What the work looks like
Prolific was started at the University of Oxford in 2014 to give researchers better access to people for studies. Tasks include decision-making games, questionnaires, evaluating AI models and giving opinions on websites and brands. Prolific says a new task is published every couple of minutes, and that every task is voluntary: you can leave a study at any time.
Worth knowing
- There may be a waitlist before you get an invite.
- Verification takes about 15 minutes, according to Prolific.
- Studies reach you by invitation based on your profile, so how much you can do varies.
- Participant referrals are paid only in eligible campaigns.
Before you join
A waitlist may apply. Participant referrals are only paid in eligible campaigns.
Platform details last checked October 15, 2026. Pay, eligibility and availability are set by the platform and can change.