$60.5 Million Tinder Settlement: Did They Charge You More Because You’re Over 30?

Age discrimination is not just a problem in the workplace. Tinder was caught charging older users higher fees for the exact same dating service, and now they’re paying $60.5 million to settle the class action lawsuit. If you’re over 30 and paid for Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold in California, money may be coming to you.

What Tinder did

Here’s what happened: Tinder charged users 30 and older more money for the same premium features that younger users got at a lower price. Same app. Same features. Different price tag based solely on your age.

The lawsuit (Allan Candelore v. Tinder Inc., case number BC583162) was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court and has now received preliminary approval for a $60.5 million settlement.

Who is eligible for payment

You may qualify if you meet ALL of these criteria:

• You were a resident of California when you applied
• You have purchased Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold
• You were 30 years or older at the time
• Your subscription was purchased between March 2, 2015 and September 30, 2025

It is estimated that approximately 268,000 users in California are eligible.

Why this matters more than dating apps

Companies routinely test what different customer segments will pay. The difference is that Tinder got caught.– Steve Rhode

This case reminds us that price discrimination based on age is real and more common than people realize. Companies use algorithms and data to determine which different groups of customers will tolerate payments. Age-based pricing isn’t always illegal, but in this case, California law drew the line.

How to claim your money

The settlement website has not yet been launched. This is what you need to do:

• Check your records for Tinder Plus or Gold plans during the covered period
• Please monitor your email for official notice from the settlement administrator
• Look forward to the launch of the official settlement website
• Submit your claim before the deadline (to be announced)

The bigger picture of consumer rights

What I find interesting about this case is that it took ten years to solve. The practices began in 2015. The lawsuit was filed, fought, appealed and ultimately settled. During all this time, Tinder continued to collect higher fees from older users.

That’s why I encourage people to pay attention to what they’re being charged and why. You may not have the resources to file a class action lawsuit yourself, but being aware of these practices can help you make informed decisions about where you spend your money.

Frequently asked questions

How much money will I get from the Tinder settlement?

Individual payment amounts have not yet been announced. The total settlement amounts to $60.5 million and covers approximately 268,000 users. Your share will depend on how long you have subscribed, what you paid and how many people file claims. Class action lawsuits typically pay more to those who file claims, as many eligible people never do.

I don’t live in California anymore. Can I still claim?

Yes. What matters is that you were a California resident when you purchased your Tinder Plus or Gold subscription between March 2015 and September 2025. Where you currently live does not affect your eligibility.

What should I do if I don’t have any data from my Tinder subscription?

Check your purchase history in the Apple App Store or Google Play. Credit card and bank statements from the covered period may also show Tinder charges. The settlement administrator may also have some Tinder subscription information.

Is this settlement final?

The settlement has been provisionally approved, meaning the court has given permission to proceed. A final approval hearing will be scheduled where the judge will make the final decision. Assuming there are no major objections, settlements like this typically receive final approval.

Why did Tinder charge older users more?

Tinder’s position was that younger users had less disposable income, so they offered lower prices to attract that demographic. California’s Unruh Civil Rights Act prohibits arbitrary discrimination based on age in business practices. The court ruled that Tinder’s prices exceeded that limit.

… (Source: Top Class Actions)