Handy Technologies FTC/NY AG Refunds
File your claim on the official site → Takes you to Simpluris (1-833-647-9063) — filing is free.
What happened
The FTC and New York Attorney General alleged gig platform Handy deceived workers about potential earnings and hid fees and fines (like charges for "incomplete" jobs). In July 2026 the FTC sent 62,893 checks totaling more than $2.7 million.
Who qualifies
People who worked for the Handy platform at some time between January 2019 and November 2024; the FTC mailed checks directly — no claim filing needed.
How much you could get
62,893 checks totaling $2.7M+ mailed July 2026; amounts vary by person. Cash your check within 90 days
Key dates
| Proof required | none |
|---|---|
| Claims administrator | Simpluris (1-833-647-9063) |
Worth knowing
Payments are automatic — anyone asking you to pay or "verify" to receive this refund is a scammer. Checks expire if not cashed within 90 days.
Is this legit?
Yes — here is the paper trail we verified on 2026-07-10:
- https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds/handy-technologies-settlement — ftc.gov refund program page (fetched 2026-07-10)
- https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds — ftc.gov active refund programs chart
Scam check: the only place to file is the official administrator link above. Ignore texts or ads offering to "file for you" for a fee.