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iCloud Private Relay leaks can expose your real IP

Apple faces legal action over a flaw in its iCloud Private Relay service that leaks users' real IP addresses.

By · Published August 16, 2026 at 21:26 UTC · Updated August 16, 2026 at 22:27 UTC

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Source diversity sample: heise online · 9to5Mac · New York Post · Top Class Actions · Fox News.

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The brief

Apple is facing a class action lawsuit over a bug in its iCloud Private Relay service. The flaw can expose users' real IP addresses, contradicting the service's promise of enhanced privacy. The lawsuit alleges fraud and misleading consumers. According to heise online, 9to5Mac and the New York Post, the legal action centers on Apple's claims about the privacy features of iCloud+.

The lawsuit also targets Apple's Hide My Email feature, which is alleged not to work as advertised. Top Class Actions coverage specifies this. The lawsuit claims that Apple misled consumers about the effectiveness of these privacy tools. Fox News coverage specifies the nature of the flaw: it can expose users' real IP addresses.

The legal action is still in its early stages. It is not yet clear how Apple will respond to the allegations. Coverage does not yet specify the scope of the lawsuit or the potential impact on Apple's services.

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Quick answers

What is the iCloud Private Relay service?

iCloud Private Relay is a feature of Apple's iCloud+ service designed to enhance user privacy by encrypting internet traffic and masking IP addresses.

What is the Hide My Email feature?

Hide My Email is an Apple feature that generates unique, random email addresses to forward to a user's personal inbox, aiming to protect their privacy.

What is a class action lawsuit?

A class action lawsuit is a type of lawsuit where one or more plaintiffs sue on behalf of a larger group of people who have similar claims.

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