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Jackson v. Athena Bitcoin TCPA Settlement
Athena Bitcoin settled a TCPA class action for $4.5 million over unwanted promotional text messages sent after customers requested STOP.
Pro rata cash payment based on number of unwanted text messages received after sending 'STOP' request and total number of valid claims filed. Settlement pool: $4.5 million shared by two classes (IDNC and FTSA).
Who may qualify
You qualify if you (1) had a U.S. residential phone number, (2) sent 'STOP' to Athena Bitcoin between Aug 20, 2020–Aug 20, 2024, and (3) received at least 2 promotional texts from Athena more than 30 days after your STOP request (or 1+ text more than 15 days later if in Florida with a Florida area code).
Two classes qualify: (1) IDNC Class: Residential U.S. subscribers who sent 'STOP' to Athena between Aug 20, 2020-Aug 20, 2024 and received at least 2 promotional texts more than 30 days later; (2) FTSA Class: Florida residents with Florida area codes who sent 'STOP' between July 1, 2021-Aug 20, 2024 and received at least 1 promotional text more than 15 days later.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- June 30, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- May 15, 2026 (passed)
- Objection deadline
- May 15, 2026 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Optional.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Submit claim form with phone number(s) that received Athena texts after sending 'STOP' request. No purchase proof required.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Kroll Settlement Administration LLC via the official claim form before June 30, 2026.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Optional.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Kroll Settlement Administration LLC.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before June 30, 2026.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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Common questions
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Two classes qualify: (1) IDNC Class: Residential U.S. subscribers who sent 'STOP' to Athena between Aug 20, 2020-Aug 20, 2024 and received at least 2 promotional texts more than 30 days later; (2) FTSA Class: Florida residents with Florida area codes who sent 'STOP' between July 1, 2021-Aug 20, 2024 and received at least 1 promotional text more than 15 days later.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is June 30, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Optional. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Jackson v. Athena Bitcoin TCPA Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Jackson v. Athena Bitcoin TCPA Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Kroll Settlement Administration LLC. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
What exactly is Athena Bitcoin?
Athena Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency ATM operator that runs bitcoin vending machines. The settlement involves claims that the company sent promotional text messages to customers who had requested to stop receiving such messages.
What must I prove to qualify for the settlement?
You only need to provide your phone number(s) that received Athena Bitcoin text messages. No purchase receipts or other documentation is required. Your claim eligibility is verified by your phone number and STOP request history.
How much money will I get?
Each class member receives a pro-rata share of $4.5 million. The exact amount depends on how many unwanted texts you received after sending STOP and the total number of valid claims. More texts = larger share.
Is this settlement approved and legitimate?
Yes. Preliminary approval was granted on March 11, 2026. The U.S. District Court (Northern District of Florida) will hold a final approval hearing on August 10, 2026. Payments begin only after final court approval.
What's the deadline to claim?
June 30, 2026 — you have about 3 weeks from today (June 9, 2026) to submit your claim online or by mail to Kroll Settlement Administration.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Use the official settlement administrator or government source.
Listed on the official settlement website (Kroll Settlement Administration LLC).
Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 9, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.