Nectar Notifier

What is the Nectar notifier?

The Nectar notifier is an internet application which allows you to collect Nectar points when searching the web. You will collect 1 point for every 2 valid searches you make, up to a maximum of 200 points per month. The Nectar notifier also informs you when you are on a website where you could be collecting Nectar points, so you will be sure to never miss out.

What are the benefits of using the Nectar notifier?

The Nectar Nectar notifier will help you rack up points even quicker:

• You will collect points just for searching the internet.
• You will be reminded every time you are on a site where you can collect points for your purchases, making sure you go via nectar.com to collect your points.

How many points will I collect?

You will receive 100 points when you first download the Nectar notifier.  You will also collect 1 point for every 2 valid searches you make (up to 200 points per month).  Finally, if you click on the shopping reminders you will also collect points when shopping online at over 400 brands.

When will I get my points?

Points will be credited to your account within 28 days of the end of each month, although it will often be sooner. So, for example, if you downloaded the extension or did searches in August, those points will be credited to you by the 28th of September at the latest.

How do I install the Nectar notifier?

Please refer to our Nectar notifier installation section for instructions.

What operating systems and browsers is the Nectar notifier compatible with?

Click here for system requirements.

Can I install the extension on different computers?

Yes, absolutely. The more computers you install the extension on, the easier it will be for you to collect points and ensure you reach the maximum of 200 points on searches each month.  Rest assured, your search balance will be remembered even if you switch browsers or computers regularly - provided you are always logged in to the Nectar notifier with your Nectar card number.

What do I do if others in my household use the same pc and they also want to collect points using the Nectar notifier?

This is a common situation.  For this reason, we have a log in and log out option which allows different Nectar collectors to use the same extension, each collecting points on their own account.  All you need to do is click on the 'Deactivate' button in the bottom menu of the extension to log one user out, and then enter another Nectar card number to log the next user in.  You can do this as many times as you wish, and the extension will remember each collector's search/points balance.

I installed the Nectar Toolbar before, but I've just found out there is a new one? What do I do?

You will need to uninstall the toolbar you already have installed first. To do this in Internet Explorer and Firefox click on the 'Help & Tools' button in the toolbar and select 'Uninstall'. In Chrome, right click on the Nectar icon and select 'Remove from Chrome'. Once you've uninstalled the old one, you can install the new one by clicking on the 'Add to browser' button at the top of this page. For help with installation, please see the FAQ how do I install the Nectar Toolbar?

If I already downloaded the old toolbar will I get points when I download the new one?

Yes, we are offering 100 points for installing the new toolbar, regardless of whether you were using the old one previously or not, to thank you for taking the time to switch.

How long will the old toolbar keep on working for?

The old toolbar will expire very soon, so we recommend you install the new one as soon as possible to keep collecting points. To make it worth your while, we are offering you 100 points for switching.

I already have another company's toolbar installed, but I'd like to install the Nectar notifier too; can I have both?

Yes, it is possible for you to have more than one toolbar installed on your browser at the same time.

Do I have to be logged into nectar.com to download the Nectar notifer?

You don't have to be logged into nectar.com to download the browser extension, but once you have downloaded it you will be prompted to input your Nectar card number in order to activate it. If you aren't prompted, just enter your card number. You will remain logged into the extension with that account, unless you choose to log out (deactivate your card number). If you log out, you won't be collecting points on your searches until you log back in. You can log back in with your own card number or another card number. This allows different Nectar collectors to collect points on their own accounts using the same browser extension, which is very useful for couples and families who share a computer.

Do I have to pay to download and use the Nectar notifier?

No. The Nectar notifier is 100% free to use, and will allow you to collect even more Nectar points for things you do already, like searching and shopping online, which you can then redeem on a range of fantastic rewards.

Will the Nectar notifier install spyware, adware or malware on my computer?

No. The Nectar notifier is free from spyware, adware and malware, and it's also offically approved by all compatible web browser's vendors (Google Chrome, Apple Safari and Mozilla Firefox).

Will I receive good quality search results?

