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Why critics say the honey extension went too far

The Honey browser extension is facing renewed scrutiny following new analysis from independent investigators. Critics point to alleged affiliate link manipulation and extensive data collection ...
Mashable

Google cracks down on Chrome extensions following Honey scandal

Google has changed its affiliate ads policies for Chrome extensions after the PayPal Honey debacle. Credit: Gabby Jones/Bloomberg via Getty Images Late last year, a YouTube video uncovering the shady ...

Google changes Chrome extension policies following the Honey link scandal

Google has updated its affiliate ads policy for Chrome extensions after creators accused PayPal’s popular Honey browser ...
9to5google

Honey has now lost 4 million Chrome users after shady tactics were revealed

Late last year the popular Chrome extension Honey (owned by PayPal) was revealed for employing a few shady tactics, and the extension has since lost around 4 million users on Google’s browser alone.
Android Police

Google updates Chrome extension guidance in wake of Honey drama

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Honey is accused of failing to provide real savings and sniping revenue from creators. Google has updated its rules on Chrome ...
9to5google

Honey finally discloses that it uses affiliate codes now that Google Chrome requires it

After being exposed for some shady practices last year, PayPal’s popular Honey extension has finally been forced to disclose that, yes, it takes advantage of merchant affiliate programs. Honey has ...
Law

PayPal Faces New Round of Claims; This Time Alleging Its 'Honey' Browser Extension Cheated Consumers

PayPal is facing multiple class actions from online influencers for allegedly pocketing their marketing commissions via its browser extension, Honey. Honey purports to scour the internet for the "best ...