GameStop customers who made online purchases between August 2020 and April 2025 could receive compensation following a proposed $4.5 million class action settlement. The lawsuit alleges the video game retailer shared customer data with Facebook without proper consent, violating privacy laws.

The legal action stems from claims that GameStop used Meta Pixel (formerly Facebook Tracking Pixel) to transmit customers' personally identifiable information to Facebook. This allegedly occurred when users who maintained Facebook accounts under their real names purchased games through GameStop's website.

Compensation Details

Eligible customers may receive:

• $5 cash payment
• $10 online store credit

Physical store purchases are excluded from this settlement.

Important Deadlines

• August 15, 2025: Last day to file claim or opt out
• September 18, 2025: Final settlement approval hearing

GameStop maintains it committed no wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid prolonged litigation. The $4.5 million covers payments, legal fees, and administrative costs.

Recent GameStop Challenges

This settlement comes during a turbulent period for the retailer:

1. Store Closures: Over 1,000 locations shuttered since 2015
2. Stock Decline: 10% drop following controversial Bitcoin announcement
3. Switch 2 Incident: Damaged consoles from stapled receipts

Company Background

Customers should check emails from [email protected] for claim instructions. Those accepting compensation forfeit rights to future lawsuits regarding this specific privacy violation.

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