22 Remote Side Hustles: No Experience Needed [92k/yr]
Last Updated on May 3, 2023 by John Cirelly
Recently, remote side hustles have been all the rage. I mean, who actually wants to spend all day in some crumby office anyway? Below, I’ll explore some of the best remote side hustles, and touch on how you can get started.
22 Remote Side Hustles For 2024
1. Freelance Writing
Becoming a freelance writer was one of the first real side hustles that allowed me to quit my full-time job. As a writer, you can work remotely from home, or really anywhere in the world. As a freelance writer, you can work on various projects such as blog posts, articles, marketing copy, and even e-books. The best part is you can choose your preferred niche, allowing you to write about topics you’re passionate about.
Freelance writing income can vary greatly based on factors like experience, niche, and project type. Beginners might earn around $25-$50 per article, while experienced writers can charge $200 or more for a single piece. As you gain experience and establish a reputation, you can increase your rates and negotiate better deals with clients.
2. Start a Print on Demand Business
Starting a print-on-demand business is a fantastic remote side hustle for those with a creative flair. With print on demand, you can design and sell custom products like t-shirts, hoodies, phone cases, and more without having to worry about inventory, shipping, or fulfillment. All you need is a creative eye and some marketing skills.
To start, you can use a tool like Vexels to create and customize unique designs fast (even if you aren’t a good designer like me🙃)
Next, upload your designs on platforms like Teespring, Merch By Amazon, and Redbubble. These marketplaces already have visitors so you don’t even need to find traffic. Alternatively, you can create a store and partner with a company like Printify that handles all the printing.
Some successful print-on-demand entrepreneurs make a few hundred dollars a month, while others earn thousands. The secret is to find an audience and test designs in that niche continuously. It can take a long time, but with persistence and dedication, you can turn your creative passion into a profitable remote side hustle.
3. Teach English Online
Teaching English online is a rewarding and flexible remote side hustle, perfect for teachers looking for extra income. As an online English teacher, you can work with students of all ages from around the world, making a difference in their lives while earning an income from the comfort of your home.
To get started, you’ll typically need a bachelor’s degree and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification. These certifications can be obtained through various online and in-person courses, equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed to teach English effectively.
Some popular online platforms, like VIPKid or iTutorGroup, may require a North American accent and teaching experience, so be sure to check the requirements before applying.
On average, online English teachers can earn between $14 and $26 per hour. Some platforms offer bonuses and incentives for high-quality teaching and student retention, which can further boost your income.
4. Become a Proofreader
Proofreading might not be the sexiest remote side hustle, but it can be an easy way to find in a few hundred bucks per project.
As a proofreader, you’ll review written content, such as articles, books, and marketing materials, to identify and correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors. This ensures that the final product is polished, professional, and free of mistakes.
If that sounds terrible, don’t worry, AI has made this process super simple. Tools like Quillbot automatically find and highlight issues in the text. You can either manually approve these changes, or hit a giant green button that fixes everything for you. 🙃
The amount you can expect to make as a proofreader will depend on your experience, the complexity of the work, and the clients you work with. Beginner proofreaders may earn around $10 to $20 per hour, while experienced professionals can charge upwards of $30 per hour.
I’ve found many project pay per 1,000 words, which you can knock out in minutes with a little tech help.
5. Manage Social Media Accounts
If you love dropping memes and scrolling, social media management might be a great remote side hustle for you. As a social media manager, you’ll help businesses and individuals grow their online presence, connect with their target audience, and drive results through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
If that sounds boring, check out Wendy’s antics on Twitter.
If you don’t have professional experience, consider managing accounts for friends, family, or local organizations to gain experience and build your reputation. Document your work and results, such as increased followers or engagement, to demonstrate your expertise to potential clients.
Once you feel confident in your skills, begin searching for clients. You can offer your services on freelance platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, or Freelancer, or apply for social media management jobs on websites like Remote.co, Indeed, and FlexJobs.
Beginners may earn around $15 to $25 per hour, while experienced professionals can charge $50 or more per hour. 🤑
6. Start a YouTube Channel
As a YouTuber, you can share your passions, skills, or experiences while building a community and potentially generating income through advertising, sponsorships, and merchandise.
The great part is, running a channel can all be done remotely. Wether you just want to have a studio in your office or kick off a travel vlog, YouTube is easily one of the most flexible remote side hustles you can start.
To get started, choose a niche or topic that you’re passionate about and knowledgeable in. Whether it’s cooking, travel, technology, or personal finance, focusing on a specific niche will help you attract a targeted audience and establish your expertise.
To grow your channel, focus on optimizing your videos for search and discoverability. This includes using relevant keywords in your titles, descriptions, and tags, as well as creating eye-catching thumbnails.
It may take time to build a substantial following and start generating income. Many successful YouTubers earn a few hundred to thousands of dollars per month through a combination of ad revenue, brand partnerships, and merchandise sales.
But unlike a 9-5, YouTube has nearly unlimited earning potential. Dedication and focus are key. While it’s not easy, YouTube can be a great source of side income for those that want to share their passions.
