Frequently asked questions
Everything about the AI advisor, pricing accuracy, store coverage and how the site makes money.
When is Black Friday 2026?
Black Friday 2026 falls on Friday, November 27 — the day after Thanksgiving (November 26). Cyber Monday follows on November 30. Deals reliably start appearing from late October, with the biggest waves during the week of Black Friday itself.
Is blackfriday.chat free to use?
Yes — 100% free, no signup, no limits on normal use. The site is supported by affiliate commissions: when you buy through our links, the retailer pays us a small percentage at no extra cost to you.
How does the AI find deals?
The advisor combines knowledge of historical Black Friday pricing patterns with your budget and needs, then points you to the exact product pages or searches on Amazon and other major retailers. You always see live prices on the retailer page before buying.
Are the prices shown on this site live?
No chat suggestion should be treated as a live price. The advisor speaks in typical price ranges based on past Black Friday sales and always links you to the retailer for the current, authoritative price. Deal pages that show live prices are refreshed every 10 minutes.
Which stores are covered?
Amazon is covered in depth (with direct product links), and the Deals Hub tracks the official Black Friday hubs of Walmart, Best Buy, Target, eBay, Newegg, Costco and Home Depot.
Do you earn commissions from my purchases?
Yes. As an Amazon Associate and through other affiliate programs, blackfriday.chat earns from qualifying purchases. This never changes the price you pay and never influences our recommendation order.
What are the best things to buy on Black Friday?
Historically the deepest discounts land on TVs and electronics, laptops, headphones, small kitchen appliances, robot vacuums, toys, and previous-generation smartphones and tablets. See our full guide for a category-by-category breakdown.
How do I avoid fake Black Friday "deals"?
Check price history with free tools like CamelCamelCamel or Keepa before buying — some items are priced the same as they were weeks earlier. Buy from the retailer’s official sale page, and be skeptical of countdown timers on lesser-known shops.