Microworkers

Global crowdsourcing platform founded in 2009 offering microtasks including data entry, content moderation, surveys, AI annotation, and website testing.

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Singapore HQ
11-50 company size
2009 founded

What is Microworkers?

Microworkers is a global crowdsourcing platform founded in 2009, headquartered in Singapore. The platform connects businesses with a worldwide network of freelance workers to complete small, on-demand microtasks — quick online jobs that typically require human intelligence rather than automation. Task categories include data entry, verification and categorization, content moderation, image tagging, video annotation, translation, transcription, sentiment analysis, product and website testing, online research, surveys, and social media engagement. Microworkers offers scalable and cost-effective solutions for businesses while providing flexible earning opportunities for freelancers globally. Workers operate as independent freelancers, choosing tasks freely and working from any location with internet access. Payments are processed twice weekly (Wednesdays and Sundays) in USD via PayPal, Payoneer, Skrill, Airtm, GCash, and bank transfers, with a minimum payout threshold of approximately $9.

Mission & values

Match employers needing simple, fast online tasks with a global crowd of microworkers — pay-per-task, low minimum payout, broad country support.

Qualifications

Microworkers has low entry barriers — most tasks do not require specialized skills or prior experience. The minimum age requirement is 18 years old. A computer or smartphone with internet access is essential. Employers may set qualification tests for specialized tasks to assess relevant skills before granting access. For data entry roles, fast and accurate typing, attention to detail, and familiarity with spreadsheet software are helpful. Building a good reputation by completing tasks accurately and on time opens access to more and higher-paying opportunities. Only one account per person, IP address, and computer is allowed — multiple accounts result in permanent bans. No formal education is required, making the platform accessible to anyone seeking supplemental income through flexible, remote microtasks.

Leadership

N

Nhatvi Nguyen

Chief Worker

Operates Microworkers as part of Weblabcenter, Inc.

Hiring process

  1. 1

    Sign up at microworkers.com

    Free account; complete email and country verification.

  2. 2

    Profile setup

    Provide demographic info to qualify for relevant tasks.

    About 1 day

  3. 3

    Browse and accept tasks

    Pick from currently available "Hire Group" tasks — surveys, sign-ups, content moderation, web research, etc.

  4. 4

    Complete and submit proof

    Most tasks require proof of completion (screenshot, code, etc.); employer reviews and approves.

    About 3 days

  5. 5

    Cash out

    Withdraw at $9 minimum via PayPal, Airtm, Skrill, or Onto.

    About 7 days

Funding

StageBootstrapped

Awards & recognition

  • Operating since 2009 — among the longest-running microtask marketplaces post-MTurk

    Microworkers

Company information

Frequently asked questions

How much do tasks pay on Microworkers?
Most tasks pay 5–30 cents; some pay a few dollars. Effective hourly earnings typically run $1–$3/hr for general work — comparable to Mechanical Turk's lower end.
Who runs Microworkers?
Microworkers is a service of Weblabcenter, Inc. Nhatvi Nguyen serves as "Chief Worker."
What's the minimum cashout?
$9 via PayPal, Airtm, Skrill, or Onto.
When was Microworkers founded?
Microworkers launched in 2009 — among the older surviving microtask platforms in the post-MTurk space.

Stay in the loop.

One email per week, 5 hand-picked roles.