There is no single secret website that makes money for you. The real “secret” sites are lesser-known apps that pay for small tasks, testing, local gigs, spare space or your skills.
Below are 22 that still pay, each checked on its official page on 3 November 2026, with how it pays you and the minimum to cash out.
Key takeaways
- Pick by what you have. Spare minutes suit task and testing apps. A car, a skill or a garage opens bigger options.
- Check the cash-out rule first. Minimums run from no minimum (Legiit via PayPal) to $25 (Test IO).
- Most pay by PayPal or bank. UserTesting, Gigwalk and Clarity.fm pay through PayPal only.
- Expect small sums from small tasks. Gigwalk gigs pay $3 to $100 or more, and survey or cashback apps add up slowly.
- Never pay to join a task site. BARE International says paying a sign-up fee for mystery shopping is a warning sign.
What are secret websites to make money?
They are real, legit sites that most people simply haven’t heard of. None of them is a shortcut. You still trade time, a skill or an asset for money.
I grouped the 22 sites by what you need to start. Payment details come from each site’s own page, so tap the link to check the latest terms before you sign up.
Want the bigger picture first? Our side hustles guide covers how to pick one that fits your week.
Which secret websites pay for small tasks and testing?
These six pay you per task, test or visit. They suit spare minutes, and most work from a phone.
1. Gigwalk: paid tasks in stores near you
Gigwalk posts gigs like checking store shelves. It says gigs take 5 minutes to a few hours and pay from $3 to $100 or more.
All payments go through PayPal once a job is finished and approved.
2. Premise: photo and survey tasks in your area
Premise pays for short surveys and local photo tasks in its app. It says you can be paid instantly via PayPal, Payoneer or Bitcoin, depending on your country.
3. Clickworker: online micro tasks
Clickworker pays for small online jobs like writing, tagging and checking data. Payments run weekly, Wednesday to Friday.
Its payment page lists a €10 minimum for PayPal. PayPal transfers carry a 2% processing fee, and Payoneer local-currency accounts need €20 plus a €2.50 fee.
New to small online jobs? See what micro freelancing is.
4. UserTesting: give feedback on apps and sites
UserTesting pays you to speak your thoughts while you use an app or website. Your dashboard shows the reward before each test.
Payments are usually sent 14 days later, and PayPal is the only way to get paid. UserTesting does not withhold taxes.
5. Test IO: find bugs in apps for pay
Test IO pays testers for bug reports. Its payment page says PayPal payments run once a month from the 11th, and bank transfers on the 11th and 26th.
The minimum payment threshold is $25.
6. BARE International: mystery shopping
BARE International pays evaluators to visit or call businesses as normal customers and report back. You must be 18 or older, and registration is free.
Fees vary by project and show on the job board before you accept. Evaluators in the US and Canada are paid through Tipalti. Other regions get bank transfer, PayPal or Wise by the end of the following month.
Which sites pay you back for shopping, surveys or spare data?
These four pay for things you already do, like shopping, answering surveys or leaving your internet on.
7. Ibotta: cash back on groceries
Ibotta gives cash back on purchases. You can link a bank account or choose a gift card to withdraw once you reach $20.
8. Rakuten: cash back when you shop online
Rakuten pays a share of what you spend at partner stores. Payments are sent every three months, as long as you earn $5 or more.
You can choose PayPal, Bilt Points, Samsung Cash or a check.
9. Prime Opinion: paid surveys
Prime Opinion pays for online surveys. You can cash out through PayPal or gift cards, and it promotes a low minimum payout without listing the exact amount.
10. Honeygain: share unused internet
Honeygain pays you for sharing unused internet bandwidth through its app. You can cash out to PayPal at $20, or choose crypto.
It runs on Android, Windows, macOS and Linux. Read its terms on data sharing before you install it.
Which sites pay for local gigs or spare space?
These five pay more per hour or month, but you need a car, free time in person, or space to rent.
11. TaskRabbit: handyman and errand jobs
TaskRabbit says you keep 100% of the hourly rate you set, plus 100% of tips. Most payouts arrive within 1 to 3 business days via Stripe.
Taskers can only be paid by direct deposit to an active checking account. Some cities charge a one-time registration fee.
12. DoorDash: food delivery
DoorDash pays Dashers weekly by direct deposit, which usually takes 2 to 3 days to show up. Dashers keep 100% of tips.
Fast Pay lets you cash out once a day for a $1.99 fee.
13. Grubhub: food delivery
On Grubhub, delivery partners keep 100% of tips. You get paid by direct deposit or Instant Cash Out, with earnings available 15 minutes after a delivery.
14. Papa: companionship for older adults
Papa pays “Pals” to help older adults with errands and company. Pals earn a base rate of $13 to $18 an hour, plus bonuses and commute mileage where it applies.
Papa says Pals earn $22 an hour on average. You add your bank information to get paid.
15. Neighbor: rent out storage or parking
Neighbor lets you rent out a garage, spare room or parking spot. Listing is free, and a 4.9% + $0.30 processing fee comes out of your payout.
Payouts arrive monthly, and hosts get $1M in liability protection.
Under 18? These options won’t fit, but our list of freelance jobs for teens will.
Which sites pay for your skills or content?
These seven pay the most, but you need a skill, an audience or both.
