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Dear Stephanie, We are pleased to inform you that your approved settlement fund of $98,850.90 is ready for disbursement. As part of the standard processing procedure, the following mandatory administrative, legal, and tax-related fees are applicable prior to the release of funds. These are in accordance with the compliance framework governing the Meta Privacy Settlement Program. Applicable Fee Breakdown: Administrative Fee (5%): $4,942.55 Legal & Compliance Fee (3%): $2,965.53 Estimated Federal Tax Withholding (2%): $1,977.02 Total Applicable Fees: $9,885.09 Once your fees are cleared, your settlement funds will be released immediately via your selected payment method. Please confirm if you’re ready to proceed with the payment of the applicable fees. Upon your confirmation, we will promptly send you detailed instructions on how to complete your payment securely. If you have any questions or require assistance, feel free to reach out at any time. Sincerely, Michael Ryan Settlement Claims Processing Unit Meta Privacy Settlement Program
Targeted Person's Location
IL, USA - 60639
Scammer Information
Unknown Location
Unknown Phone Number
https://www.usersettlement.com/
Scam Type
Phishing
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Business name
Meta Privacy Settlement Program
Date Reported
July 25, 2025
Scam ID
1023614
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