What's a survey? What's a focus group?
Surveys are simply lists of questions designed to give customer information to companies about their products and services. They can be done online, by mail, or over the phone, though Paid Survey specializes in online surveys. The answers from all the surveys are then analyzed and compiled by the market research company, and the results presented to the client.

Focus groups, on the other hand, are meetings set up with five to ten individuals where you can discuss the merits of a product with other individuals and with a representative of the company. These often require more time, and so will pay accordingly.

Can I do this anywhere? I do not live in the US.
It depends on the market research being performed. However, the vast majority of surveys are fairly non-specific, so just about anyone, anywhere can participate.

Are there any special computer, hardware or software requirements?
If you're reading this page, chances are that you already meet any technical requirements. All you need is a web browser and Internet access.

Do I get paid per survey? How much?
Each survey varies in compensation, depending on both length and company. In general, you can look to earn between $10 and $50 per survey. Payment is usually made in cash, but companies may occasionally offer merchandise, redeemable cash, or entries into large cash prize sweepstakes.

How will I be paid and how often? It depends on the companies you register with. Most companies are willing to pay via PayPal, eGold, or checks by postal mail. Usually, your payments will be sent twice monthly, though some will only send one per month.

What about income taxes? You remain responsible for tax management. Taxes aren't deducted from the survey paycheck - so the pay amount, per survey, is the final amount paid to you. You don't need to fill out a w-9 or any other forms.

How long are the surveys? How long are focus groups? How much time will it take me?
Surveys typically take ten to fifteen minutes apiece, though it depends on your speed. Focus groups, on the other hand, can go anywhere from half an hour long to five times that. Generally, though, the pay increases depending on how long the company needs you.

How soon after I sign-up can I get started and make some money?
It depends on how many companies you register with. You can immediately begin registering with companies the moment you sign up, of course, but most companies only send one or two surveys a month. So, if you sign up with ten programs, and they only send one survey a month, it's going to take a while before you can see some money.

Even so, it's important to register with lots of companies. If you're lucky, your profile will match with what many companies need, and you'll receive lots of surveys very quickly. If, however, this is not the case, it becomes even more important to register with as many as possible, in order to find the few companies that are looking for you.

How do I know the companies will pay me?
All of these companies are researched. The easiest way of knowing is simply that if a company ever refused to pay up, all their survey takers would abandon them, and they would be out of business immediately.

Is the $67.00 registration fee monthly?
Absolutely not! You pay once, and there is absolutely nothing else to purchase or pay for!