Honey, the widely used browser extension owned by PayPal, is currently embroiled in a significant controversy. A recent investigative video reveals that the extension, which aims to help users save money, not only overlooks crucial discounts but also deliberately diverts affiliate earnings away from content creators.
Video alleges Honey scams users out of top deals and creators out of earnings
If you’ve shopped online during this holiday season, chances are you’ve heard of or used PayPal Honey. This extension is compatible with browsers like Chrome and Safari and has gained popularity for a good reason.
Honey claims to deliver the best deals and coupon codes for online purchases with ease, but it is now at the heart of a major debate.
A detailed multi-year investigation showcases two primary issues with Honey:
- Failing to deliver the best deals, a core promise made to users
- Taking away revenue from creators by eliminating their affiliate links
The YouTube channel MegaLag explains that Honey utilizes various strategies to not only mislead users from uncovering the best deals but also to siphon essential affiliate revenue from creators by substituting their affiliate links with its own.
Here’s the complete video:
No official response from PayPal regarding the Honey controversy
As of now, PayPal has not made an official comment about the investigative video, but much of the information revealed by MegaLag seems tough to dispute.
In particular, PayPal confirmed to MegaLag that the extension’s functionality was working as intended in at least one instance.
Sadly, for a browser extension that appeared to present substantial benefits to users for minimal cost, the familiar saying rings true: if something seems too good to be true, it likely isn’t.
What are your thoughts on the Honey controversy? Share your opinions in the comments.
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