The Computer Merchant $610K Data Breach Settlement
All persons in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised as a result of the Data Incident and who were sent notice of the Data Incident.
All persons in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised as a result of the Data Incident and who were sent notice of the Data Incident. Payout: Up to $3,000 for extraordinary losses; up to $500 for out-of-pocket expenses; up to $100 for lost time; approximately $40 alternative cash payment; approximately $75 for California residents (CCPA). Proof of purchase is required to file. Claim deadline: June 24, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 19, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
All persons in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised as a result of the Data Incident and who were sent notice of the Data Incident.
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 Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How hard is this claim to file?
What the form asks
- — The unique ID printed on the settlement notice mailed to you (The notice of the data incident sent to you by The Computer Merchant)
- — The PIN printed on the settlement notice mailed to you (The notice of the data incident sent to you by The Computer Merchant)
- — A brief written description of the tasks you performed to deal with the data breach and how long each took (Your own recollection of time spent on breach-related tasks)
Documents you'll need
Watch out for
- You cannot claim both out-of-pocket expenses and the alternative cash payment — they are mutually exclusive
- Extraordinary losses must not already be covered by the out-of-pocket loss category
- Personal notes alone are not sufficient documentation for extraordinary losses
- Inaction forfeits all cash benefits and resolves your legal claims against the defendant
- The CyEx Financial Shield credit monitoring benefit is automatic — no claim needed — but cash payments require a filed claim
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?
This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
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1Locate the settlement notice mailed to you, which contains your unique ID and PIN required to file online
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2Choose which benefit category to claim: extraordinary losses, out-of-pocket expenses, alternative cash payment, or lost time (and CCPA payment if you are a California resident)
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3Gather supporting documentation appropriate to your chosen category before starting the form
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4Submit your claim online at computermerchantclasssettlement.com/form/claim or mail the printable form to the settlement administrator, postmarked by the claim deadline
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5If mailing, send to: TCM Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open
- Court approval You are here
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
The claim window has closed; the settlement is at or awaiting final court approval. Payments typically follow approval and any appeal period.
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How we verified this record
Optional, but it's the whole point — every field below traces to a named official source we re-check on a schedule.
- Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Administrator the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
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Checked fields are matched against a named official source and re-checked on a schedule. We show the authority and the date, never our internal evidence link.
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Claim deadline
June 24, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Eligibility summary
All persons in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised as a result of the Data Incident and who were sent notice of the Data Incident.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The class includes "All persons in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised as a result of the Data Incident and who were sent notice of the Data Incident."
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Proof requirement
Yes
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Extraordinary Losses (identity theft/fraud): Up to $3,000 with documented receipts showing actual, unreimbursed losses occurring July 1, 2024–June 24, 2026. Personal notes alone are insufficient.
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Payment status
Final approval pending
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Estimated payout
Up to $3,000 for extraordinary losses; up to $500 for out-of-pocket expenses; up to $100 for lost time; approximately $40 alternative cash payment; approximately $75 for California residents (CCPA).
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Administrator
Simpluris (TCM Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799)
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Official claim URL
computermerchantclasssettlement.com
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Objection deadline
June 29, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Opt-out deadline
June 9, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
United States District Court for the Southern District of California
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
3:25-cv-00038
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
Flores v. The Computer Merchant, Ltd.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the The Computer Merchant $610K Data Breach settlement legitimate?
Yes — the The Computer Merchant $610K Data Breach settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Simpluris (TCM Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799) under case 3:25-cv-00038 in United States District Court for the Southern District of California. File only through the official settlement website (computermerchantclasssettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 19, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
All persons in the United States whose Private Information was potentially compromised as a result of the Data Incident and who were sent notice of the Data Incident.
How much can I get from the The Computer Merchant $610K Data Breach settlement?
Up to $3,000 for extraordinary losses; up to $500 for out-of-pocket expenses; up to $100 for lost time; approximately $40 alternative cash payment; approximately $75 for California residents (CCPA). 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.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is June 24, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Yes. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will The Computer Merchant $610K Data Breach Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official The Computer Merchant $610K Data Breach Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Simpluris (TCM Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799). Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
You'll need the Claim ID from your notice
The official claim form asks for the Claim ID (or Notice ID) the settlement mailed or emailed to the people it identified. Didn't get one? Here's how to get it:
- Check your email (including spam) and any mail from around when the settlement was announced — the Claim ID is usually printed right on the notice.
- Still can't find it? Contact the settlement administrator (Simpluris (TCM Data Incident Settlement), tell them you believe you're a class member (for example, a customer or patient in the covered period), and ask them to look you up and send your Claim ID.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you 30, 14, 7, and 1 day before Jun 24, 2026, and keep your claim details in one place.
Listed on the official settlement website (Simpluris (TCM Data Incident Settlement).
Status history
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal 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. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.