Krispy Kreme Data Breach Class Action Settlement ($1.6 Million)
Krispy Kreme Data Breach Class Action Settlement
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation agreed to a $1,616,760 settlement to resolve a class action arising from a data incident discovered on November 29, 2024, in which unauthorized parties accessed customers' private information including names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and financial account access information. Class members can claim up to $3,500 for documented losses or receive an estimated $75 in alternate cash with no documentation required. All class members also receive one year of free credit monitoring.
Settlement fund
$1.6M
Pro rata, common fund
Alternate cash (no proof)
~$75
Subject to pro rata adjustment
Claim deadline
Closed
Jun 22, 2026
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Do you qualify?
You may qualify if ALL of the following apply:
- You are a living individual residing in the United States
- You were sent a notice of the Data Incident indicating that your private information may have been impacted
- You submit a valid Claim Form by June 22, 2026 to receive a cash payment (credit monitoring is automatic and requires no claim form)
- Excluded: Directors, officers, and agents of Krispy Kreme or its subsidiaries and affiliates; governmental entities; the Judge and Court staff; and those who timely opt out.
Unsure whether you qualify? Contact the Settlement Administrator at info@KrispyKremeDataSettlement.com or call (877) 239-1879.
What happened
On November 29, 2024, Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation discovered a data incident involving unauthorized access to or acquisition of customers' private information. The compromised data includes some combination of names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and financial account access information. A class action lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina (In Re: Krispy Kreme Data Security Litigation, Case No. 3:25-cv-00434-MOC-SCR), alleging that Krispy Kreme failed to adequately protect this information.
Krispy Kreme denies all legal claims and denies any wrongdoing or liability. The Court has not made any determination of wrongdoing. The parties agreed to a $1,616,760 settlement to avoid the risk, cost, and time of continuing the lawsuit. Class members may file for documented losses up to $3,500 or receive an estimated alternate cash payment of $75 with no documentation required. All class members also automatically receive one year of credit monitoring, and Krispy Kreme is implementing additional security measures.
How to file a claim
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Confirm you received a data incident notice
Class members were sent a notice indicating their private information may have been impacted. If you are not sure you qualify, contact the Settlement Administrator at info@KrispyKremeDataSettlement.com or call (877) 239-1879.
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Choose your cash benefit
Option A: file for documented losses related to fraud or identity theft for up to $3,500 (requires reasonable documentation such as telephone records, emails, or receipts). Option B: file for an estimated alternate cash payment of $75 with no documentation required. If you file for Option A but don't provide valid documentation, your claim will be processed as Option B.
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File online or by mail
Fastest option: submit your claim online at krispykremedatasettlement.com. To file by mail: send your completed Claim Form to Krispy Kreme Data Incident, Settlement Administrator, PO Box 2047, Portland, OR 97208-2047. Claims must be submitted or postmarked by June 22, 2026.
For general information, notice documents, and the full Settlement Agreement, visit the official settlement website: krispykremedatasettlement.com.
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Receive your benefits
Credit monitoring activation codes were provided on postcard notices sent to class members on March 25, 2026. If you did not receive one, contact the Settlement Administrator to obtain your code. Credit monitoring will activate after the settlement is finally approved. Cash payments will be issued after the July 6, 2026 final approval hearing and any appeals are resolved.
Key dates
- Jun 6, 2026 Opt-out and objection deadline Upcoming
- Jun 22, 2026 Claim filing deadline Upcoming
- Jul 6, 2026 Final approval hearing (9:30 a.m. EDT, Charlotte, NC) Upcoming
- Benefits issued after final approval and any appeals TBD
The final approval hearing will be held before the Honorable Max O. Cogburn, Jr. at the Charles R. Jonas Federal Building, 401 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Date and time may change; check krispykremedatasettlement.com for updates.
Where your money goes
Credit monitoring costs are deducted from the Net Settlement Fund first, then the remaining balance funds cash payments. If total valid claims exceed the remaining amount, payments are reduced pro rata. If claims are lower, payments may increase.
All amounts listed above are pending and subject to final court approval at the fairness hearing.
Common questions
What benefits can I claim?
You have two cash options. Option A: file for reimbursement of documented losses related to fraud or identity theft for up to $3,500 (requires reasonable documentation such as telephone records, emails, or receipts). Option B: file for an estimated alternate cash payment of $75 with no documentation required. All class members also automatically receive one year of credit monitoring at no cost and without needing to file a claim. Krispy Kreme is also implementing additional security measures as part of the settlement.
What documentation do I need?
If you choose the $75 alternate cash payment (Option B), no documentation is needed. If you choose documented losses (Option A), you must provide reasonable documentation such as telephone records, correspondence including emails, or receipts. Personal certifications, declarations, or affidavits alone are not sufficient but may be included to support other documentation. If your Option A claim is deemed invalid, it will automatically be processed as an Option B claim for $75.
What if I did not receive a notice about this data incident?
If you believe you may be a class member but did not receive a notice, contact the Settlement Administrator at info@KrispyKremeDataSettlement.com or call (877) 239-1879 to verify your eligibility. You can also visit krispykremedatasettlement.com for more information.
Does staying in the class affect my right to sue Krispy Kreme later?
Yes. If you remain in the Settlement Class, you release your claims against Krispy Kreme and other Released Parties related to the Data Incident. To preserve your right to sue, you must mail a written exclusion request to the Settlement Administrator, postmarked by June 6, 2026. You cannot opt out by telephone or email.
When will payments be sent out?
The Court is scheduled to hold a Final Approval Hearing on July 6, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. EDT in Charlotte, NC. Benefits will be provided after the settlement is approved and becomes final. Credit monitoring activation codes were included on postcard notices sent March 25, 2026, and will activate after final approval. Check krispykremedatasettlement.com for updates on timing.
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A note on our role
Dapeer Law, P.A. did not act as lead counsel or otherwise participate in litigating the above class action and provides this information to remind class members of the deadline to submit a claim for a share of the settlement.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Dapeer Law, P.A. is not the administrator of this settlement and is not affiliated with Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation or Epiq (the Settlement Administrator). For official information, visit krispykremedatasettlement.com or call (877) 239-1879. Class Counsel are Jeff Ostrow of Kopelowitz Ostrow P.A., Mariya Weekes of Milberg PLLC, Scott Cole of Cole & Van Note, and David Wilkerson of Wilkerson Justus PLLC. This website is attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
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