Warning: more and more users report that Paidwork does not pay them
I have seen an increasing number of complaints from users who did not get paid, and from members whose messages to support got no reply. Readers on this review report PayPal payouts that never arrived and a balance that went to zero. I cannot say for sure that Paidwork does not intend to pay you anymore, but the complaints are very worrisome. Keep this in mind before you put time into it.
I joined and tested Paidwork, previously called Zareklamy, to see if it really can be a full-time income, as it claims. It cannot. Below is what I found, the payout complaints you should know about, and which sites I recommend instead.
Tested by Mikael (EarnWithMike)Founder and lead testerMikael founded PaidFromSurveys in 2016 and has personally tested hundreds of survey and GPT sites since then. He shows his tests and payment proof to 555K+ subscribers on his YouTube channel, EarnWithMike. He tested Paidwork himself and does not earn a commission from it.Learn more about Mikael
Low rewards, a high threshold and growing payout complaints
It claims you can earn a full-time income. In reality, you earn pocket money at most, and the cashout is around $18 to $20.
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The short answer
Paidwork, previously called Zareklamy, is not a site I recommend. It is a Get-Paid-To (GPT) site that pays you for micro-tasks such as watching video ads and answering surveys, and it has improved since I first tested it.
But the rewards are low, and the cashout of around $18 to $20 is high. It claims you can make a full-time income, which is simply not true. On top of that, there is an increasing number of complaints from members who did not get paid and got no reply from support.
- Available globally
- App for iOS and Android
- Easy sign-up with Google, Microsoft or email
- Increasing number of complaints about members not getting paid
- High payout threshold, around $18 to $20
- Low rewards
- Some earning opportunities are not always available
- Makes exaggerated earnings claims
- Members report that support does not reply
My experience with Paidwork
I joined Paidwork when it was still called Zareklamy, looked at all its earning methods and made a video about it. It is not a site I use anymore after having tested it. This is what I looked at, and what I did not test.
- First tested
- October 2020Review first published Oct 9, 2020, when it was called Zareklamy
- Latest retest
- Checked: earning methods, payout options, support
- Signed up with
- My Google accountNo confirmation needed, I could start right away
- Still using it
- NoNot a site I use anymore after testing it
- The sign-up with a Google account
- The earning methods: video ads, surveys, games, shopping and the referral program
- The app and the website
- The payout options and the threshold
- The FAQ page
- A payout. My review does not show a payment from Paidwork.
- Receipt scanning. It is only available in the US, Canada and the UK.
- The support contact form. What I say about support comes from members.
An inside look at Paidwork
In the video below, I give you an inside look and show exactly how you can earn from Paidwork.
Screenshots from my test
Paidwork pays little, and more and more members report missing payouts. The top sites in your country pay better.
See the best sites in your countryPaidwork at a glance
| What it is | Get-Paid-To (GPT) site and app for micro-tasks. Previously called Zareklamy. |
|---|---|
| Ways to earn | Video ads (app only), paid surveys, games, shopping through receipt scanning, referral program |
| Video ads | 30-second ads, a maximum of 1 cent per video |
| Referral bonus | $10 for you and your referral, but only after your referral gets a first payout |
| Currency | In most cases, the currency of your country |
| Minimum cashout | Adjusted to your local currency. From what I can see, around $18 to $20. |
| Payout methods | Bank transfer or PayPal |
| Apps | iOS and Android. Many earning options are only in the app. |
| Where you can join | Globally |
| Sign-up | Google account, Microsoft account or your own login details |
| Support | FAQ page and a contact form. Many members say support does not reply. |
Is Paidwork legit and safe?
Paidwork is a real platform, and it has improved since I first tested it. But better does not mean worth it. Here is what you should know before you sign up.
- Growing complaints about missing payouts
I have seen an increasing number of complaints from users who did not get paid. I cannot immediately say they do not intend to pay you anymore, but the complaints have been increasing, which is very worrisome.
- An exaggerated full-time income claim
Paidwork says it can be a full-time or additional job for people from every country, with no limit to your earnings. You will not be able to make a living from it, not even in countries where the cost of living is very low. At most, you earn a bit of extra pocket money.
- A high threshold with low rewards
The threshold is around $18 to $20, depending on your local currency. Because the earning potential is low, it can take a lot of patience to reach.
- Support does not always reply
Many members complain that support does not reply when they contact it. When more of the same complaint appears, that is a cause for concern, in my opinion.
- Spammy video ads
The video ads are often for apps that I would definitely not recommend. Be very critical, and do not believe everything you see in these ads.
My takePaidwork has some decent features, and it is better now than when I first joined it. But the low rewards and the availability of the earning opportunities do not justify it as a site worth joining. It is a deal-breaker for me that it advertises a full-time income from any country, which is simply not true. Add the increasing complaints about members not getting paid, and I suggest you check out the top survey and GPT sites in your country instead.
