Apps You Make Money Off Of

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Most of us would welcome a little extra cash in our wallets. Maybe you want to pad your savings account a bit, or maybe you want to start putting some money aside for a big purchase, like a house. Or maybe you just want to have enough to treat yourself to a massage and a facial once in a while. No matter what your money goals are, making some extra income can definitely be helpful. Luckily, you don't necessarily have to get another part-time job to make it happen.

These money making apps make it simple to grow your income. You can get paid for tons of things you may not have thought of, like being a secret shopper, taking surveys, renting out your storage space, selling unused items and more. Or if you're looking to start a side hustle, some of these apps give you the opportunity to find gigs that suit your schedule and skills — whether you're a super organizer, a pet whisperer, or a sharp-eyed editor. Or, if you're all about making your income work for you, then check out some of some of the top-reviewed recommended investing apps, also included on this list (don't worry, they're beginner-friendly).

You use apps for things like dating and shopping, why not download apps that can help you grow your income? Read on for our recommendations for the best money-making apps, and check out some of our other recommended personal finance apps too.

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Mercari

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Mercari

•Best for: selling items

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Mercari

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Mercari

Mercari allows you to sell used items including electronics, clothing, toys, household items, and more. It only takes a minute to list your items for sale and start communicating with potential buyers. So go ahead, sell that teapot you never use or those shoes you don't really like and put a few extra dollars in your wallet.

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Rakuten

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Rakuten

•Best for: making money on your regular purchases

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Rakuten

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Rakuten

Rakuten is a cash back app that will send you money for making purchases through the app. They partner with major retailers including Nordstrom, Walmart, Target and Sephora — so if you shop at places like these regularly, you could make anywhere from .5% to 15% cash back on purchases. You can also make money when you shop in-store by linking your card to the app, and paying with your linked card when you make a purchase in-person.

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Tasker by TaskRabbit

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Tasker by TaskRabbit

•Best for: side gigs

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Tasker by TaskRabbit

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Tasker by TaskRabbit

One of the best ways to earn a little extra money is by taking on a side hustle, and Tasker by TaskRabbit makes it easy to do so. You can offer services including delivery, cleaning, moving, organizing, research and so much more. So no matter what you're good at, you can earn a few extra bucks doing it with TaskRabbit.

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Fiverr

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Fiverr

•Best for: remote gigs

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Fiverr

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Fiverr

Fiverr allows you to make money by offering your freelance services to businesses and people who need them. You could write articles, manage a company's social media presence, build a website, offer online lessons, manage projects, work as a virtual assistant and more. You determine the prices for your services, and businesses can then hire you at your listed rate. So if you're willing to put in the work, this can be a great source of income.

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Gigwalk

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Gigwalk

•Best for: quick one-time gigs

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Gigwalk

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Gigwalk

If you want to make money but you don't have a lot of free time, Gigwalk could be for you. Many of the jobs that are posted are from retailers looking to check on displays or products in real time. You might be asked to go into a store and take pictures of products or displays and upload them to the app. It only takes a few minutes, and if you're already out running errands, why not make a few bucks while you're doing it?

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Upwork

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Upwork

•Best for: remote work

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Upwork

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Upwork

Like Fiverr, Upwork is an app that connects freelancers with businesses who need their services. Businesses will list what they're looking for — which can be anything from web design to data entry to translation and much more — and freelancers can get in touch if they think the gig is a good fit for their skills. Some companies look to hire workers for long-term projects, so you might even be able to find a new part-time or full-time job through Upwork.

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Acorns

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Acorns

•Best for: first-time investors

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Acorns

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Acorns

One way to make money is to make your existing income work for you by making smart investments. If you're looking to dip your toe in the world of investing, Acorns could be a good place to start. It takes your "spare change" from purchases and automatically invests it for you. So if you spend $5.60 using a linked credit or debit card, Acorns will round-up your purchase and drop that remaining $0.40 in your investment account. You can also make larger investments if you want to.

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Robinhood

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Robinhood

•Best for: trading cryptocurrencies

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Robinhood

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Robinhood

Like Acorns, Robinhood is an app that allows you to invest your money easily. One of their main selling points is that users can invest and trade without paying commissions or fees. Another unique feature is that it allows you to trade cryptocurrencies, which is something that most other investing apps don't offer.

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Public

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Public

•Best for: investing in companies you already know

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Public

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Public

Public is an investment app that has some unique features. For one, you can invest in fractional shares of publicly traded companies. So even if you can't afford to buy a ton of stock in Amazon or Netflix, you can still use your money to invest in these companies. It also has a social aspect, where you can see what others (like your friends or industry experts) are trading, so you can learn from them in real-time.

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Swagbucks

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Swagbucks

•Best for: earning gift cards with online activity

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Swagbucks

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Swagbucks

With Swagbucks, you earn rewards for taking online surveys, watching videos or shopping online. You earn points for these activities, which can be redeemed for gift cards to places like Kohl's, Old Navy, Best Buy and others. It can take a while to accrue a significant number of points, but this could be a great way to pass the time and earn some money while you're waiting in line at the store, for example.

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Inbox Dollars

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Inbox Dollars

•Best for: earning money with online activity

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Inbox Dollars

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Inbox Dollars

Similar to Swagbucks, InboxDollars will pay you to take surveys, watch videos, play games, use a search engine, and do other online activities. When you decide to cash out your earnings, InboxDollars gives you the option of getting paid through PayPal, a prepaid Visa card, gift cards, or a check in the mail.

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Google Opinion Rewards

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Google Opinion Rewards

•Best for: earning money by taking surveys•

Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Google Opinion Rewards

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Google Opinion Rewards

Of course, you've heard of Google. But you might not have known that they'll pay you for your opinion through the Google Opinion Rewards app. You might be asked to take a public opinion review, leave feedback for a merchant, or participate in an audience measurement panel to track social media habits, for example. Once you've made some money, you can cash out for rewards in the Google Play store or receive payment via PayPal.

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OfferUp

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OfferUp

•Best for: selling items

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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OfferUp

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OfferUp

Maybe you've got an exercise bike that's just collecting dust in the garage, or an old cell phone you stashed in a drawer after you upgraded. You could make some money by selling it on OfferUp. It's free to use, although you also have the option to pay a fee to bump your item up in the listings so that it gets more attention.

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Mobee

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Mobee

•Best for: getting paid to do secret shopping

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Mobee

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Mobee

Mobee is an app that offers mystery shopping "missions" in exchange for points. On these missions, you might be asked to go to a store or restaurant and take photos inside and/or answer survey questions about the experience. Some missions can take as little as 15 minutes. You earn points for each mission completed, which can then be redeemed for cash or gift cards.

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Sweatcoin

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Sweatcoin

•Best for: getting paid to exercise

•Cost: free

•Get it for: iOS or Android

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Sweatcoin

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Sweatcoin

You already know that exercise is good for you. But if you need more of a reason to get out on a walk, try Sweatcoin. It's an app that counts your steps and then rewards you with "sweatcoins" that can be exchanged for vouchers on Amazon or PayPal or for products including apparel, electronics, subscriptions and more. It almost sounds too good to be true, but it's totally legit.