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How opportunities are ordered

Our listings use an editorial order for each market. Featured placements are labelled. An entry appears in recommendations only after availability, eligibility and cost information have been recorded and checked. Providers can change their terms after our check.

What a directory entry means

A provider profile can exist before a verified campaign is available. Missing payment, payout or cost details are shown as unverified. We do not publish invented star ratings or earnings estimates.

Check the full terms

Read the provider’s eligibility and cost information before proceeding. Product offers may include postage or packaging charges. Trials may renew at a charge. Competition entry does not guarantee a prize.

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Why surveys screen people out

Researchers may need people with a specific experience or household profile. Screening questions determine whether your answers fit that study. Qualification can also close…

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How to spot survey scams

A legitimate research panel should explain who operates it, how your data is used and how rewards work. Be wary of unexpected messages promising…

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Privacy and paid surveys

Research companies use profile information to match people to studies and build the audience a client needs. That can include age, household, work, shopping…

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Survey safety: what to check

Before sharing personal information, check that you are dealing with the provider you intended to visit. Read the domain carefully, inspect the privacy information…

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