Is a 'rated tasks' or app-review job with a daily quota a scam?
Yes. Paid task or app-review jobs requiring daily quotas and deposits to 'unlock' higher earnings are task scams — there is no legitimate employment at the end.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Explanation
Task scams present as simple remote work: you rate products, review apps, like social media posts, or complete short surveys. A fake dashboard shows rising earnings. The catch is a rule that you must complete a full set of tasks per day or your earnings are frozen, and at some point you must deposit your own money to proceed to a 'higher-paying' batch. Every deposit disappears, and the earnings displayed are fictional. Victims often lose money in escalating amounts trying to unlock what looks like a growing balance. Legitimate online work platforms like freelance marketplaces, survey sites, and research panels never require you to deposit money to access or withdraw earnings.
Common red flags
- Job recruited via WhatsApp, Telegram, or unsolicited text
- Dashboard shows earnings you cannot withdraw until a condition is met
- You must 'top up' your account to complete a task batch
- Platform cannot be found in official app stores or verified online
What to do now
- Stop completing tasks and depositing money immediately
- Accept that deposits are unlikely to be recovered
- Report the platform to your national fraud service
- Warn others in any group chat used to recruit you
Frequently asked questions
Can I get my deposit back by completing one more task batch?
No. This is the core mechanic of task scams — each new batch requires another deposit. The promised withdrawal never arrives.