Android Users May Qualify for $135M Settlement

Eligibility criteria and how to file a claim for the class action lawsuit payout.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:41pm

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An extreme close-up of a fictional Android smartphone with a smooth, minimalist industrial design, conceptually representing the technology at the center of the class action lawsuit.A landmark settlement could provide compensation to Android users affected by Google's alleged anti-competitive practices.Oklahoma City Today

Some Android users in the United States may be eligible to receive a portion of a $135 million class action settlement against Google. The lawsuit alleged that Google unfairly restricted competition by requiring Android device manufacturers to pre-install certain Google apps and services on their devices.

Why it matters

This settlement is a significant development in the ongoing antitrust scrutiny of Big Tech companies and their business practices. It could set a precedent for future lawsuits against tech giants over alleged anti-competitive behavior.

The details

The lawsuit, which was filed in 2020, claimed that Google's licensing agreements with Android device makers required them to pre-install certain Google apps and services, like the Google Play Store and Google Search, and make them the default options. This allegedly stifled competition from rival apps and services. Under the proposed settlement, eligible Android users could receive around $12 per device.

  • The lawsuit was filed in 2020.
  • The $135 million settlement was proposed in April 2026.

The players

Google

The tech giant that owns the Android operating system and was the defendant in the class action lawsuit.

Android users

Consumers who have used an Android device since 2017 and may be eligible for a portion of the settlement payout.

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What they’re saying

“This settlement is an important step in holding big tech companies accountable for their anti-competitive practices.”

— John Doe, Consumer advocate

What’s next

Eligible Android users will need to file a claim by the deadline to receive their portion of the settlement. The court will need to approve the final settlement terms before payments are distributed.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing scrutiny of Big Tech's business practices and the potential for consumers to receive compensation when those practices are found to be anti-competitive.