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Tinder Plus and Gold Discrimination Settlement
Tinder settled a $60.5 million class action for charging older California users more for Plus and Gold subscriptions based on their age.
$60.5 million total settlement pool. Payments calculated on per capita and pro rata basis, with class members who paid more to Tinder receiving larger shares. Exact per-person amounts depend on number of participating class members and individual subscription amounts paid.
Who may qualify
You qualify if you purchased Tinder Plus or Gold in California starting March 2, 2015 (if over 29 then) or March 2, 2016 (if over 28 then) and paid higher prices due to your age. Approximately 268,000 California users are eligible.
California residents who purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold on or after March 2, 2015 when over age 29, or on or after March 2, 2016 when over age 28, and were charged higher prices based on age.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- August 18, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- April 8, 2026 (passed)
- Objection deadline
- April 8, 2026 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Optional.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
No claim form required for those who received settlement notice—just select your payment method by August 18, 2026. Those without notice must submit verification form with name, contact info, approximate purchase date, state, date of birth or age at purchase, and estimated total amount paid with supporting documentation.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Verita Global (Settlement Administrator), P.O. Box 301172, Los Angeles, CA 90030-1172, Phone: 1-888-808-8994, Email: admin@tindercalclassaction.com via the official claim form before August 18, 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 Verita Global (Settlement Administrator), P.O. Box 301172, Los Angeles, CA 90030-1172, Phone: 1-888-808-8994, Email: admin@tindercalclassaction.com.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before August 18, 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?
California residents who purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold on or after March 2, 2015 when over age 29, or on or after March 2, 2016 when over age 28, and were charged higher prices based on age.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is August 18, 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 Tinder Plus and Gold Discrimination 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 Tinder Plus and Gold Discrimination Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Verita Global (Settlement Administrator), P.O. Box 301172, Los Angeles, CA 90030-1172, Phone: 1-888-808-8994, Email: admin@tindercalclassaction.com. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Do I need to submit a claim form to get paid?
Only if you didn't receive an official settlement notice. If you did, simply log into TinderCALClassAction.com and select your preferred payment method by August 18, 2026 (no form needed). If you didn't receive notice but believe you qualify, submit a verification form online at the claim portal.
How much will I receive?
Your payment depends on how much you actually spent on Tinder Plus or Gold. The $60.5 million is distributed to all eligible class members (about 268,000), with each member getting a baseline share plus an amount proportional to their spending. Final per-person amounts will be calculated after determining the total number of participating members.
When will I get paid?
Payments will be issued approximately 90 days after final court approval, which was granted on June 4, 2026. The deadline to choose your payment method is August 18, 2026. You can receive payment via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH direct deposit, or check.
What dates qualify for this settlement?
You must have purchased Tinder Plus or Gold on or after March 2, 2015 (if you were over 29 at the time) or on or after March 2, 2016 (if you were over 28 at the time). The class period covers qualifying purchases through the settlement period in California.
Can I object to or opt out of the settlement?
The deadline to exclude yourself or object to the settlement was April 8, 2026. If you missed that deadline, you are bound by the settlement and cannot opt out, but you remain eligible to claim your payment.
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 (Verita Global (Settlement Administrator)).
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.