Making money online with just your phone is easier than ever thanks to a variety of apps and platforms designed for quick tasks, passive income, and side hustles. Here are some of the best ways to earn extra cash directly from your mobile device[1]:
- Cashback and Shopping Apps: Use apps like Ibotta and Rakuten to earn real cashback on groceries and online purchases. Upload receipts or shop via their platforms and cash out rewards through PayPal or gift cards once you hit minimum thresholds[1].
- Surveys and Microtasks: Apps like Swagbucks, InboxDollars, and Google Opinion Rewards pay you for completing surveys, watching videos, playing games, or reading emails. These apps allow you to redeem earnings through PayPal or as gift cards. While individual payments are small, using several apps consistently can bring in $100–$200 per month[5][6].
- Passive Income Apps: With Honeygain, earn passive cash by sharing your unused internet bandwidth. The app runs in the background, and payouts are available via PayPal or cryptocurrency when you reach $20[4][7].
- Freelancing and Gigs: Platforms like Fiverr and Upwork let you offer freelance services—such as writing, design, or marketing—entirely via your phone. For local tasks, TaskRabbit connects you with people who need help with chores or errands in your area[1][5][7].
- Market Research Apps: Apps like Nielsen Computer & Mobile Panel and MobileXpression pay you for sharing your internet usage data. These usually run passively and can earn you gift cards or cash with little interaction needed[2].
- Sell Photos and Digital Products: If you’re creative, upload your photos to Shutterstock or design products on Printful and sell them through custom storefronts or marketplaces[5][7].
- Gaming and Entertainment Apps: Some apps let you earn money by playing games, trying new apps, or even simply playing music. Earnings are typically redeemed as cash or gift cards[8].
References
- [1] Best Apps To Make Money 2025 Edition – Podbase
- [2] 41 Apps That Pay You Real Money: The Best …
- [4] Earn Money Online Easily with the Honeygain App
- [5] Best Secret Websites to Make Money Online in 2025 – Shopify
- [6] Best apps to make money: 15 Ways to earn from your phone
- [7] 14 Secret websites to make money in 2025 – Printify
- [8] Make Money: Play & Earn Cash – Apps on Google Play