A new lawsuit alleges that the PayPal-owned browser extension Honey is cheating creators out of money.
Honey, which PayPal acquired for $4 billion in 2019, works by automatically presenting users with relevant coupon codes as they shop. However, in a video posted last month, YouTuber MegaLag described Honey as a “scam” that’s “stealing money from influencers.”
Popular YouTuber LegalEagle has initiated a lawsuit against PayPal, alleging misuse of the ‘Sleeping Leech Honey’ browser extension. The legal action highlights increasing concerns over digital privacy and security within online payment platforms.
According to the lawsuit, the ‘Sleeping Leech Honey’ extension, which is designed to save users money by automatically applying coupon codes at checkout, has been improperly utilized by PayPal. LegalEagle claims that the extension has been collecting and using users’ data without explicit consent, raising serious privacy issues.

This case marks a significant moment in the ongoing discussion about digital consent and the ethical use of technology in e-commerce. As more details unfold, the outcome of this legal battle could set a precedent for how tech companies handle user data and privacy in the future.