Have you ever stumbled upon an app that promises easy cash and thought, “Yeah right, this is too good to be true?” Well, that was me… until I decided to try one of the latest money-making apps for a full day. By the end of it, I had made $50—and it wasn’t a fluke.
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In this article, I’ll take you through my step-by-step experience, what worked, what didn’t, and the real tricks behind making money on apps that everyone talks about but few actually test.
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Discovering the App
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Scrolling through the App Store late at night, I saw an ad claiming:
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“Make money while you scroll, swipe, and play games!”
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Skeptical but curious, I downloaded it. The app promised various ways to earn:
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- Watching short videos
- Completing small tasks or surveys
- Referring friends
- Daily check-ins
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At first glance, it seemed too simple. I wondered: could this really pay in real money, not just points or coupons?
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Setting Up My Profile
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The first thing the app asked was a profile setup: email, username, and payment info (PayPal or gift cards).
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Pro tip: Use a separate email if you’re testing multiple money apps. Some apps might spam you with notifications.
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After setting up, I explored the dashboard. There were daily tasks, surveys, and video tasks listed with their payouts—usually between $0.10 and $1 per task.
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Day 1: Starting Small
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I began with video-watching tasks. Each video took about 30–60 seconds, paying $0.15–$0.20. Watching 50 videos in an hour got me around $10.
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Next, I tried micro-tasks, like rating apps or answering quick questions. These took a bit longer, but the payouts were higher—up to $2 per task.
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By lunchtime, I had already made $25—halfway to my $50 goal.
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Maximizing Earnings
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Here’s what I learned about making the most out of money apps:
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- Combine multiple earning methods – Don’t rely on just one task type. Videos are fast, but surveys pay more.
- Track daily limits – Many apps cap how much you can earn per day for certain tasks.
- Referrals work – Sharing your referral link with friends or social media boosted my earnings by $5–$10.
- Pay attention to bonuses – Some apps offer streak bonuses for consecutive days of activity.
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Obstacles I Faced
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It wasn’t all smooth sailing. Some surveys were disqualified halfway. Video tasks occasionally didn’t register, forcing me to redo them.
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But here’s the trick: persistence pays. Apps are designed to keep you engaged, and sticking with tasks, even repetitive ones, eventually adds up.
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Day 1 Evening: Cashing Out
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After completing a mix of videos, micro-tasks, and referrals, my total earnings were $50.35—enough to cash out.
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The withdrawal process was surprisingly easy:
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- Linked my PayPal account
- Entered the amount
- Waited less than 24 hours for the money to appear
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Seeing that $50 hit my account was surreal. I hadn’t left my home, made a sale, or even done a full-time job. It was proof that these apps can actually pay.
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Lessons Learned
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Here’s what my experiment taught me:
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- Small actions add up – Even tasks paying $0.15 matter if done consistently.
- Consistency beats speed – Logging in daily and completing tasks steadily earned more than rushing one day.
- Not every app is legit – Research before downloading. Check reviews, Reddit threads, and payment proofs.
- Referrals multiply earnings – Sharing with friends or social media boosts profits with little extra effort.
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Tips for Beginners
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If you want to try money-making apps yourself:
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- Start with apps that have a low payout threshold for withdrawals.
- Focus on tasks that you enjoy or can do in bulk.
- Avoid apps that require upfront payments—they’re often scams.
- Keep track of daily earnings and bonuses in a simple spreadsheet.
- Treat it as side pocket money, not a replacement for your main income.
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The Takeaway
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Making $50 in a day might not sound like a lot to some, but for a few hours of scrolling, clicking, and sharing, it’s remarkable. These apps are not get-rich-quick schemes—they’re micro-earning platforms that reward time and consistency.
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For me, it was also eye-opening to see how much “small effort tasks” add up. $50 in a day is achievable if you combine videos, surveys, micro-tasks, and referrals efficiently.
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- TechCrunch – The Best Money-Making Apps in 2023.
- Forbes – How Microtask Apps Are Changing Side Hustles.
- Business Insider – Apps That Pay Real Money: What Works and What Doesn’t.
- Reddit r/beermoney – User reports and earnings proofs.
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đź’¬ Your Turn:
My experiment with this money app earned me $50 in just one day.
“Have you tried any money-making apps? What’s the most you’ve earned in a day? Share your experience in the comments!”
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Written by the author, Fatima Al-Hajri 👩🏻‍💻
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