Share opinions in research designed around long-term panel members.
YouGov sends surveys about public opinion, brands and everyday topics. Completing surveys earns points that build towards the rewards offered in your account.
What is YouGov?
YouGov sends surveys about public opinion, brands and everyday topics. Completing surveys earns points that build towards the rewards offered in your account.
How it works
YouGov's Panel Promise says that when it invites a member to a survey, there should be a live survey waiting rather than a long dead-end screening process.
Create your account and complete the profile information YouGov uses to select people for studies.
YouGov chooses members according to what each survey needs, so you will not be invited to everything.
The Panel Promise says an invitation should lead to a survey that is actually available to you.
Take your time and give genuine answers so the research remains useful.
Rewards & cash-out
What participation is likeYouGov focuses heavily on panel quality and representative research. The number and type of invitations will depend on the samples its current studies need. Rewards and cash-outMembers earn points based on survey length and complexity. The points sit in a YouGov Wallet and can be exchanged for local rewards once the required…
✓ Why we like it
- The Panel Promise is designed to reduce wasted invitations.
- Points are matched to the effort of the survey.
- The panel covers a wide range of public-opinion and market-research topics.
! Things to know
- Invitations are driven by sample needs, so volume is not under your control.
- Reward thresholds and choices vary by country.
- It may feel slower than apps that show a large open survey list.
Is YouGov right for you?
People who are interested in public-opinion research as well as earning points for their time. It may be less suitable if consider another platform if its payout method, country coverage, survey style or minimum amount you need before you can claim a reward does not suit you, or if you need predictable income rather than variable research rewards. Tip: Keep your profile accurate because YouGov uses it to select samples.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Panel Promise?⌄
YouGov says that when it invites a member to a survey, there should be a live survey waiting for them.
How are points decided?⌄
YouGov says points vary with the length and complexity of the survey.
Where are my points stored?⌄
They are stored in your YouGov Wallet.
When can I redeem?⌄
When the wallet reaches the required balance for a reward available in your market.
Worth trying?
YouGov is about being part of a panel over time. Keep your details current, answer when a relevant invitation appears and let the wallet build without expecting constant volume. Join, keep your profile current and take part when YouGov has a study that needs someone like you.
