Open for claimsDeceptive pricingTinder $60.5 Million Age Discrimination Class Action Settlement
Last updated: July 12, 2026
Tinder, the dating app owned by Match Group, agreed to a $60.5 million settlement resolving claims that it charged older users more for Tinder Plus and Tinder Gold subscriptions in California. If you qualify and already received a settlement notice, you'll be paid automatically — but you have until August 18, 2026 to select how you want the money (PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or check). Payment amounts vary: users who spent more receive a larger share.
The settlement covers about 268,000 California residents who bought a Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold subscription while over the age of 29 (on or after March 2, 2015) or over the age of 28 (on or after March 2, 2016). Plaintiffs alleged the age-based pricing violated California's Unruh Civil Rights Act and consumer protection laws. The case is Candelore v. Tinder, Inc. (No. BC583162) in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.
Key facts
- Settlement fund
- $60,500,000
- Who's covered
- About 268,000 California subscribers
- Payment selection deadline
- August 18, 2026
- Proof required
- No — automatic for noticed members
- Payout
- Pro-rated (70% split equally, 30% by spending)
- Eligibility
- Over 29 since 3/2/2015, or over 28 since 3/2/2016
- Payment methods
- PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or check
- Case
- Candelore v. Tinder, Inc. (LA County Super. Ct., No. BC583162)
Official settlement administrator: tindercalclassaction.com
Who qualifies
- You are a California resident who purchased a Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold subscription.
- You were over the age of 29 at the time of purchase on or after March 2, 2015, or over the age of 28 on or after March 2, 2016.
- If you received a settlement notice, you're already verified and will be paid automatically — you only need to choose your payment method by August 18, 2026.
- If you did not receive a notice but believe you qualify, you can submit a Verification Form with your date of birth, proof of the subscription (such as a receipt or card statement), and a government-issued ID confirming your age.
How to claim your Tinder settlement payment
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Confirm you're in the class
You qualify if you bought Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California while over 29 (since March 2, 2015) or over 28 (since March 2, 2016). About 268,000 people are covered.
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Select your payment method by August 18, 2026
If you received a notice, use the Claim ID and PIN from it at the official site, tindercalclassaction.com, to choose how you're paid — PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or check. Noticed members are paid automatically, but selecting a method is recommended.
- 3
No notice? Submit a Verification Form
If you didn't get a notice, file a Verification Form on the administrator site with your date of birth, the age at your first purchase, your state, your estimated total spend through Sept. 30, 2025, and a government-issued ID plus any subscription receipts.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the Tinder settlement payout?
Payment amounts vary. The $60.5 million fund (after fees) is split so 70% is divided equally among all class members and 30% is distributed based on how much each person spent — so users who paid Tinder more receive a larger share.
What is the Tinder settlement deadline?
The deadline to select your payment method is August 18, 2026. Class members who received a notice are paid automatically, but the administrator recommends choosing a payment method by that date.
Do I qualify for the Tinder settlement?
You qualify if you are a California resident who bought Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold while over age 29 (on or after March 2, 2015) or over age 28 (on or after March 2, 2016).
How do I file a Tinder settlement claim?
If you received a notice, enter the Claim ID and PIN at tindercalclassaction.com and select a payment method. If you didn't receive a notice, submit a Verification Form there with your date of birth, ID, and proof of your subscription.
Do I need proof to claim the Tinder settlement?
Not if you received a notice — Tinder's records already verify you and payment is automatic. Only people who didn't receive a notice must submit a Verification Form with a government-issued ID and subscription documentation.
Why is Tinder paying a settlement?
A class action alleged Tinder charged users over 28–29 more for Tinder Plus and Tinder Gold than younger users in California, which plaintiffs said violated California's Unruh Civil Rights Act. Tinder agreed to a $60.5 million settlement without admitting wrongdoing.
When will Tinder settlement payments be sent?
Payments are distributed after the settlement receives final court approval and the payment-selection period ends on August 18, 2026. Exact payout timing is set by the court and the settlement administrator.
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