Viki $8M Streaming Privacy Class Action Settlement

Consumers who had a Viki account and accessed videos on Viki.com while also having a Facebook account between Jan. 12, 2016, and July 30, 2024, may be eligible to submit a claim for an estimated $30 to $150 cash payment from a class action settlement.

Viki Inc. agreed to pay $8,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit that alleged the company disclosed users’ identities and video-viewing preferences to Facebook without their consent in violation of federal law.

Who is eligible for a VPPA settlement payout?

Class members must meet the following criteria:

• They had both a Viki account and a Facebook account any time between Jan. 12, 2016, and July 30, 2024.
• They requested or obtained video content on the Viki website (viki.com) one or more times during the class period.
• They were physically located in the United States at the time they accessed the content.

How much is the class action payment?

Pro rata cash payment: Eligible claimants will receive a cash payment estimated between $30 and $150. Final payment amount will be determined by the number of valid claims filed.

How to claim a class action rebate

To receive a streaming privacy settlement payment, class members must submit a claim form by the deadline of Sept. 22, 2025. Eligible class members must file a claim online.

Consumers who believe they are a class member but did not receive a settlement notice with a unique ID and PIN can contact the settlement administrator to request one: info@VikiVPPASettlement.com.

Required proof and information

• Unique ID and PIN from official settlement notice required to submit a claim
• Claimants with an active Facebook account must provide proof of their Facebook account by including a link to their Facebook profile page. The online claim form and FAQs on the settlement website provide instruction.
• Claimants who cannot access their Facebook account must provide a specific link. The online claim form and FAQs on the settlement website provide instruction.

Claim payment options

• PayPal
• Zelle
• Venmo

$8 Million Viki streaming privacy settlement fund

The $8,000,000 settlement fund includes:

• Settlement administration costs: At least $200,000
• Attorneys' fees: Up to $2,400,000
• Attorneys' litigation costs: Amount to be presented to the court for approval
• Service awards to class representatives: $2,500 each ($7,500 total)
• Payments to valid claimants: Remaining settlement funds

Important dates

• Deadline to file a claim: Sept. 22, 2025
• Opt-out deadline: Sept. 22, 2025
• Final approval hearing: Oct. 21, 2025

When is the Viki VPPA settlement payout date?

Payments will be issued to eligible claimants after the court grants final approval of the settlement and claim processing is complete.

Why is there a class action lawsuit and settlement?

The class action lawsuit alleged that Viki Inc. violated the Video Privacy Protection Act by sharing users' identities and video-viewing preferences with Meta Platforms Inc. without proper consent. Viki denied any wrongdoing, but agreed to settle to avoid the expense and risk of continued litigation.

Sources

1. Official settlement website FAQ page
2. Official class notice