Google changes Chrome extension policies following the Honey link scandal

  • New policy is this:

    > Affiliate links, codes, or cookies must only be included when the extension provides a direct and transparent user benefit related to the extension’s core functionality. It is not permitted to inject affiliate links without related user action and without providing a tangible benefit to users.

    > Some common violations include:

    > Inserting affiliate links when no discount, cashback, or donation is provided.

    > An extension that continuously injects affiliate links in the background without related user action.