If you act quickly and file a claim by next month, you could receive a payment from a major tech corporation.

In May, Oracle America settled a class-action lawsuit for $115 million over allegations that it was tracking user activities both online and offline, as stated in a complaint filed in Northern California.

The lawsuit claims that Oracle sold or shared users’ personal information with third parties without consent, breaching privacy regulations.

The lawsuit indicates, “Operating as a global data broker, Oracle maintains a system that monitors and retains the personal data of millions indefinitely with no means for users to legally consent to such surveillance.”

Though Oracle asserts it has not engaged in any unlawful practices, it agreed to this settlement to sidestep the costs associated with prolonged legal disputes, according to the settlement documentation.

At this time, no judgement has been made against Oracle, and no legal violations have been confirmed, as mentioned on the settlement administrator’s site.

Here’s what you need to understand.

Who is Eligible for the Oracle Settlement Class?

Individuals who have made in-store purchases, utilized geolocation services, or browsed the internet in the past six years may qualify for a share of the $115 million settlement fund.

The relevant timeframe for eligibility starts from August 19, 2018, and concludes when a final ruling is made on the case, as stated on the settlement administrator’s website.

If the settlement is confirmed on November 14, then all individuals meeting the following criteria can submit a claim:

• “All individuals in the U.S. whose personal information was gathered, collected, or made available for sale by Oracle Advertising technologies from August 19, 2018, to the final judgement date.”

How and When to Submit an Oracle Settlement Claim?

If you wish to receive compensation related to the proposed settlement, you may file a claim either online or via traditional mail.

All claims, regardless of how they are submitted, must be completed by Thursday, October 17.

If you are filing by mail, you can download the claim form or reach out to the settlement administrator at 1-888-255-4036 to request that one be sent to you.

Mail your completed claim form to the following address:

Katz-Lacabe et al v. Oracle America, Inc.c/o Settlement Administrator1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210Philadelphia, PA 19103

You will need to include a personal statement along with your full name, contact details, proof of residency, confirmation that you have only submitted one claim, and evidence of your data being tracked by Oracle.

What Can I Expect to Receive from the Oracle Settlement Fund?

Oracle is set to provide both monetary and non-monetary compensation as part of the class-action settlement.

Approximately $28.75 million will be taken from the $115 million for legal fees, plus up to $225,000 for other incurred expenses related to the litigation. Additionally, two class representatives will each receive $10,000 in recognition of their involvement in the settlement process.

The remaining funds will be distributed among class members who have submitted valid claims, either online or by mail. Each member will receive an equal share, although the exact amount will depend on the total number of valid claims submitted.

“Since the precise payment amount for each valid claim can only be determined after all claims are received and validated, it’s not possible to specify the amount before the claim deadline,” as detailed on the settlement administrator’s website.

Class members can choose to receive their compensation via Zelle, Venmo, ACH Transfer,

Alternatively, users can opt for a paper check.

Additionally, they have consented to refrain from collecting user-created data found in referrer URLs linked to a website user, as well as any information typed by a user in an online web form, except for Oracle’s own sites. They will also establish an audit system to regularly assess customer adherence to their contractual obligations regarding consumer privacy.