PayPal’s Honey browser extension has been recognized for its effectiveness in helping users find online shopping coupons. However, recent allegations have emerged, labeling it a “scam” following a detailed investigation by YouTuber MegaLag, who accused Honey of “stealing money from influencers.”
The investigation highlights Honey’s use of last-click attribution, a controversial method in online shopping referrals that attributes sales credit to the last affiliate cookie active before checkout. According to MegaLag’s findings, Honey replaces other tracking cookies with its own during user interactions.
In response to these allegations, the company asserts that it adheres to “industry rules and practices,” including the last-click attribution model. Nonetheless, many creators who feel they have lost revenue due to this practice are expressing their dissatisfaction. Notable YouTube channels, including Legal Eagle and GamersNexus, are now pursuing legal action.
Below, you will find a compilation of our coverage regarding this ongoing controversy.
- Google modifies Chrome extension policies in response to the Honey link scandal
- GamersNexus is spearheading a new class action lawsuit against PayPal.
- YouTuber Legal Eagle is taking legal action over PayPal’s Honey extension.
- Honey’s browser extension is accused of exploiting customers and YouTubers.
