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Internet begging is a cyber or e-version of traditional begging, asking strangers for money to meet immediate and other needs (money, food, and shelter). It is also referred to as cyber begging and internet panhandling.

A cause website is the newest and more politically correct (PC) name for a cyber begging site that presents a personal appeal for funds or help.

During the early days of the Internet, cyber begging was evident in the form of personal advertisements for help on local bulletin board systems (BBS). As personal websites became more popular, individuals began advertising their needs using the features available through website authoring. Many Internet service providers (ISPs) offered a free homepage along with the basic dial-up connection service to the Internet. For many people, this was an opportunity to create an inexpensive website to host and share their personal experience and need. No clutter, just answers.