Google to Pay $135 Million to Settle Android Data Collection Lawsuit

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Google to Pay $135 Million to Settle Android Data Collection Lawsuit

Google has agreed to pay $135 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging that its Android operating system collected and transferred users’ cellular data without proper consent.

The lawsuit claimed that Android devices sent background data to Google servers even when apps were closed or settings such as location tracking were disabled, potentially using up customers’ paid mobile data. The case covers Android users dating back to 2017.

As part of the settlement, Google will create a compensation fund for eligible users and introduce changes to improve transparency. These include clearer disclosures during device setup and updated settings that allow users to better control background data transfers.

Google denied any wrongdoing but said it agreed to the settlement to avoid lengthy litigation. The deal still requires approval from a federal judge. If approved, it would be one of the largest settlements involving unauthorized data usage claims against a tech company.

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