Absolutely! The Nectar notifier is powered by Yahoo! who are a world leader in search engine technology. You will receive the same search results you would otherwise receive by going to www.yahoo.com but with the added advantage you will be collecting Nectar points!

My Nectar notifier is not showing. What do I do?

It may be that the extension is installed but is hidden or disabled. Please follow the steps below to enable it.

Firefox

• Open the Firefox menu and choose 'Add-ons'.
• In the add-ons menu click on 'Extensions',  find the 'Nectar notifier' and click 'Enable'.
• Restart the browser and the browser extension should appear.
• If the browser extension still does not appear, right click on the home button (in the top right hand corner of your browser), and choose 'Nectar notifier'.

Safari

• Click on the gear icon in the top right hand corner of the browser.
• Then click on 'Preferences'.
• A new window will then open, and you should click on the 'Extensions' icon in the top of the window (if not already selected).
• Now find the 'Nectar notifier' and tick the box next to 'Enable Nectar notifier'.
• The browser extension should appear immediately as soon as you do this. If not, try closing and re-opening the browser.

Chrome

• Click on the menu icon in the top right hand corner of the browser, and then select 'Settings'.
  Select 'Extensions'
• Find the 'Nectar notifier' and tick the 'Enable' box.
• You should see a Nectar icon appear to the right of your address bar in Chrome as soon as you tick the box. That's the Nectar extension.

If you don't see 'Nectar notifier' when you follow the steps above it means the extension hasn't been properly installed, so please try installing again by clicking on the 'Add to browser' button at the top of this page.

I am having difficulties installing the Nectar notifier. What do I do?

If you are receiving error messages when trying to install the browser extension, you may not have admin privileges on your computer. If you are not the administrator for your machine, you will need to contact the administrator and get them to install the browser extension. If you are the administrator, it may be that the extension was successfully installed but is hidden. See the FAQ My Nectar notifier is not showing. What do I do? or contact us if you are still not able to install successfully.

How do I search the internet with the Nectar notifier?

Open the extension, type in your search term then hit 'enter' on your keyboard. Your search results will appear in the browser window. It's that simple! If you have not modified the custom settings during installation any searches you do in your browser's address bar or search box will also be counted.

Why are my search results coming from Yahoo! Since I installed the Nectar notifier?

Your search results are coming from Yahoo!, because the Nectar notifier is powered by Yahoo! And this is how we are able to give you points for your web searches, as long as you have searched within the extension.

Why is the Nectar notifier telling me my search was invalid? How can I make sure I am doing valid searches?

Only valid searches will qualify you to earn Nectar points. In order for a search to be valid, you have to be in the UK, the query has to be something meaningful or logical, and it must produce results. Queries that originate from automated processes or display non-natural patterns will be identified as invalid and will therefore not accrue points. If you saw a message saying your search was invalid for a query you think should be valid, try amending your search term slightly and then search again.

Why did my searches & points shown on the Nectar notifier get reset to 0?

Don't worry, this is perfectly normal. Every 1st of the month the searches & points counter gets reset to 0 because you can collect a maximum of 200 points on searches per calendar month. This will happen regardless whether you have reached the maximum or not. But don't worry, your points from the previous month will still be credited to your Nectar account.

What are the shopping reminders? How do they work?

Every time you are on a website where you can collect points, an overlay will appear in your browser window, reminding you to go via Nectar.com if you want to collect points on purchases made on that website. If you click on it, you will be redirected to the relevant brand page on Nectar website where your card number will be pre-populated and all you need to do is click on the 'Shop now' button. You will then be directed back to the website which you were on and can proceed with your purchase knowing you will collect points.
Please note that points collected by shopping are awarded according to different timelines than the points collected by searching. See the FAQ When will I get my points? for more details.

Will I receive the shopping reminder for any brand that is part of Nectar.com?

Unfortunately, there are a handful of brands that have chosen not to participate with reminders from the Nectar notifer. However, these are very few.

How do I uninstall the Nectar Toolbar?

We are sorry to hear that you wish to uninstall.

Please refer to our Nectar notifier uninstallation section for instructions.

My question is not here. How can I find the answer?

Click here to contact us and we'll be happy to assist.