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Introduction to Taking Paid Surveys
Are you interested in earning money taking paid online surveys but tired of all the scams out there? The truth is that paid online surveys can earn you some extra spending money, but they are not intended to be a replacement for a full time job. Online Market research firms are not looking for professional survey takers; they are looking for a diverse group of panel members with some spare time that can offer their opinions on the latest products and services. If this sounds interesting to you, than let me share my experiences with some of the better paid online surveys, and show you how to earn extra income taking legitimate market research surveys online. If you are under 18 and interested in taking paid surveys online, you can find survey panels that accept teen participants on my Teen Surveys Lens.
Never Pay for Online Survey Panel Information!
Like any good thing, there are those that will always try to manipulate it, and use it to con unsuspecting individuals. Any site that charges for paid survey information should be avoided. These sites make money by charging you for list of paid survey panels that are free to join anyways. Worse, many of these sites inflate their listings with paid to try offer sites and other survey listing sites.The bottom line is that if you are looking for real paid market research opportunities, you need not pay a dime. They are all free to join, and we will discuss some of the better paying online surveys here.
Survey Panel of the Month: GlobalTestMarket
Open to International Members
GlobalTestMarket Highlights
- Pays Cash for Each Completed Online Survey.
- Earn a small Cash Reward for surveys that you do not qualify for, but attempt.
- Once you have $50 in your account, you can request a check in your local currency.
- Excellent way to share your opinions and influence the development of products and services from top companies.
- Like all the sites on this Lens, they do not spam you and Its FREE to Join!
- Sound Good? Join Now
How to Spot a Legitimate Paid Survey Panel
- The site should be hosted by an actual market research company with a web presence and contact information.
- The site should never charge fees or make exaggerated earning claims. Most online surveys pay anywhere from $2 to $25 per survey
- Check for an "about page" for some company history and specific information about their panel.
- Make sure the site looks professional, and does not just contain a bunch of links to other survey sites. Real market research firms do not advertise a bunch of other survey links, they just offer online surveys.
- Make sure the panel has a members area where you can view your stats, earnings, and member profile. Also if a site offers sweepstakes earnings, check for a current winners list.
- If it sounds to good to be true than beware!
- Google the site. What are other people saying about it? Read unbiased reviews from other members.
- Still unsure which sites to join. Don't worry I will list a few good paid survey panels to get you started.
Top 10 User-Rated Paid Market Research Panels
Earn Money Participating in these Free Paid Survey Panels
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affiliateface says:
I make a lot of money with my favourite program:) I think that was my best choice.
Posted May 18, 2009
sushie-chan says:
Yes, sometimes it's "funny" to take surveys and it's a good way for people who want to have littles rewards without doing big efforts. ^^
Posted May 17, 2009
chandana says:
Yes its a good way i got qualified in many surveys by various survey sites. even international members can participate anad earn. but earning is slow.
Posted May 06, 2009
No, the rewards are too little for the time and effort.
AddMoreReps says:
Undecided. Seems like it would take a-lot of time. i guess you would have to crunch some numbers to see if the pay is worth it.
Posted June 03, 2009
Yauheni says:
Especially for international members there are very little options to get paid surveys.
Posted January 13, 2009
Ada Morag says:
Especially for international members there are very little options to get paid surveys.
Posted October 12, 2008
lisa says:
like anything else what works for some, doesn't work for others. most of the time, when i did participate, i didn't get paid. either i didn't qualify after filling out some itial quests or they just entered me into some raffle for some money (very little money), which i have never won. i've been a member of 2 of those you've listed for at least 5 years and a few others. at first i was all over it, but quickly got a wake up call, making zero dollas and putting in so much time..........it aint for me. the other thing is the mystery shopping, which i've done here and there, but that hasn't brought in much of a profit either, but at least i got some free oil changes and meals.
Posted August 30, 2008
Elizabeth Allen says:
Most of the time I spend 15 min. or so on a survey, just to be told I don't qualify. For some reason (and I've gone over and over my profile surveys to see if I've left something out) I'm disqualified for probably 3 out of every 4 surveys I get emails about. it's discouraging to the point I don't bother with them anymore. some companies do offer reasonable money for the time, but when you get more than half way through and then get told "thanks anyway, but we don't need your input", it's a bummer and a waste of time! i think survey companies should state in the beginning what the demographics are that they are looking for and save people who don't fit the time, hassle, and frustration.
