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When do Black Friday software deals start in 2026?

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Black Friday 2026 is on November 27 and Cyber Monday is on November 30, but many software deals are already live. Some makers start around November 20, and a few run into December.

The key dates

The Indie App Sales event runs from November 27 to 30, 2026. Listed offers in our data start as early as the first days of November and many end on November 30 or December 1.

Security software such as password managers and VPNs often starts early too, so it's worth checking before the main weekend.

Should you buy early or wait?

If a deal states its price and end date, there's rarely a reason to wait for that app. The risk with waiting is forgetting, or missing a limited offer. The risk with buying early is a better offer appearing, which is uncommon for indie software that has already announced its sale.

Questions people ask

Is Cyber Monday better than Black Friday for software?

Usually it's the same sale. Many software offers run from before Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

Do deals return after Cyber Monday?

Some makers extend into December, and a few list later end dates. Check each deal's terms.

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