Canadian Yahoo users, including Rogers Yahoo email customers, may be eligible for compensation as part of a $20 million class action settlement. This case follows data breaches from 2013 to 2016 that exposed sensitive information of more than 1 billion Yahoo accounts.

What Happened in the Yahoo Data Breach?

Between 2013 and 2016, Yahoo faced several major breaches:

2013 Breach: Information of over 1 billion users was exposed, making it the largest email provider hack at the time.
2014 Breach: Another significant breach occurred, later revealed in 2016.
2015–2016 Breach: Details were disclosed in 2017.

The plaintiffs in the class action allege Yahoo lacked adequate security measures, putting users’ data at risk. Yahoo, while settling, denies any wrongdoing.

Who Can File a Claim?

You’re eligible if you:

Had a Yahoo account at any time from Jan. 1, 2012, to Dec. 31, 2016.
Were a Rogers customer using Rogers Yahoo email services during this period.

You’ll need to provide proof, such as your Yahoo email address and evidence that you spent time responding to the breaches.

How Much Can You Receive?

Basic Claims: Up to $375 for users with a free Yahoo account.
Premium Subscribers: Users who subscribed to Yahoo’s paid services (ad-free, premium, or small business accounts) can claim up to $25,000 to recover incurred costs. Documentation is required to support claims of financial losses or identity theft.

⚠️ Note: If claims exceed the settlement amount, payouts may be reduced.

How to Submit Your Claim

Visit the settlement website to complete the claim form online.
Provide necessary documentation, such as your Yahoo account details, receipts, or other evidence.
Submit your claim before the deadline on Dec. 27, 2024.

Why This Matters

This settlement offers a small but significant acknowledgment of the impact these breaches had on users. Even if your Yahoo account has been inactive for years, you may still be eligible for compensation.