Paid online surveys FAQ:
How do paid surveys work?
Before the internet, marketing research companies used to pay people by the hour to bother you on the telephone or in a mall for consumer opinion research. Nowdays these companies can reach a lot of people (such as you) directly online. Since they don't have to pay someone to stand in a mall anymore, it is very easy and cost effective to give you $3, $5 or even more cash to take a survey. If you take a lot of surveys, it can add up to some pretty nice money. Many people do just that for extra legitimate work at home income.
Are Online Paid Surveys Scams?
Absolutely not. We connect you with several free opportunies online to find a paid survey. Scam artists are really easy to spot - they promise wild riches if you buy their secret list for $39.95. Well, you will not gain anything by paying for a list. This is simply the same information that we supply for free. Membership is not required at surveyupdate.com either. Paid surveys will not make you rich. They are not free money. Like anything else legitimate, paid online surveys take your time, organization and commitment to make money. If someone promises you something for nothing, move on.
Where does the money come from?
Manufacturers of autos, household products, foods, etc. want to maximize their advertising dollars so they pay marketing research companies millions of dollars to do market research for them. These research companies reimburse you for your time.
Whats in it for them?
Lots of money. Knowing what people like and don't like, or buy and don't buy is absolutely crucial to a new product's success. This information is priceless. Spending a few million on research is a very good investment.
Do they sell my personal information?
No. They use the responses they get from you and other online survey takers to assemble reports about general consumer preferences (for example, 78% of men prefer widget X). Your personal information is not usually shared, sold or compromised unless you ask.
How much can I make?
That depends on how fast and how organized you are. Once you have established yourself with the major market research companies, It is possible to make a few hundred dollars a week in your spare time.
Can I use multiple identities and make two or three times as much?
This practice is against terms of service and defeats the effectiveness of the research.
How much does it cost me?
Nothing. If a company wants to charge you money, move on. You are the only one who should be paid. Online surveys require no investment but your time. If they want to charge you, that is your clue that it is probably a scam.
How and when do I get paid and who pays me?
Most companies pay within 3-6 weeks by check for online paid surveys. Cash Instant PayPal is offered by some. You are paid directly by the market research companies that we list here - not surveyupdate.com. Each one has its own payment policy and schedule.
What about the sweepstakes and prizes? I just want CASH.
The more surveys you take with a company, the more likely they are to offer you substantial cash offers. Focus groups can pay $50 or even as much as $250 for a few hours worth of opinion, but these are only offered to those people who have already taken at least a survey or two. That is why you should sign up for as many as you can and when you are notified of a new survey, act quickly. That first survey gets you in the door.