Equifax 2017 Data Breach

Settled Modest payouts ($50-$500) class_action · data_breach

Equifax 2017 data breach - $700M settlement; cash and loss claim windows closed 2024, identity restoration through 2029

Eligibility hint

Were a US consumer whose data was exposed in the 2017 Equifax breach (147M people affected, you can check at the official site)

Estimated payout range

$125 – $20,000

Claims opened

2020-01-22

Claims close

2024-01-22

Current score

0.50 / 1.00

Official source

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The 2017 Equifax breach exposed personal information of approximately 147 million US consumers. A $700M settlement (combining FTC, CFPB, state AG and class action components) was reached in 2019. Affected consumers were eligible for free credit monitoring, cash for documented out-of-pocket losses, and alternative compensation. Some claim windows have closed; cash alternative payouts were reduced because of high claim volume.

Recent signals

CL filing: Bibbins v. Equifax Information Services, LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Robles v. EQUIFAX INFORMATION SERVICES, LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Hill v. Equifax Information Services LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Powell v. Equifax Information Services, LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Grady v. Equifax Information Services LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Christmas v. Equifax Information Services LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Northington v. Equifax Information Services LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Bumpas v. Equifax Information Services LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Guest v. Equifax Information Services, LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16
CL filing: Cavazos v. Equifax Information Services LLC courtlistener_search · 2026-07-16

Brands: equifax
Products: equifaxcredit bureau

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for the Equifax 2017 Data Breach settlement?

You may qualify if the following applies to you: Were a US consumer whose data was exposed in the 2017 Equifax breach (147M people affected, you can check at the official site). Eligibility criteria can change as the settlement develops.

What is the deadline to file a Equifax 2017 Data Breach claim?

Claims are currently expected to close on 2024-01-22. Deadlines can be extended or shortened by the court; verify against the official source before filing.

How much could a Equifax 2017 Data Breach claim be worth?

Estimated payouts range from $125 to $20,000 depending on individual circumstances. These are estimates based on comparable outcomes, not guarantees.

What is the current status of the Equifax 2017 Data Breach settlement?

Settled. The 2017 Equifax breach exposed personal information of approximately 147 million US consumers. A $700M settlement (combining FTC, CFPB, state AG and class action components) was reached in 2019. Affected consumers were eligible for free credit monitoring, cash for documented out-of-pocket losses, and alternative compensation. Some claim windows have closed; cash alternative payouts were reduced because of high claim volume.

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