How you earn on Paidwork
There are 5 ways to earn. Paidwork has changed most of them since I first tested it. Tap one to read more.
Watching video adsMax 1 cent each
This is now one of the main earning methods. Click the Earn button, and a new window opens where you can watch videos. They are 30-second video ads, usually for apps, and this option is only available in the app, not on the website.
You get a maximum of 1 cent per video, so it takes patience. That is still better than many other sites that pay you to watch videos. The ads can be quite spammy, so be very critical of what you see.
Paid surveysFrom time to time
Click the Earn button to see all the surveys you can answer. You will not always qualify, so it takes patience to find the surveys you do qualify for.
Most surveys have a maximum number of respondents. When that number is reached, the survey stops accepting new people. So I suggest you check the surveys first when you log in.
Playing gamesApp offers
This is not really a great option, in my opinion. You do not get paid to actually play games. You just get access to some paid offers where you download apps and get paid for that. The opportunities are not nearly as good as on other GPT sites.
Online shoppingUS, Canada and UK
You might expect a lot of cashback offers, but that is not the case. You just get access to the offerwalls Paidwork has partnered with. The only way to earn from shopping is to scan the receipts from physical stores you shop at.
This is only available in the US, Canada and the UK. Elsewhere, you can only join the waitlist. There is not much information about how it works.
Referral program$10 after their first payout
Share your invite link. You do not get paid until your referral gets a first payout. If that happens, you both get a $10 bonus.
I think most people give up before they reach a payout, so you will often not get the bonus. It is not a very good referral program compared to other GPT sites.
How much can you make?
For a site to be good, you have to be able to make a decent amount without investing a lot of time. Paidwork does not fit into this category.
Its front page says it can be a full-time job, that there is no limit to your earnings, and that you can set your own hours. That is just not the full truth, in my opinion. You will not be able to make a living from it, not even in countries where the cost of living is very low.
At most, you will be able to earn a bit of extra pocket money.
Payout methods and minimum
| Method | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bank transfer | Around $18 to $20, in your local currency | Threshold depends on your location |
| PayPal | Around $18 to $20, in your local currency | Threshold depends on your location |
Every task you do earns a certain amount, credited to your Paidwork account, in most cases in the currency of your country.
The payout options have changed a lot. You used to be able to cash out via bank transfer, PayPal or Payoneer from $10. Then you could only get paid in Paidwork’s own cryptocurrency, Worken. Now it seems to have gone back to bank transfer and PayPal.
Because the earning potential is low, the threshold takes patience to reach. If you prefer sites that let you withdraw a lot faster, see the fastest paying sites with a low payout threshold.
Why did Zareklamy change its name to Paidwork?
There can be many reasons why a platform rebrands, and I cannot say the exact reason. But I have a theory. Zareklamy started getting a lot of poor reviews online, and many people shared bad experiences with it, also with me personally and on my YouTube channel. With a new name, people looking for information before joining may think it is a different platform.
No matter the reason, it is the same platform. If you see a Zareklamy review, it is about Paidwork.
What 30 readers told me
This review has 30 comments since 2021: 16 from readers and 14 replies from me. These are the three things readers ask about most.
Readers report PayPal payouts that never came or stayed on hold for over a month, and a balance that went to zero after a first successful withdrawal.
Readers from the Philippines, South Africa, Burundi and the Maldives asked for better options. I point them to the best sites in their country.
Even if it pays, there are many better options, as I explain in this review.
“11 Days have passed and still I haven’t received my payment.”
Mikael: sorry to hear that Faheem. But thanks for the update and for letting everyone else know.
“I already reached the minimum threshold and requested my payment thru Paypal … the payment was still on hold for the reason of system error of Paypal.”
Mikael: Please be aware that I am NOT Zareklamy/Paidwork. … If you need support, you need to contact their support.
“First time I withdrawed in Indian money successfully. After that I have earned INR 230, but today this my balance is ZERO INR 0.00 !”
Mikael: As I explain in the review above, Paidwork is not a platform I recommend at all. But if you have any problems, you need to contact their support and see if they will get back to you.
Sites I recommend instead of Paidwork
| Site | Best for | Min. cashout | My rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| PrizeRebel | Surveys, tasks and offers, with a very low threshold | $5 PayPal; some gift cards from $2 | 4.8 / 5 |
| ySense | Surveys, tasks and offers, available in many countries | $10 PayPal | 4.0 / 5 |
| Swagbucks | Many daily ways to earn, one of the biggest GPT sites | About $5 PayPal; gift cards from 100 SB | 4.3 / 5 |
| Freecash | Offers and games, next to surveys | $5 | 4.2 / 5 |
See also the top GPT sites, or the top survey and GPT sites in your country. You will find a site you can join wherever you live.
How I scored Paidwork
I use the same 100-point system for every platform. See how I test and rate.
Paidwork scores 30 out of 100. These sites pay better and are far safer options.