16. Rev: transcription and captions
Rev pays freelancers weekly via PayPal. Its rates per audio or video minute are:
- Transcription: $0.40 to $1.10
- Captions: $0.54 to $1.10
- Subtitles: $1.70 to $4.00+, depending on language
- Legal transcription: $0.55 to $2.00+
17. Textbroker: freelance writing
Textbroker lists author rates from 2.2 cents a word. You can request a payout once your balance is $10 or more, and payouts are processed twice a week.
Its terms list the payout rules in full.
18. Legiit: sell digital marketing services
Legiit is a marketplace for services like SEO and content. Sellers keep 85% of each sale, and Legiit keeps 15%.
PayPal withdrawals have no minimum and a $3 fee. Payoneer and Tipalti need $20, and reviews take up to 72 hours.
19. Clarity.fm: paid advice calls
Clarity.fm lets experts charge by the minute for phone calls. It says the average 30-minute call works out to about $50, and it takes 15%.
You can request a payout two weeks after a call, and payouts go to PayPal only.
20. Crossover: full-time remote jobs
Crossover hires for full-time remote roles and says it accepts the top 1% of applicants. Its listings show pay such as $150,000 a year ($75 an hour).
It is not a side gig, but it is little known outside tech circles. Expect a long skills test.
21. Patreon: paid memberships for creators
Patreon is free to start and takes 10% of your income, plus payment processing and payout fees.
US creators can pay out to a bank account, and others can use PayPal or Payoneer. A 5-day hold applies when you add your first payout method.
22. Rumble: video creator program
Rumble’s Creator Program shares a pool of money based on watch time, new sign-ups and new Premium subscribers you bring in.
To apply, you need at least 100 followers, 1 hour streamed via Rumble Studio in the last 30 days, and an active Rumble Premium account. Monthly targets include 30 hours streamed and 500 hours of watch time.
How do these sites pay you?
Here is the cash-out side of every site above, from each official page.
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| Site | Type | How you get paid | Minimum or timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gigwalk | Local tasks | PayPal | After job is approved |
| Premise | Local tasks | PayPal, Payoneer or Bitcoin | Instant (by country) |
| Clickworker | Online tasks | PayPal or Payoneer | €10 (PayPal), weekly |
| UserTesting | Testing | PayPal only | Usually 14 days later |
| Test IO | Testing | PayPal or bank transfer | $25 |
| BARE International | Mystery shopping | Tipalti (US/Canada); bank, PayPal or Wise | End of following month (outside US/Canada) |
| Ibotta | Cash back | Bank or gift card | $20 |
| Rakuten | Cash back | PayPal, check, Bilt Points or Samsung Cash | $5, every three months |
| Prime Opinion | Surveys | PayPal or gift cards | Not listed |
| Honeygain | Bandwidth | PayPal or crypto | $20 (PayPal) |
| TaskRabbit | Local jobs | Direct deposit (checking only) | 1 to 3 business days |
| DoorDash | Delivery | Direct deposit or Fast Pay | Weekly; Fast Pay $1.99 |
| Grubhub | Delivery | Direct deposit or Instant Cash Out | 15 minutes after delivery |
| Papa | Companion care | Bank account | Not listed |
| Neighbor | Storage rental | Payout (4.9% + $0.30 fee) | Monthly |
| Rev | Transcription | PayPal | Weekly |
| Textbroker | Writing | Payout request | $10, twice a week |
| Legiit | Services | PayPal, Payoneer or Tipalti | None (PayPal), $20 others |
| Clarity.fm | Advice calls | PayPal only | Two weeks after the call |
| Crossover | Remote jobs | Salary | Not listed |
| Patreon | Memberships | Bank, PayPal or Payoneer | 5-day hold on first payout |
| Rumble | Video | Not listed | Monthly program round |
How do you spot a fake “secret” money website?
A real site tells you what the work is and how you get paid before you sign up. Walk away if you see any of these:
- It asks you to pay a fee before you can get tasks or withdraw earnings
- It promises a fixed daily income for doing almost nothing
- It sends you a check and asks you to send part of the money back
- Payment rules or a minimum payout are missing from the site
- Emails come from a free address instead of the company’s own domain
BARE International warns that legit evaluators never receive prepayment, and that cashier’s checks claiming to be from BARE are a sign of a scam.
Want steady work from home instead? See work from home jobs that provide equipment or these high-paying jobs with no experience.
FAQ
What is the secret website to make money?
There isn’t one. Any site claiming to be the one secret is a red flag. The 22 above are real, lesser-known sites, and each one pays for work, shopping, space or skills.
Which of these sites pay through PayPal?
Gigwalk, UserTesting, Clarity.fm and Rev pay through PayPal. Premise, Clickworker, Test IO, Rakuten, Prime Opinion, Honeygain, Legiit and Patreon offer PayPal as one option.
Which sites can I use from home?
Clickworker, UserTesting, Test IO, Prime Opinion, Honeygain, Rev, Textbroker, Legiit, Clarity.fm, Crossover, Patreon and Rumble all work online. Ibotta and Rakuten are shopping apps.
How much can I make from these sites?
It depends on the site and your time. Gigwalk gigs pay $3 to $100 or more, Papa Pals average $22 an hour, and Crossover roles can pay $150,000 a year.