Posted August 09, 2008
Reviews of Legitimate Paid Survey Panels
- GlobalTestMarket
- Open to residents of all nations. GlobalTestMarket Offers points redeemable for cash for completed surveys. Click Link for full details.
- Opinion Outpost
- Open to US and Canadian residents. Offers points opinion points that are redeemable for cash for all completed surveys. Click Link for full details.
- MySurvey
- Open to US residents. Take surveys for points, plus earn bonus points for referring your friends. Your points can be traded for cash, prizes, or raffle tickets. Click Link for full details.
- LightSpeed Consumer Panel
- Open to US, Canadian, UK, and Australian residents. Earn Lightspeed points for taking surveys and participating in focus group studies. Points can be redeemed for Cash via PayPal, Amazon gift certificates, or many other great prizes. Click Link for full details.
- SurveySpot
- Open to US, Canadian, and UK residents. Take fun surveys for cash and sweepstakes entries. Click Link for full details.
- Greenfield Online
- Open to residents of all nations. Take surveys for cash and prizes. Click Link for full details.
- Esearch.com Online Panel
- Open to US residents, with minimal surveys also available for Canadian and UK participants. Take interesting surveys online and earn cash via PayPal payment. Click Link for full details.
- American Consumer Opinion
- Open to residents of all nations. Earn cash for all completed surveys. Payment will be reward via check in your country's currency or American Express gift cheque. Click Link for full details.
- SurveySavvy
- Open to residents of all nations. Earn cash for all completed surveys, plus earn cash each survey your referrals take. One of the best paid survey referral programs available, and it is a quality survey panel. Click Link for full details.
- Your2Cents
- Open to residents of all US and Canada 13 years or older. Earn $1 to $5 for each completed survey, plus earn cash extra cash by competing booster profiles. Click Link for full details.
- Are You a Member of a survey panel? Rate It - You Could Win $10!
- Visit Online-Paid-Surveys.net review site for the latest user reviews, and for an opportunity to post your own reviews. All posted reviews will be considered for our weekly cash prize giveaways. See the Paid Survey Reviews Site for more details and to submit a review.
Clever Paid Surveys Video from SurveySavvy
Answers to Common Online Survey Questions
- Question: What kind of incentives are offered for taking paid surveys?
Answer: While incentives vary for the different panels, you can expect anything from a sweepstakes entry to up to $25 dollars or so for most 15 to 30 minute surveys. Most paid surveys average $2 to $10 dollars. Read the reviews section for specific information about each of the survey panels. - Question: How much money will I make each month?
Answer: First don't believe all of the hype you see about making $75 to $125 an hour. The amount of money you will make depends on the number of panels you join and the number of surveys you take. Some months I make only $50 dollars while other months I make as much as $300 dollars. Remember, just think of this as a way to make some extra petty cash. DON'T QUIT YOUR DAY JOB! - Question: How will I get the surveys, and how can I make sure I get a lot of survey invitations.
Answer: Most online surveys are delivered via email, although some panels also offer phone surveys. Your demographics coupled with the current market studies going on will ultimately determine the number of surveys you will get from any one given company. However, to maximize your survey invitations make sure you fill out all of the profile surveys for each of the online panels. - Question: Will I get alot of spam email once I sign up with the paid survey panels?
Answer: No, legitimate online survey panels, only send you email to notify you of paid survey opportunities or updates to their program. - Question: How much money can I make?
Answer: While this varies for different people; most people that join the majority of the popular paid online survey panels can make up to one to three hundred dollars a month, if they spend two to three hours per week taking surveys. - Question: I don't have lots of free time. Is it worth it for me to join any panels?
Answer: Yes. My recommendation if you are short on time is to join the panels, and then only take the paid surveys that interest you and offer an incentive that you feel is worth your time. This way you will be more likely to qualify for the survey incentive, and will you get to shape the direction of something that you are interested in! - Do you have a question about a survey panel or other online survey related issue not answered here?
Contact Me and I will do my best to get you an answer.
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