# AT&T Data Breach Settlement Approved

> AT&T customers could receive up to $5,000 after federal judge approves $177 million data breach settlement.
- Title: AT&T Data Breach Settlement Approved · Valleynewslive
- Summary: AT&T customers could receive up to $5,000 after federal judge approves $177 million data breach settlement. AT&T customers affected by two data breaches may…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/10/09/att-data-breach-settlement-gets-final-approval-see-how-much-customers-could-receive
- Published: 2026-10-09T22:08:48.2+00:00
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## Federal Judge Approves AT&T Settlement
A federal judge granted final approval to AT&T’s $177 million settlement for data breaches that exposed customers’ personal information.
## Customers Eligible for Up to $5,000
Those impacted by the first breach may receive up to $5,000, while those affected by the second breach may get up to $2,500.
## Payments to Start Within 60 Days
Payments will be distributed within 60 days after the effective date once the appeals period expires.
## Key takeaway

AT&T customers affected by two data breaches may get up to $5,000 each through a $177 million settlement approved by a federal judge.