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If you got a notice about the iHeartMedia data breach, you may be able to take action to recover money for any harm.

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Massive iHeart Media Data Breach May Have Exposed Customer Information – Are You Affected?

If You’ve Interacted with iHeart Media, Your Personal Data May Be at Risk – Here’s What You Need to Know

A recent class action investigation has been launched following reports of a significant data breach at iHeart Media, one of the largest audio media companies in the United States. Individuals who have engaged with iHeart Media—whether through contests, subscriptions, or online platforms—may have had their sensitive personal information exposed, potentially putting them at risk of identity theft, fraud, and other cybersecurity threats.

What Happened?

According to reports, the iHeart Media data breach may have compromised a wide range of customer information, including:

  • Full names

  • Social Security numbers

  • Driver’s license or state ID numbers

  • Financial account details

  • Other personal identifiers

This breach could lead to serious consequences for those affected, including fraudulent charges, unauthorized use of personal data, and long-term identity monitoring concerns.

The breach occurred between December 24 and 27 and affected files that had been stored on systems at a limited number of local stations. The company detected the incident in December, resolved the breach within a week, and concluded its investigation by April 11, 2025. Notifications to impacted individuals began on April 30. While iHeartMedia has not disclosed the total number of affected individuals, it confirmed that residents of Maine, Rhode Island, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, and New Mexico were among those impacted. All compromised files included names, with some also containing financial and government-issued identification details. The company stated that it promptly enacted its response protocols, contained the intrusion, and involved a third-party cybersecurity firm and law enforcement. To mitigate risk, iHeartMedia announced that it is offering one year of credit monitoring and identity theft protection to affected individuals and has implemented enhanced security measures following the breach.

Why This Matters

Data breaches like this one are becoming alarmingly common, and they often leave everyday consumers vulnerable to real and lasting harm. Cybercriminals can use exposed information to open new credit accounts, file fake tax returns, or sell stolen data on illicit markets. If your data was part of this breach, you could be facing financial loss, reputational damage, and legal headaches.

The good news? You may be entitled to financial compensation if your data was compromised.

Who Qualifies to File a Claim?

If you interacted with iHeart Media in recent years—through streaming services, contests, loyalty programs, or other digital platforms—your information may have been part of the breach. A legal investigation is underway to help victims pursue justice and hold iHeart Media accountable for failing to properly safeguard personal data.

Filing a claim is free, and you may be eligible for monetary compensation depending on the extent of the breach and its impact on your security.

What You Should Do Next

To find out if you’re eligible to join the lawsuit, visit the official claim page and provide your details. The process is quick, secure, and costs nothing to check your eligibility for potential compensation.

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Key Differences Between Mass Tort and Class Action Lawsuits

Structure:
  • Mass Tort: Involves multiple individual lawsuits grouped together due to common elements or defendants.
  • Class Action Lawsuits: A single lawsuit brought on behalf of a larger group, known as the class, with a designated representative plaintiff.
Individual Control:
  • Mass Tort: Each plaintiff maintains control over their case and its resolution.
  • Class Action Lawsuits: Class members have limited control over the lawsuit, with decisions made by the representative plaintiff and their legal team.
Compensation:
  • Mass Tort: Compensation and settlements are determined individually, considering the unique circumstances and harm suffered by each plaintiff.
  • Class Action Lawsuits: Compensation and settlements are typically distributed uniformly among all class members, often on a pro-rata basis.
Applicability:
  • Mass Tort: Ideal when cases involve varying degrees of harm or distinct circumstances for each plaintiff.
  • Class Action Lawsuits: Effective when numerous claimants have similar claims and a uniform resolution is practical.
Efficiency:
  • Mass Tort: May be more time-consuming and complex due to individual case management.
  • Class Action Lawsuits: Generally more efficient in terms of time and resources as it consolidates claims into one proceeding.
Understanding these differences is crucial for both plaintiffs and defendants when determining the most appropriate legal strategy for addressing a collective grievance or harm.