Honey faces class-action lawsuit over alleged scam against creators and users
Honey, a popular browser extension owned by PayPal, faces accusations of scamming influencers and users. Creators claim Honey steals affiliate revenue by replacing their tracking cookies, leading to lost commissions when users make purchases. Content creators allege that Honey does not find the best coupon codes, instead using inferior ones to benefit retailers. A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Honey, seeking over $5 million in damages. PayPal maintains that Honey provides savings and follows industry practices. The situation is still developing, with more information expected as the lawsuit progresses.