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Join On WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\nWashington State Cash App users may be in for a payday this fall \u2014 and it\u2019s not from Bitcoin or stock trades. It\u2019s from a $12.5 million class action settlement that accuses Cash App\u2019s parent company, Block Inc., of sending unsolicited promotional text messages to residents without consent. Eligible users could receive between $88 and $147 \u2014 but only if they file a claim by October 27, 2025.<\/p>\n
The case, Bottoms v. Block Inc., shines a spotlight on digital marketing ethics and how state privacy laws are catching up with Silicon Valley\u2019s biggest names.<\/p>\n
What the Cash App Settlement Is About<\/p>\n
At the heart of the case is Cash App\u2019s referral program, a popular feature that rewarded users for inviting friends. But according to the lawsuit, the system went too far. The app allegedly sent automated promotional text messages to people who had never opted in or consented \u2014 a clear violation of Washington\u2019s Commercial Electronic Mail Act (CEMA) and Consumer Protection Act (CPA).<\/p>\n
While Block Inc. denies any wrongdoing, it agreed to settle to avoid a drawn-out trial. The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington approved the $12.5 million deal earlier this year, paving the way for refunds to Washington residents affected by the unauthorized texts between November 14, 2019, and August 7, 2025.<\/p>\n
Settlement SummaryDetailsCase NameBottoms v. Block Inc.Settlement Fund$12.5 millionEligible ClaimantsWashington residents who received Cash App referral texts without consentText PeriodNov 14, 2019 \u2013 Aug 7, 2025Estimated Payout$88 \u2013 $147Claim DeadlineOctober 27, 2025Official WebsiteBottomsTextSettlement.com<\/a><\/p>\n How the Lawsuit Started<\/p>\n The lawsuit was filed after Washington residents reported receiving Cash App referral messages they didn\u2019t authorize \u2014 short, catchy texts encouraging them to sign up for the platform.<\/p>\n Plaintiffs argued these communications violated CEMA, which prohibits unsolicited commercial electronic messages, and the CPA, which safeguards consumers against deceptive or unfair business practices.<\/p>\n Cash App\u2019s referral feature allegedly allowed users to trigger pre-written invitations to contacts, but those texts appeared to come directly from Cash App itself \u2014 not the user. That distinction, plaintiffs claimed, made them unsolicited corporate advertising, not peer-to-peer referrals.<\/p>\n The case gained traction as part of a broader wave of privacy-related suits targeting tech companies for automated marketing without consent \u2014 a trend that\u2019s redefining how businesses handle user outreach.<\/p>\n Who Qualifies for a Payment<\/p>\n Only Washington residents qualify, and you must meet these criteria:<\/p>\n Eligibility RequirementDescriptionResidencyMust currently live in Washington StateMessage PeriodReceived a Cash App referral text between Nov 14, 2019, and Aug 7, 2025Consent StatusDid not provide prior consent to receive promotional textsClaim DeadlineMust submit claim by October 27, 2025<\/p>\n If you\u2019re unsure whether you\u2019re eligible, you can verify your phone number through the official settlement website: BottomsTextSettlement.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n How to File a Claim<\/p>\n You have two options: online submission or mail-in form. The online method is faster and strongly recommended.<\/p>\n Online Submission<\/p>\n Go to BottomsTextSettlement.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Click \u201cSubmit Claim.\u201d<\/p>\n Enter your name, phone number, and mailing address.<\/p>\n Certify that you did not consent to Cash App marketing texts.<\/p>\n Submit the form no later than October 27, 2025.<\/p>\n Mail Submission<\/p>\n If you prefer to mail your claim: Bottoms v. Block Settlement Administrator
Send your completed form to:<\/p>\n
P.O. Box 2631
Baton Rouge, LA 70821<\/p>\n