FTC Hey Dude Refunds
The FTC is sending a second round of refund checks to people who bought Hey Dude shoes and accepted their first payment in 2024. There's nothing to file — if you're getting money, it's already on its way. Just make sure to cash any check within 90 days or accept your PayPal payment within 30 days.
Hey Dude Refunds April 2026 FTC sends second payment to people who bought Hey Dude shoes The FTC is sending a second round of payments to people who bought shoes from online shoe seller Hey Dude. Payout: The FTC first sent payments in August 2024, resulting in more than $1.4 million in refunds. In April 2026, because money remains in the fund, the FTC is sending 27,916 second-round payments totaling more than $386,000 to people who accepted their first payment; check recipients should cash within 90 days and PayPal recipients should accept within 30 days. No proof of purchase is required to file. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 14, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may qualify if you previously bought shoes from Hey Dude's online store, already received a first-round payment in August 2024, and accepted it. The FTC is sending 27,916 second payments to people who met those conditions.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
Hey Dude Refunds April 2026 FTC sends second payment to people who bought Hey Dude shoes The FTC is sending a second round of payments to people who bought shoes from online shoe seller Hey Dude.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
How hard is this claim to file?
✅ You do not need to file — payment is automatic.
Watch out for
- Only people who accepted the first payment (August 2024) are getting a second one. Skip it the first time and you're out.
- Act fast once your payment arrives. Checks expire after 90 days; PayPal payments expire after 30 days. Miss the window and the money's gone.
- The first round sent out more than $1.4 million in August 2024. This second round distributes more than $386,000 across 27,916 payments.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
No claim form is needed — the official administrator issues this refund automatically; confirm your eligibility and contact details on the official source.
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1Make sure you bought Hey Dude shoes and accepted your first FTC refund payment from August 2024. That's the only way to qualify for this second round.
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2Watch your mail and PayPal. Check recipients have 90 days to cash; PayPal recipients have 30 days to accept.
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3Questions? Head to https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds/hey-dude-refunds for official details.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open
- Court approval
- Payments sent You are here
- Distribution complete
Payments have started going out. Timing varies by claim — use the official source for your individual payment status.
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- Payout details the official government refund program page · Jun 14, 2026
- Eligibility the official government refund program page · Jun 3, 2026
- Proof requirement the official government refund program page · Jun 3, 2026
- Payment status the official government refund program page · Jun 14, 2026
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Eligibility summary
Hey Dude Refunds April 2026 FTC sends second payment to people who bought Hey Dude shoes The FTC is sending a second round of payments to people who bought shoes from online shoe seller Hey Dude.
Verified Jun 3, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
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Proof requirement
No
Verified Jun 3, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
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Payment status
Payments started
Verified Jun 14, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
The FTC is sending a second round of payments to people who bought shoes from online shoe seller Hey Dude.
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Estimated payout
The FTC first sent payments in August 2024, resulting in more than $1.4 million in refunds. In April 2026, because money remains in the fund, the FTC is sending 27,916 second-round payments totaling more than $386,000 to people who accepted their first payment; check recipients should cash within 90 days and PayPal recipients should accept within 30 days.
Verified Jun 14, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
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Automatic refund
Yes — automatic, no claim needed
Verified Jun 14, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
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No-claim explanation
The official FTC refund page says the FTC is sending payments; no claim filing is currently required.
Verified Jun 3, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
Common questions
Is the FTC Hey Dude settlement legitimate?
Yes — the FTC Hey Dude settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (www.ftc.gov); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 14, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Hey Dude Refunds April 2026 FTC sends second payment to people who bought Hey Dude shoes The FTC is sending a second round of payments to people who bought shoes from online shoe seller Hey Dude.
How much can I get from the FTC Hey Dude settlement?
The FTC first sent payments in August 2024, resulting in more than $1.4 million in refunds. In April 2026, because money remains in the fund, the FTC is sending 27,916 second-round payments totaling more than $386,000 to people who accepted their first payment; check recipients should cash within 90 days and PayPal recipients should accept within 30 days. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: No. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Payments started. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will FTC Hey Dude Refunds pay out?
Current payment status: Payments started. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official FTC Hey Dude Refunds claim form?
No claim form is needed — The official FTC refund page says the FTC is sending payments; no claim filing is currently required. Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
Do I need to do anything to get the second payment?
No. If you're eligible, the FTC is sending it automatically to the same method you used for the first payment. Just watch your mail or PayPal account.
How do I know if I'm getting a second payment?
You'll get one if you received and accepted a first-round payment back in August 2024. If you didn't get that first payment, you won't be in this round.
What happens if I don't cash the check or accept the PayPal payment in time?
Check recipients have 90 days to cash; PayPal recipients have 30 days to accept. After those windows close, the money goes back to the fund and you won't get a second chance.
Is there a deadline to file a claim?
There's no claim to file — payments are automatic. The only deadline that matters is cashing or accepting your payment once it arrives.
Why did the FTC sue Hey Dude in the first place?
The FTC took action against Hey Dude for practices related to its online shoe sales. This second payment round exists because money was left in the refund fund after the first distribution.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
No claim needed — payment is automatic
If you qualify, the settlement pays you automatically. There's nothing to file — just keep an eye on your mail or account around the payment date.
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