If you ever got annoying, unwanted text messages from Cash App (like “$Cashtag $XYZ sent you money” or promo texts), you could get $147 for free – no receipts needed!
A massive $12.5 million class action settlement was just reached because Cash App allegedly violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) by sending spam texts without proper permission.
Here’s everything you need to know in plain and simple English.
What Happened? (The Simple Version)
Cash App (owned by Block, Inc., the same company as Square) was accused of:
- Sending marketing texts to people who never gave permission
- Texting people on the National Do Not Call Registry
- Continuing to text even after people replied “STOP”
Because of these complaints, a federal lawsuit was filed — and instead of going to trial, Cash App agreed to pay $12.5 million to make it go away.
No one is admitting they did anything wrong, but they’re still paying out cash to settle the case.
Who Gets Money? (Are You Eligible?)
You can claim up to $147 if you:
- Received one or more text messages from Cash App between October 1, 2017 and November 30, 2024
- Did NOT give prior written consent to receive texts
- Or you were on the Do Not Call list and still got promotional texts
Even if you deleted the texts — you can still claim! You just swear under penalty of perjury that you got them.
How Much Will People Actually Get?
| Number of Texts Received | Estimated Payout (after fees) |
|---|---|
| 1–2 texts | $25 – $50 |
| 3–10 texts | $50 – $100 |
| 11+ texts or repeated spam | Up to $147 |
The exact amount depends on how many people file a claim. More claims = slightly smaller checks. But right now, many people are expecting around $100–$147 because not everyone knows about this yet.
Important Dates – Don’t Miss Out!
| Action | Deadline |
|---|---|
| File your claim online | March 31, 2026 |
| Exclude yourself (opt out) | February 28, 2026 |
| Object to the settlement | February 28, 2026 |
| Final court approval hearing | April 15, 2026 |
| Money sent out (if approved) | Summer/Fall 2026 |
How to Claim Your $147 – Takes 2 Minutes
- Go to the official settlement site: www.CashAppTextSettlement.com
- Click “File a Claim”
- Enter your phone number or name
- Answer a few simple questions (did you get texts? did you say stop?)
- Submit — that’s it!
No proof or old screenshots required.
Is This Legit? 100% Yes
- Case name: Kauffman v. Block, Inc.
- Court: U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- Settlement administrator: Angeion Group (a trusted company that handles big settlements)
- Class counsel firms have already won billions for consumers
Final Warning
This is a “use it or lose it” deal. If you don’t file by March 31, 2026, you get $0 and lose the right to sue Cash App yourself.
Spread the word to friends and family — most people have no idea they’re owed this money!