About
PayPal Honey is a free shopping tool designed to help consumers save money effortlessly while shopping online. Once installed as a browser extension, Honey runs quietly in the background and activates automatically at checkout — scanning its database of coupons and promo codes from over 30,000 retailers globally. When valid codes are found, Honey applies the best one directly to your cart with a single click, eliminating the need to manually search for deals. Beyond coupon-finding, Honey offers a rewards program called Honey Gold. Shoppers earn Gold points on eligible purchases at participating stores, and once enough points accumulate they can be redeemed for gift cards to popular retailers — effectively giving cashback on everyday spending. Honey also includes a Droplist feature that tracks product prices and alerts users when items drop in price, making it ideal for timing big purchases. An Amazon Badge highlights whether products on Amazon are priced at their best historical rate. With over 17 million members and 141,000+ Chrome Store reviews, Honey has established itself as one of the most trusted browser-based shopping companions. Now part of the PayPal family, it integrates seamlessly with PayPal accounts for a unified checkout experience. Honey is completely free to use and requires no technical knowledge — making it a must-have tool for any online shopper looking to save time and money.
Key Features
- Automatic Coupon Search: Honey scans its database of promo codes at over 30,000 online stores and activates automatically at checkout without any manual effort.
- One-Click Code Application: When Honey finds valid coupon codes, it tests and applies the best one to your cart instantly with a single click.
- Honey Gold Rewards: Earn Gold points on eligible purchases at participating stores and redeem them for gift cards to popular retailers.
- Droplist Price Tracking: Add items to your Droplist and receive alerts when their prices drop, helping you time purchases for maximum savings.
- Amazon Price History Badge: The Amazon Badge shows whether a product is currently at its lowest historical price, so you never overpay.
Use Cases
- Online shoppers who want to automatically save money at checkout without manually searching for discount codes.
- Frequent Amazon buyers looking to verify they are getting the best historical price before completing a purchase.
- Budget-conscious consumers who want to earn passive cashback rewards on everyday online shopping.
- Deal hunters who track price drops on wishlisted items before committing to a purchase.
- PayPal users who want a unified, money-saving shopping experience integrated with their existing PayPal account.
Pros
- Completely Free: Honey costs nothing to install or use — it saves money without charging users any fees or subscriptions.
- Massive Retailer Coverage: With support for 30,000+ stores worldwide, Honey works across a huge range of shopping sites from major retailers to niche boutiques.
- Effortless Automation: No manual coupon hunting required — Honey works silently in the background and only appears when it can help you save.
- Rewards on Top of Savings: The Honey Gold program adds an extra layer of value by giving cashback-style rewards on everyday purchases.
Cons
- Coupon Availability Not Guaranteed: Honey doesn't always find working codes — savings depend on which coupons retailers make available and whether they are still valid.
- Browser Extension Required: Full functionality requires installing a browser extension, which some users may be reluctant to do due to privacy or performance concerns.
- Limited to Supported Stores: While 30,000+ stores is extensive, Honey may not have coupon data for every niche or small independent retailer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PayPal Honey free to use?
Yes, Honey is completely free to download and use. The extension costs nothing and there are no subscription fees — Honey earns revenue through partnerships with retailers.
How does Honey find coupon codes?
Honey maintains a continuously updated database of promo codes sourced from across the web. When you reach checkout at a supported store, the extension automatically tests available codes and applies whichever one saves you the most money.
What are Honey Gold Rewards and how do I redeem them?
Honey Gold is a rewards program where you earn points on eligible purchases at participating stores. Once you accumulate enough Gold, you can redeem it for gift cards to popular retailers directly through the Honey dashboard.
Is Honey safe to install?
Honey is owned by PayPal and used by over 17 million members. While it does require browser permissions to function, Honey states it only reads checkout-related data. Users should review Honey's privacy policy for full details on data handling.
Does Honey work on mobile devices?
Yes, Honey is available as a mobile app on both iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play), in addition to the browser extension for desktop shopping.