See the best sites in your countryPaidwork FAQ
Is Paidwork a scam?
It is a real platform, but I do not recommend it. Its earning claims are exaggerated, and there is an increasing number of complaints from members who did not get paid.
Does Paidwork pay?
My review does not show a payout. Readers report PayPal payouts that never arrived, and members say support does not reply. Keep that in mind before you put time into it.
Is Paidwork the same as Zareklamy?
Yes. Zareklamy changed its name to Paidwork. It is the same platform.
What is the minimum payout?
It is adjusted to your local currency. From what I can see, it is around $18 to $20.
How does Paidwork pay?
Through bank transfer or PayPal. For a while, it only paid in its own cryptocurrency, Worken.
Can you make a full-time income on Paidwork?
No. You will not make a living from it, not even in countries where the cost of living is very low. At most, you earn a bit of extra pocket money.
Does Paidwork have an app?
Yes, for iOS and Android. Many of the earning options, like the video ads, are only in the app.
Who can join Paidwork?
It is available globally. You sign up with your Google or Microsoft account, or with your own login details.
How do I contact Paidwork?
Check the FAQ page first, then use the contact form on the Contact page. Many members say they did not get a reply.
Who tested Paidwork for this review
Founder of PaidFromSurveys.com since 2016. Mikael has tested hundreds of survey and GPT sites and shares his tests with 555K+ subscribers on YouTube (October 2026).
If you have any comments, questions, or have any experiences with Paidwork yourself, I would love to hear from you in a comment below.
Hi Mikael, I know you don’t recommend the apk but do they really pay, that’s all I want to know
Why use something that is a waste of time even if it pays? There are many better options, as I explain in the review above.
First time I withdrawed in Indian money successfully. After that I have earned INR 230, but today this my balance is ZERO INR 0.00 !
Now how can I recover my earning balance ?
As I explain in the review above, Paidwork is not a platform I recommend at all. But if you have any problems, you need to contact their support and see if they will get back to you. But personally, it is not a site I use anymore after having tested it.
I already reached the minimum threshold and requested my payment thru Paypal last March 9, 2022. As of this writing, the payment was still on hold for the reason of system error of Paypal. I was in doubt if the delays was caused by Paypal system and why it takes morethan 1 month still unpaid? Is there any option i could help to expedite your payment system? Thanks.
Please be aware that I am NOT Zareklamy/Paidwork. I have just written a review about the platform and do not recommend it as you can read in the review. If you need support, you need to contact their support.
Zareklamy is a fake app. I have a horrible experience with it.
You will never get money from it. Don’t waste your time on this fake app.
Thanks for sharing your experiences about this.
It is also not an app I recommend as there are many better options.
Real app or fake
I explain everything in the review above.
Is there a site that pays in cryptocurrency which is legit?
Yes, you can see a list of the best sites that offer Bitcoin as rewards here.
That’s what I was expecting paidwork to do aswel
Hi, this might be a bit difficult but do you have any apps/sites recommended for Maldives?
It is not the country with the most options like this but you can check out this list of the best worldwide sites. You should be able to join and earn on some of those.
Do you have any suggestions for me? Im from Philippines.. Tia
You can check out a list of the best sites in the Philippines here.
Hey Mikel,I had reached the threshold and requested to withdraw my money on my paypal account yesterday.But I have not received my money yet.What do you think?will I get my money from them or they are completely scam?
With Zareklamy, I cannot say for sure to be honest. But hope you will get your money soon. Let me know how it goes.
Faheem please do let me know. Did you get your withdraw from them or waste of time??
No Rashid,It was a complete wastage of time.11 Days have passed and still I haven’t received my payment.Zareklamy is a gentle scam.It looks like they are professional but actually they are not.So never try this site.
sorry to hear that Faheem. But thanks for the update and for letting everyone else know.
Did you try contacting their support? Maybe worth the try, even though you probably should not expect too much from it.
Hello Mikael. I’m from Burundi. Please tell me, which app is suitable for my country or region?
Thanks
There will honestly not be many sites like this in Burundi. But you can check out this list of the best international sites. You should be able to join some of them.
Hello . What legit GBT site or easy paying app or site is available here in the philippines with higher and faster income ?.and easy to earn money… If you have a suggestion Thank you so much
You can see a list of the best sites in the Philippines here.
Hey Mikael. Thanx a lot for review. Me also did download it for some time now. But haven’t use it yet. First wanted to see what’s it all about & your review did help a great deal. Going to uninstall it now. I’m from South Africa. Which sites do you know of that pay out really well & quickly? Thanx in advance
Glad you found my review before investing time on Zareklamy and it helped you.
I have a list of the best sites in South Africa here.
Nice ? bro for the heads up I have even downloaded the app but I haven’t started using it yet and I have be wasting my time on other fake apps like merge to win and all that, thanks anyway
Glad my review helped you so you do not waste your time.
Which country do you live in? Then I will be happy to suggest some better options if you are interested.