
Observa: Earn Money From Gigs
Earn money as a secret shopper
Free
Getting started is simple! You just head to stores, snap some photos, and answer a couple of questions. Every now and then, you’ll also speak to a store associate. That’s it! Gigs pay between 3 and 25 dollars, and you’ll usually get paid within 72 hours. This side hustle is a great way to earn money for dinner dates, movie nights, and other special occasions!
FAST FACTS
Observa has paid out more than $500,000 to Observers.
Gigs take 15-30 minutes on average.
You’ll be notified when there are new opportunities near you.
There are more than 400,000 Observers.
Opportunities are available in the United States and Canada.
You’ll usually get paid within 72 hours. Please note: this process may take longer over weekends and holidays.
Gigs pay $3-25.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this a legit way to make PayPal money?
Yes! Observa has been in business since 2016. Today, we work with leading brands like KIND and Beyond Meat. Observers complete opportunities at well-known retailers like Safeway, 7-Eleven, and Walmart.
Do you have opportunities outside of the United States and Canada?
Right now, the vast majority of our opportunities are currently in the United States and Canada. Observa is always working to get additional clients, in order to provide more opportunities for you to earn money.
If you turn your notifications on, you'll be notified when there are new opportunities near you. In the meantime, check out our paid photo challenges, which run every few weeks and can be completed from anywhere.
If Observa rejects an observation, is the data still sent to the customer?
Never. At Observa, we only want to pass along high-quality data to our customers, so we discard data from rejected observations. We only reject an observation if the Observer didn’t follow the instructions correctly. Right now, more than 90% of observations are accepted.
PRESS
Observa has been featured in Mystery Shopper Forum, Gotta Be Mobile, GeekWire, and more!
Mystery Shopper Forum - bit.ly/observamysteryshopperforum
Gotta Be Mobile - bit.ly/observagottabemobile
GeekWire - bit.ly/observageekwire
MORE INFO
Privacy Policy - bit.ly/observaprivacy
Terms of Service - bit.ly/observaterms
Support - support@observanow.com
Camera Upgrades: Sharp Shots, Smooth Zoom, Solid Performance
Wider Camera: Starts with a more zoomed-out view, making it easier to capture full shelves without stepping back.
Zoom In & Out: You can now zoom in and out, perfect for smaller aisles.
Tap to Focus: Focus is held longer and activates faster for clearer shots.
Dark Mode Friendly: Automatically adjusts to match your phone’s dark or light setting.
Quicker Capture: Photos now snap instantly on all devices.
Lag-Free Gallery: Scrolling through your photos feels fluid and responsive.
Bigger Previews: Gallery images are larger for quicker checks.
Faster Camera Launch: The camera opens and closes more quickly.
Safer Saving: Images won’t be lost if your phone crashes or loses power.
Battery-Friendly: Tilt detection now uses less power while still helping you keep shots level.
The developer, Observa, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Location
- User Content
- Identifiers
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Contact Info
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Observa, Inc.
- Size
- 19.8 MB
- Category
- Business
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.3 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 16.3 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 16.3 or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
13+
- 13+
- Infrequent
Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug Use or References
- Copyright
- © 2025, Observa, Inc.