| Question: When, by whom, and exactly how I will be paid by an online survey company? Each time you participate in a survey, focus group, or other paid opportunity, the particular company that is giving or sponsoring the opportunity will pay you directly. These are often market research firms hired by other companies - both large and small - to do various types of market research on their behalf. That is just how the industry works. Usually, but not always, payments to you will be in U.S. funds. If you do not live in the U.S. you simply deposit these payments with your bank or other financial institution and they will convert the U.S. funds to your local currency for you automatically. It's no problem. When and how you're compensated depends on the specific opportunity you participate in. Some will pay instantly online via PayPal, others will send you a check in the mail, etc. Just remember, you'll always know the exact details up front, and you pick the ones you like. Once you get going you could have a steady stream of cash and free stuff all the time! |
