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University of Hawai'i Data Breach Settlement
Court case: In re University of Hawai'i Data Breach Litigation
The University of Hawai'i reached a class action settlement over an August 2025 data breach. People who were notified their private information was affected can claim up to $5,000 for documented losses or an estimated $50 cash, plus one year of medical data monitoring.
All living individuals within the United States who were notified that their Private Information was potentially compromised in the August 2025 University of Hawai'i Data Incident. Excluded are the presiding judges (and certain family), the Defendant and its affiliates/officers/Board of Regents (and certain family), and those who validly opt out. Payout: Cash Payment A - Extraordinary Documented Losses: up to $5,000 per Settlement Class Member with reasonable documentation of fraud/identity-theft losses traceable to the Data Incident; OR Cash Payment B - Alternate Cash: estimated $50.00 (subject to pro rata adjustment). Plus optional one year of CyEx Medical Data Monitoring. Proof of purchase is optional. Claim deadline: November 2, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on September 5, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You qualify if you are a living individual in the U.S. who received notice that your private information may have been compromised in the University of Hawai'i data incident (August 2025).
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
All living individuals within the United States who were notified that their Private Information was potentially compromised in the August 2025 University of Hawai'i Data Incident. Excluded are the presiding judges (and certain family), the Defendant and its affiliates/officers/Board of Regents (and certain family), and those who validly opt out.
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 Optional.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Epiq via the official claim form before November 2, 2026.
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1Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
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2Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Optional.
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3Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Epiq.
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4Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before November 2, 2026.
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5Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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When will I get paid?
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- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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Common questions
Is the University of Hawai'i Data Breach settlement legitimate?
Yes — the University of Hawai'i Data Breach settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Epiq. File only through the official settlement website (uhdatasettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on September 5, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
All living individuals within the United States who were notified that their Private Information was potentially compromised in the August 2025 University of Hawai'i Data Incident. Excluded are the presiding judges (and certain family), the Defendant and its affiliates/officers/Board of Regents (and certain family), and those who validly opt out.
How much can I get from the University of Hawai'i Data Breach settlement?
Cash Payment A - Extraordinary Documented Losses: up to $5,000 per Settlement Class Member with reasonable documentation of fraud/identity-theft losses traceable to the Data Incident; OR Cash Payment B - Alternate Cash: estimated $50.00 (subject to pro rata adjustment). Plus optional one year of CyEx Medical Data Monitoring. 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 November 2, 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.
When will University of Hawai'i Data Breach Settlement pay out?
No payment stage is reported for this record yet. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official University of Hawai'i Data Breach Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Epiq. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
What benefits can I claim?
Cash Payment A - Extraordinary Documented Losses: up to $5,000 per Settlement Class Member with reasonable documentation of fraud/identity-theft losses traceable to the Data Incident; OR Cash Payment B - Alternate Cash: an estimated $50.00 payment. In addition, you may enroll in Medical Data Monitoring, which includes one year of CyEx's Medical Data Monitoring product.
Who is a Settlement Class Member?
All living individuals within the United States who were notified that their Private Information was potentially compromised in the August 2025 Data Incident.
What is the deadline to file a claim?
The deadline to submit a Claim Form is November 2, 2026. The only way to receive cash and other benefits is to submit a valid and timely Claim Form.
When is the Final Approval Hearing?
The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for November 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. No Settlement Benefits will be provided unless the Court approves the Settlement.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
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Disclaimer
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