Checked 30 Oct 2026 · 2 changes this month
Premise 3.2Bronze 25 pts
A data collection app operating in 140+ countries, paying contributors for local observations, photos, and surveys.
Good for Field agents and mystery shoppers
- Free to joinNo sign-up fee
- Instant sign-upStart right away
- Pays via PayPal+1 more way to get paid
- Local, in personWork happens near you
- Since
- 2012 14 yrs
Based in
- San Francisco, United States
- Web rank
- #411,381 worldwide
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Premise is a data collection app where anyone can register to start earning. Fees are Small per-task payments by country, earnings are typically paid out instant cash-out via paypal, payoneer or bitcoin depending on country and you can withdraw via PayPal and Crypto (Coinbase). Founded in 2012, Premise is based in San Francisco, United States. It is available in 140+ countries.
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What people actually earn on Premise
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Figures published by Premise or by independent studies and surveys, as dated. Individual earnings vary widely.
What changed
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2 updates · latest Nov 1, 2026
What changed
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- Payout speed added: Instant cash-out via PayPal, Payoneer or Bitcoin depending on country source ↗
- Sign-up rules added source ↗
Every change we make to this listing, with the official page we checked. Recent updates across all platforms →
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Our rating
Worked out from the facts on this page, the same way for every platform
Solid across the board, with no standout strength or weakness.
- FeesNot enough facts yet
- Getting paid3.0
- Access3.3
- Track record3.5
- Proof of earnings3.0
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Achievements
25 of 100 points from 4 of 14 achievements, Bronze tier. Earned from verified facts, never paid for
Verified earningsA sourced figure for what people earn or are paid there+10
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Premise 6M+ contributors (2026)
Every platform with this badge →Free to joinNo fee to sign up+5
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Every platform with this badge →Fast payoutsPays out instantly, daily or on demand+5
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.
Premise Instant cash-out via PayPal, Payoneer or Bitcoin depending on country
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.
Premise Founded 2012
Every platform with this badge →Open worldwideAccepts people from almost every country10
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.
Premise 140+ countries
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.
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Premise Small per-task payments by country
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.
Premise Small per-task payments by country
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.
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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.
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Why it matters A well-rated app usually means smooth day-to-day work and fewer payout problems.
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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.
Premise #411,381 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.
Premise Founded 2012
Every platform with this badge →Public companyListed on a stock exchange, with audited filings5
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Every platform with this badge →Fully documentedFees, payouts, countries and company details all verified15
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Can I join Premise?
Age, countries, equipment and how sign-up works
Yes.
You need a smartphone. You can start straight after signing up.
Enter your country and age in the quick check and we will tell you here whether Premise accepts you. Your answers stay on your device.
Check with my countryWe have not verified which countries Premise accepts yet.
- A smartphone
- Sign upFree
- Start straight awayNo waiting for approval
- Do your first workJobs, tasks or sales
Good to know: Sign up with an email in the Premise iOS or Android app and cash out via PayPal, Payoneer or Bitcoin depending on your country.
Premise's official requirements ↗Every platform you can join →
How Premise compares
Against similar platforms in our directory
- Premise is the only one of the 8 field work apps we track that pays out via Crypto.
- Launched in 2012, Premise is newer than most field work apps — 6 of the 8 we track were founded earlier.
Compared with the field work apps in our directory. See them all →
Is Premise legit?
What we could verify about the company
Premise is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2012 (14 years)
- Headquartered in San Francisco, United States
Listing last updated October 2026 · how we verify platforms · Missing or out of date? Tell us
Premise in public records
Company filings, web traffic and app store data
- Website rank
- #411,381 worldwideAmong the top million sites (premise.com)
Sources: Tranco. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
Premise timeline
Founding, funding, milestones and news
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Founded
Premise founded
Headquarters today: San Francisco, United States
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Milestone
6M+ contributors
Premise says it has more than 6 million contributors worldwide completing paid data-collection tasks in over 140 countries.
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Guides
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Premise
How much does Premise charge?
Premise fees: Small per-task payments by country.
How do you get paid on Premise?
Premise pays out via PayPal and Crypto (Coinbase). Timing: Instant cash-out via PayPal, Payoneer or Bitcoin depending on country.
Which countries is Premise available in?
140+ countries.
How much do people earn on Premise?
Premise says it has more than 6 million contributors worldwide completing paid data-collection tasks in over 140 countries. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is Premise legit?
Yes, Premise is a real, operating platform: operating since 2012 (14 years) and headquartered in San Francisco, United States. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Premise alternatives?
Similar platforms include iSecretShop, Market Force, Field Agent and Roamler. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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Premise alternatives
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