is June 9, 2026.
• A court hearing to finalize the settlement is scheduled for August 10, 2026.

What’s next

A court hearing is scheduled for August 10, 2026 to finalize the $7.4 million Trader Joe's settlement. Eligible New York customers must file their claims by the June 9, 2026 deadline to receive a payout, which is estimated at $102.45 per person but could change depending on the number of claims.