For individuals who owned an Apple Watch from its launch in 2015 up until February of last year, there’s a possibility of receiving a small financial settlement. This stems from a recent class action lawsuit that resulted in a $20 million agreement concerning issues related to battery swelling.

Apple has refuted any claims of wrongdoing, asserting in a statement shared with CNET, a partner publication of DailyHackly, that they “strongly contest the assertions made against these early models of Apple Watches.” Instead of incurring further legal costs, the company has opted to provide a one-time payment to resolve the matter swiftly. Given that the case, known as Smith et al. v. Apple Inc., spanned over five years, this decision is quite understandable.

However, obtaining your share of the settlement may not be straightforward. To be eligible, individuals must have previously reported battery swelling on a first-generation, Series 1, Series 2, or Series 3 Apple Watch to Apple between April 24, 2015, and February 6, 2024. If this applies to you, there is no need to file a claim, but there are several steps to follow to facilitate payment.

The first step is to watch for an email or postcard confirming your eligibility for a payout. This communication will include a notice ID or confirmation code that you will need to enter on the settlement portal to provide your payment details. You have until April 10 to submit this information. If you believe you qualify but do not receive any notification, you can reach out to a toll-free number or contact the settlement administrator’s office for assistance, as outlined in section 7 of the FAQ on the settlement website.

If you prefer to forfeit your participation in the settlement to retain the right to take individual legal action against Apple, this can also be achieved through the same channels. Once the settlement concludes, participants anticipate receiving approximately $20 for each affected Apple Watch, though this amount may fluctuate based on the total number of participants who submit their payment details, potentially reaching a maximum of $50 per watch.