December 1, 2025 is Cyber Monday!
After the frenzy of Black Friday, online retailers are once again offering big discounts on electronics, fashion and more on the Monday after Thanksgiving.
But what exactly is Cyber Monday and how is it different from Black Friday? Here you can find out everything about sales events!
What is Cyber Monday?
Cyber Monday is like a big online winter sale. This day always falls on the first Monday after the Thanksgiving holiday in the US, which is right after the Black Friday weekend.
It all started in the US with Black Friday Shopping-Fireworks in stores exploding the weekend after Thanksgiving. But as the number of online purchases increased, Cyber Monday arrived around 2005 – a day when online stores could also get involved.
It wasn’t until 2010 that Cyber Monday became increasingly popular in Europe. Traditionally, online stores and local stores are active on Black Friday, while Cyber Monday takes place mostly online. But now shops are also following this trend.
When exactly is Cyber Monday?
But what day does Cyber Monday fall on? This question can be answered very simply: Cyber Monday takes place every year on the Monday after Black Friday, which is 4 days after American Thanksgiving. This year is December 1, 2025.
Online shopping is also popular on Cyber Monday
Which products are especially useful on Cyber Monday?
Often certain categories are reserved for Black Friday or destined for Cyber Monday. On Cyber Monday the focus is mainly on tech gadgets, smart home devices and fashion. Prices here are often reduced again today.
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Tips for hunting for bargains online
To help you get the most out of Cyber Monday, here are some tips you should keep in mind:
- Don’t rush to buy and check the warranty for the product you want. While big discounts make purchases tempting, you should also pay attention to warranties on Cyber Monday.
- Look for possible discount codes through newsletters or discounts for registered customers.
- Don’t be fooled by fake offers and only pay on credit from unknown stores to avoid unpleasant surprises.
- Try to avoid impulse purchases. Even discounted products will be too expensive if not used regularly.
With a clear budget, a little preparation and a cool head, Cyber Monday can be enjoyed without stress. This way you can benefit from the offers without getting carried away with haggling.
