TikTok Settles US Justice Department Privacy Lawsuit for $400 Million
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TikTok, ByteDance, US Justice Department
United States
August 21, 2026
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TikTok and ByteDance agreed to pay $400 million to resolve US Justice Department allegations regarding children's online privacy. The settlement follows a 2024 lawsuit alleging violations of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). TikTok has implemented significant changes to its management and privacy practices since the lawsuit was filed.
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