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Google

Google settled a $100 million class action over charging advertisers for invalid clicks on ads in specified U.S. geographic areas.

ClosedUnited States-wideClaim status: Closed on July 20, 2025Payout: VariesNo longer claimable

About this settlement

Class members who advertised through Google AdWords and paid for clicks that were allegedly invalid due to geographic misrepresentation.

This settlement resolves claims that Google charged advertisers for clicks on ads that were not made by users in the promised geographic areas, causing advertisers to overpay for ads placed through Google AdWords between 2004 and 2012.

Who qualifies

  • Individuals or entities in the United States who advertised via Google AdWords.
  • Paid for clicks on ads between January 1, 2004 and December 13, 2012.

Varies

Claim status: Closed on July 20, 2025

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