Freelance a skill
Writing, editing, design, admin, spreadsheets, research and customer support can all be sold remotely. Narrow the service so a buyer understands exactly what they receive.
Teach or tutor online
Academic subjects, languages, software and practical skills can work online. Check any platform's fees, safeguarding rules and qualification requirements before joining.
User testing and research
Companies and researchers sometimes pay participants to test websites, answer questions or join interviews. Invitations can be irregular, so treat them as supplementary income rather than a guaranteed wage.
Sell digital work carefully
Templates, printables or other digital products can earn money, but they require creation, marketing and customer support. Avoid copying copyrighted material or assuming a marketplace automatically creates demand.
Watch for scams
Do not pay to unlock wages, share one-time passcodes, receive money on someone else's behalf or buy cryptocurrency for a supposed employer. Research the organisation independently before providing identity documents.
Tax and platform reporting
HMRC says digital platforms may collect and report seller information. Reporting by a platform does not itself mean tax is due, but income from trading can still need to be declared. Keep your own records and check the current rules.