Top 9 Platforms to Earn Money by Watching Videos

Not all reward platforms offer video watching as an available task. The options below have been tested and are worth your time.

1. Freecash

Freecash lets users earn rewards by completing tasks, including watching videos. The mobile app means you can earn from any location.

2. InboxDollars

InboxDollars is one of the more widely used GPT platforms, with video watching among its earning options. Long-term users receive loyalty bonuses on top of standard task rewards.

3. MyPoints

MyPoints is a loyalty and rewards platform where video watching earns points redeemable for gift cards, cash, or travel miles. It also offers discounts through partner retailers.

4. PrizeRebel

PrizeRebel lets members earn rewards by completing tasks, including watching videos. Points redeem for PayPal cash and a broad selection of gift cards.

5. WeAre8

WeAre8 is a social platform that connects creators with brands for paid video campaigns. Members earn by watching brand videos directly on the platform, with no minimum withdrawal threshold.

6. Earnably

Earnably is a GPT platform with video watching among its earning tasks. Points only accrue when an ad displays alongside the video, and ads are not always available, so earning rates tend to be low relative to time invested.

7. Swagbucks

Swagbucks is a popular GPT platform with a broad task range, including video watching via its Discover section. It has apps for both iOS and Android, making it easy to earn on the move.

8. Kashkick

Kashkick pays directly to PayPal with no virtual currency step, and offers a referral program and a $1.00 sign-up bonus toward the $10.00 minimum. It is only available to US-based users.

9. Nielsen Computer & Mobile Panel

Nielsen Computer & Mobile Panel analyzes participants' internet and mobile usage to understand consumer behavior, with video watching as one of its earning tasks. PayPal and gift card payouts are available, though cash earnings are not supported in all countries.

Other Ways to Earn by Watching Videos

Review Movies and TV Shows

Platforms like paid movie review sites pay for written critiques of films and series. Strong analytical skills and a consistent writing style matter more than credentials, and a solid portfolio opens the door to paid freelance gigs or direct partnerships with studios.

Netflix Opportunities

Netflix posts roles on its jobs platform, including Netflix Tagger positions where you assign genre, language, and content tags to its library. It is one of the few roles that pays you to watch content as part of the job description.

Earn Through Psychological Research

Universities and research institutes run paid studies that involve watching videos, often paying over $100.00 per session. Check that the organisation is credible before signing up, as some study content can be intense or emotionally demanding.

Tips for Maximizing Earnings

• Use multiple devices simultaneously to increase the number of videos you can watch at once.
• Block out a set time each day or week for video tasks, and use your smartphone to keep earning while doing other things.
• Check each platform regularly for promotions and special offers that temporarily boost video earnings.