Checked 30 Oct 2026 · 1 change this month
Magic 3.3Bronze 15 pts
A virtual assistant service matching businesses with college-educated remote assistants, largely from the Philippines.
Good for Virtual assistants
- Open worldwideWorldwide
- VettedScreens people before they join
- Pays via Bank transferHow you get paid
- Work from homeOnline, from anywhere
- Since
- 2015 11 yrs
Based in- San Francisco, United States
- Web rank
- #359,338 worldwide
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Magic is a virtual assistant network where providers are screened before they can join, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are Hourly pay above Philippine market rates, earnings are typically paid out pay is processed 8 calendar days after the billing week ends, then it can take up to 2 days to show in deel and you can withdraw via Bank transfer. Founded in 2015, Magic is based in San Francisco, United States. It is available worldwide.
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What changed
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What changed
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- Payout speed added: Pay is processed 8 calendar days after the billing week ends, then it can take up to 2 days to show in Deel source ↗
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Our rating
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Strong on access. Weaker on getting paid.
- FeesNot enough facts yet
- Getting paid2.3
- Access4.0
- Track record3.5
- Proof of earningsNot enough facts yet
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Open worldwideAccepts people from almost every country+10
Why it matters Most earning platforms only take people from a handful of countries. This one lets almost anyone join.
How we check The platform's own terms or sign-up pages say it accepts people worldwide, with no more than eight countries left out.
Magic Worldwide
Every platform with this badge →10 years runningFounded at least 10 years ago+5
Why it matters Platforms that have lasted a decade are less likely to vanish with your balance.
How we check Its founding year, checked against company records, is at least 10 years ago.
Magic Founded 2015
Every platform with this badge →Verified earningsA sourced figure for what people earn or are paid there10
Why it matters You can judge the pay from a real number instead of the platform's own promises.
How we check We need a figure for what earners are paid, earn typically, or how many people earn, with a link to the filing, pay page or study it came from.
Not earned yet: we have not verified this for Magic.
Every platform with this badge →Free to joinNo fee to sign up5
Why it matters Paying to join is a red flag on many work sites. This one costs nothing to start.
How we check The platform's sign-up and pricing pages show no fee to register as an earner.
Not earned yet: we have not verified this for Magic.
Every platform with this badge →Clear feesPublishes its cut as a percentage5
Why it matters You can work out what you keep before you start.
How we check The platform publishes its cut as a percentage on its pricing or help pages, which we record as a range when it is tiered.
Magic Hourly pay above Philippine market rates
Every platform with this badge →Low cutTakes 10% or less of what you earn10
Why it matters More of every payment reaches you. Many marketplaces take 20% or more.
How we check The highest percentage the platform names in its published fees is 10% or less.
Magic Hourly pay above Philippine market rates
Every platform with this badge →Low payout barLets you cash out $10 or less5
Why it matters Small earnings are not left stuck in your account waiting for a high threshold.
How we check The platform's published minimum withdrawal is $10 or less, or it has no minimum.
Not earned yet: we have not verified this for Magic.
Every platform with this badge →Fast payoutsPays out instantly, daily or on demand5
Why it matters Money arrives when you need it, not weeks later.
How we check The platform says payouts are instant, same-day, daily or on demand.
Magic Pay is processed 8 calendar days after the billing week ends, then it can take up to 2 day…
Every platform with this badge →Payment protectionHolds or guarantees payment before you work10
Why it matters Something stops you working for nothing, such as client money held before the work starts.
How we check The platform publishes how it protects earners' payments: escrow, guaranteed pay or a dispute process.
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Every platform with this badge →Loved appA mobile app rated 4.5 or higher5
Why it matters A well-rated app usually means smooth day-to-day work and fewer payout problems.
How we check The platform's app is rated 4.5 or higher on the Apple App Store or Google Play.
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Every platform with this badge →Top 10K websiteAmong the world's 10,000 most visited sites (Tranco)5
Why it matters Big platforms have more clients and buyers, and a lot to lose from treating earners badly.
How we check The site ranks in the world's 10,000 most visited on the Tranco list, a research-grade ranking.
Magic #359,338 worldwide
Every platform with this badge →20 years runningFounded at least 20 years ago5
Why it matters Two decades of paying people is a strong track record.
How we check Its founding year, checked against company records, is at least 20 years ago.
Magic Founded 2015
Every platform with this badge →Public companyListed on a stock exchange, with audited filings5
Why it matters Listed companies publish audited accounts, so their finances and risks are public.
How we check The company has a stock ticker on a public exchange, with filings we can read.
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Every platform with this badge →Fully documentedFees, payouts, countries and company details all verified15
Why it matters Everything you need to decide is verified here, not left as guesswork.
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Can I join Magic?
Age, countries, equipment and how sign-up works
We haven't verified Magic's sign-up requirements (age, countries, ID and equipment) yet. It screens people before they can join. See which platforms you can join with your details →
How Magic compares
Against similar platforms in our directory
- Launched in 2015, Magic is newer than most VA networks — 5 of the 7 we track were founded earlier.
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Is Magic legit?
What we could verify about the company
Magic is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2015 (11 years)
- Headquartered in San Francisco, United States
- Screens providers before they can join
- Its domain getmagic.com was registered in 1999 (registry record)
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Magic in public records
Company filings, web traffic and app store data
- Website rank
- #359,338 worldwideAmong the top million sites (getmagic.com)
- Domain registered
- Feb 1999getmagic.com, 27 years ago
Sources: Tranco · RDAP registry. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
Magic timeline
Founding, funding, milestones and news
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Headquarters today: San Francisco, United States
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Magic
How much does Magic charge?
Magic fees: Hourly pay above Philippine market rates.
How do you get paid on Magic?
Magic pays out via Bank transfer. Timing: Pay is processed 8 calendar days after the billing week ends, then it can take up to 2 days to show in Deel.
Which countries is Magic available in?
Worldwide.
Is Magic legit?
Yes, Magic is a real, operating platform: operating since 2015 (11 years), headquartered in San Francisco, United States and screens providers before they can join. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Magic alternatives?
Similar platforms include Wing Assistant, Belay, Boldly and Virtalent. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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