Honey Chrome Extension Drops to 15M Users Amid Controversy

Honey extension loses 5M users after shady tactics exposed. Learn why Honey’s user base is shrinking and what it means for online shoppers.
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Honey Chrome Extension Drops to 15M Users Amid Controversy
Why Is Honey Losing Millions of Chrome Users in 2025? If you’ve been wondering why the Honey Chrome extension’s user numbers are plummeting, you’re not alone. Once boasting over 20 million users, Honey has now dropped sharply to just 15 million active users on Chrome. Many shoppers who relied on Honey for automatic coupon codes and discounts are questioning whether the extension still delivers on its promises. This steep decline follows a series of troubling revelations about Honey’s business practices, raising red flags about how trustworthy the popular coupon tool really is.                         Image : Google Honey, owned by PayPal, was once praised for helping online shoppers save money effortlessly. However, a detailed exposé by the YouTube channel MegaLag uncovered that Honey engaged in questionable tactics — including manipulating which coupons appeared for users and diverting affiliate sales commissions from content creators to itself. These practices not only undermine Honey’…