We’ve all heard about enterprising software developers making money by selling mobile apps. What about the rest of us who don’t have any programming skills though? Fear not; thanks to a few clever new business ideas, you can make money simply by installing and using apps on your mobile device. How? Read on to learn more about how to make money with these really nifty apps.
GoSpotCheck
GoSpotCheck is a mobile app for the iOS platform. It allows users to make money by completing “missions” for various retailers. A “mission” typically consists of visiting a local store or restaurant and taking a few pictures or answering a question or two. When a mission is completed, your account is credited with the amount set out in the mission description. Collecting the account balance is even simpler, as they will automatically make a payment to your Paypal account several times a week.
Gigwalk
Similar to GoSpotCheck, Gigwalk is an app that pays users to perform various tasks. It’s available on iOS and Android and it functions in almost the exact same way; clients post jobs and users accept them from their mobile device. However, Gigwalk typically has a larger variety of jobs available than GoSpotCheck, which gives you a better chance of finding a job you’d like to accept. Gigwalk is also an older service and so generally has more jobs. There is, however, no reason why you can’t use both. As in GoSpotCheck, payments are made directly to your Paypal account.
uTest
uTest is a testing platform that allows clients to hire groups of QA testers to evaluate their software before it goes to market. The platform is available both online and as an app for iOS and Android. There are a number of different types of testing available, and non-technical users can choose to be involved in something that doesn’t requiretechnical expertise, such as interface testing. Payment is awarded twice a month, and is deposited directly into your Paypal account. If you like to be on the cutting edge of apps, this can help you test the newest apps and rate them.
MyAppAware
For the iOS platform, MyAppAware is an app that pays you to install and provide reviews for various apps. The apps are listed on your phone and you can select which ones you want to review. Some apps do require a purchase but if you successfully complete the review, you will be refunded its price. After you complete your review, your account will be credited with the purchase price of the app as well as a small bonus, usually around $0.50 to $1.00. You are allowed to withdraw your balance to your Paypal account after you have accumulated at least $3.00 of rewards. You can use this app whenever you are sitting at the coffee shop or if you are waiting for your kids. You can make a quick buck while you are waiting.
Create Your Own App
No, this isn’t an app name, it’s an idea. How many times have you seen an app and thought, “why didn’t I think of that?” It happens to all of us. There are so many apps that are out there, you don’t have to look to have the most original app, you can look for an app that will appeal to the most people. There are many places that you can turn to make an app. You can launch your app directly through the iTunes App store, but that is if you are a developer. Don’t be intimidated though, there are tons of places that will help you make an app. Be warned, they might want to take a portion of your profits if your app takes off. Be prepared to pay the price.
Making money with apps is no longer just for skilled coders and code monkeys. Now, the rest of us can also make a bit extra on the side just by using our phones. Don’t limit yourself to the apps here either; there are many other apps out there that pay out to their users. While you probably won’t want to quit your day job for this, you can definitely earn some decent rewards.
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