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There are only days left until the deadline to claim Krispy Kreme’s $1.6 million settlement. The settlement stems from a class action lawsuit alleging the donut chain failed to prevent a data breach that occurred in November 2024.
The lawsuit alleges that personal information was compromised, including names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and financial account access information. Krispy Kreme denies any wrongdoing or liability, but announced on November 29, 2024 that it detected suspicious activity on its computer systems. The settlement agreement confirms that cybercriminals accessed and stole the personal information of 161,676 former and current employees.
According to Krispy Kreme’s settlement website, individuals who reside in the United States and receive a data breach notification indicating that their personal information may have been affected are included in this class.
Here’s what you need to know about the settlement and how to file a claim.
When is the deadline to request settlement money in a Krispy Kreme lawsuit?
Monday, June 22nd is the deadline to be eligible for payment, so claims must be filed or postmarked by then.
What eligible consumers can receive if they file a claim
All class members will receive a $75 cash payment, according to the payment website. The amount charged may vary depending on the number of applications.
Class members with documented losses may receive up to $3,500 in compensation for fraud, identity theft, and other losses. Evidence such as receipts, emails, and phone records must be included in the claim form.
Class members who do not file a claim will still have access to one year of credit monitoring. According to the payment website, class members should have received an activation code in a postcard notification.
How to submit a claim form
Class Members may submit claims on the payment website or by mailing claims to the payment administrator at the address listed on the claim form. A claim form is also available by calling 877-239-1879.
Consumers who have questions or need additional information should visit the payment website’s FAQ page.
Krispy Kreme recorded an estimated $5 million in operational inefficiencies related to the “2024 Cybersecurity Incident” and spent $4.4 million on remediation efforts, including “fees for cybersecurity experts and other advisors,” according to its first-quarter 2025 earnings report.
Mike Snyder is a national trends news reporter for USA TODAY. You can follow him on Threads, Bluesky, and X, and email him at: mike snyder & @mikegsnider.bsky.social & @mikesnider & msnider@usatoday.com.
