How to Save Money Automatically with Honey
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Let’s be real: who doesn’t love saving money? But let’s also be real about something else—searching for coupon codes can be a hassle. You’re all set to check out, but you end up spending 20 minutes hunting down codes that either don’t work or are expired. That’s where Honey steps in to save the day (and your wallet)! Honey is a free browser extension that automatically finds and applies the best discount codes at checkout. No more code hunting, no more wasted time—just savings, automatically.
In this guide, I’m going to walk you through exactly how to set up and use Honey so you can start saving money every time you shop online. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Install Honey
First things first, if you don’t already have Honey installed, let’s fix that! Here’s how to do it:
1. Go to Honey’s website: Click the “Add to Browser” button to install it.
2. Follow the Prompts: Honey will walk you through the steps to get it set up in your browser. It’s quick and easy, and within a minute or two, Honey will be ready to help you save.
3. Create a Free Account: While you can use Honey without an account, signing up gives you access to extra features like cashback with Honey Gold. You can sign up using an email, Google, or Facebook account.
And that’s it—you’re all set! Now let’s talk about how to use Honey to automatically save money when you shop online.
Step 2: Shop Like Normal
The best part about Honey is that it works behind the scenes. You don’t have to do anything extra. Just shop online like you normally would at your favorite stores. Honey works with thousands of retailers, including Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more.
Here’s how it works:
1. Add Items to Your Cart: Browse and shop like usual. Add everything you want to your cart.
2. Go to Checkout: When you’re ready to buy, head to the checkout page.
3. Honey Pops Up Automatically: This is the cool part—when you’re at the checkout page, Honey will pop up in the corner and let you know if it found any coupon codes for you. All you have to do is click “Apply Coupons,” and Honey will automatically test all available codes for you.
4. Watch the Magic Happen: Honey will try each coupon code it finds to see which one saves you the most money. Once it finds the best one, it’ll apply it to your order, and you’ll see your total drop!
Step 3: Use Honey's Droplist for Future Savings
Another awesome feature of Honey is its Droplist. If you’ve got your eye on something but aren’t ready to buy yet, you can use Honey to track the price and get notified when it drops.
Here’s how to use Droplist:
1. Add Items to Your Droplist: While browsing, you’ll see a small option that says “Add to Droplist” under the product price. Click it to start tracking the item.
2. Choose Your Price Threshold: You can set the price drop you’re waiting for—whether it’s 5%, 10%, or 50%. Honey will monitor the item for you.
3. Get Notified When the Price Drops: When the price drops to your chosen threshold, Honey will send you a notification so you can jump on the deal!
This is perfect for those bigger purchases when you want to wait for the right moment to buy.
Step 4: Earn Cashback with Honey Gold
If saving money wasn’t enough, you can also earn cashback when you shop using Honey’s Honey Gold program. Here’s how it works:
1. Activate Honey Gold: When you’re on a store’s website, Honey will let you know if that store offers cashback through Honey Gold. Just click “Activate” when the Honey pop-up appears.
2. Shop as Usual: Once Honey Gold is activated, shop like normal, and you’ll earn points on your purchase.
3. Redeem for Gift Cards: When you’ve collected enough points (called Honey Gold), you can redeem them for gift cards to places like Amazon, Target, and more. It’s like getting free money just for shopping!
Step 5: Maximize Your Savings with Honey
To really get the most out of Honey, here are a few tips:
1. Always Check for Cashback: Don’t forget to check for Honey Gold opportunities when you shop. Some stores offer higher cashback percentages during special events or holidays, so keep an eye out for those extra savings.
2. Track Price Drops: Make the most of the Droplist feature. Add items you’re thinking about buying and wait for the price to drop instead of purchasing right away.
3. Double Up on Savings: Use Honey in combination with other savings methods like store sales, rewards programs, or credit card points to maximize your savings.
Final Thoughts: Start Saving Money Automatically with Honey
There’s really no reason not to use Honey. It’s free, it’s easy, and it literally saves you money with zero effort. Whether you’re shopping for everyday items or something special, Honey helps you find the best deals and apply discounts automatically. Plus, with features like Droplist and Honey Gold, you can earn even more while you save.
If you haven’t installed Honey yet, click here to get started and start saving money automatically with every purchase!