7. Start a Digital Agency
Digital agencies are businesses that help solve a particular problem. For instance, email marketing agencies help businesses earn more through email, while a thumbnail design agency gets YouTubers more clicks.
To get started, first, identify the specific services you’d like to offer based on your expertise and market demand. This can include website design, social media management, content creation, search engine optimization, or digital advertising, among others. By specializing in a specific service or niche, you can better position your agency and attract targeted clients.
As you gain clients and grow your business, consider outsourcing or collaborating with other professionals to expand your service offerings and capacity. This can help you scale your agency and take on more projects without sacrificing quality or becoming overwhelmed.
The amount you can expect to make from a digital agency will depend on your experience, services offered, and the clients you work with. Some agency owners generate a few thousand dollars per month, while others earn well over five figures per month.
8. Start a Blog
Starting a blogging side hustle is personally one of my favorite ways to earn a remote income (I know, a bit biased). Blogging give you a digital “home” that you can full control over, unlike social media.
To get start, choose a niche or topic that you’re passionate about and have knowledge in. Focusing on a specific niche will help you attract a targeted audience and establish yourself as an authority on the subject.
To grow your blog’s audience, utilize search engine optimization (SEO) techniques to improve your content’s visibility in search results. This includes keyword research, on-page optimization, and link building.
The amount you can expect to make from a blog will depend on factors like your niche, audience size, and monetization strategies. Some bloggers earn a few hundred dollars per month, while others generate thousands or even tens of thousands. As you grow your audience and improve your rankings, you can expect to see an increase in revenue.
9. Sell Your Data
Selling your data for cash is a lesser-known remote side hustle that can help you generate passive income by capitalizing on the value of the data you create through everyday activities. Companies and researchers are often willing to pay for data to better understand consumer behavior, preferences, and trends.
To start, explore various platforms and apps that allow you to sell your data. Some popular options include Datacoup, which allows you to connect your social media accounts and earn money based on the data you share, and Nielsen Consumer Panel, which rewards you for sharing your shopping data.
The amount you can expect to make from selling your data will depend on the platforms you use, the data you share, and the frequency of your participation. This side hustle typically doesn’t generate substantial income, with most users earning a few dollars to a few hundred dollars per year. However, it can be a relatively easy way to make some extra money with minimal effort.
As a challenge, I stacked multiple multiple data selling apps on a few old phones and signed up for other programs to earn a little over $400 per month.
10. Test New Apps
App testing is a remote side hustle perfect for those who enjoy trying out new apps and providing valuable feedback to developers. It’s pretty easy, kinda like those survey sites, but this pays better.
Some popular platforms include UserTesting, Testbirds, and Userlytics. These platforms offer a variety of testing opportunities across different devices and operating systems.
11. Sell Your Notes
One remote side hustle that’s perfect for students is selling your notes. Yes, you can get paid to sell the notes you take in class for yourself. By selling your notes, you can help other learners better understand the material while generating some extra income for yourself.
To start, find platforms where you can sell your notes. Some popular options include StudySoup, Nexus Notes, and Stuvia. These websites allow you to create a profile, upload your notes, and set a price for each document. Be sure to provide a detailed description of the content and any specific courses or lectures your notes pertain to, as this will help potential buyers find and evaluate your offerings.
12. Start a Newsletter
Starting a newsletter side hustle is one of the most underrated remote side hustles not many are talking about. As a newsletter creator, you can cover topics you’re passionate about, provide valuable insights, and potentially generate income through sponsorships, advertising, or paid subscriptions.
Unlike social media platforms, no one can censor your posts, suppress your reach, or make you pay for your followers to see your content.
Focusing on a specific niche will help you attract a targeted audience and establish yourself as an authority on the subject. Examples of popular newsletter topics include personal finance, productivity, technology, or industry news and trends.
Monetizing your newsletter can be done through various strategies, including selling advertising space, securing sponsorships, or offering paid subscriptions for premium content.
13. OnlyFans
Although OnlyFans is often associated with adult content, it caters to a wide range of interests and niches, such as fitness, cooking, music, and art.
To get started, sign up for an OnlyFans account and create a profile that showcases your personality, interests, and the type of content you plan to offer. Set a monthly subscription price that reflects the value of your content and the demand for your niche. Keep in mind that OnlyFans takes a 20% commission on your earnings.
Engage with your subscribers by responding to comments, messages, and requests for personalized content. Maintaining a strong relationship with your audience will help you retain subscribers and attract new ones through word-of-mouth recommendations, or risque photos. 😉
The amount you can expect to make from OnlyFans will depend on factors like your niche, subscription price, and the size of your subscriber base. Some creators earn a few hundred dollars per month, while others generate thousands or even tens of thousands.
14. Review Songs
Reviewing songs is one of the easiest side hustles for music enthusiasts with a good ear for critique and a knack for writing. Platforms like SubmitHub and Playlist Push offer unique opportunities for music reviewers to make money while providing valuable feedback to artists and discovering new music.
SubmitHub connects independent artists, record labels, and music promoters with curators, bloggers, and influencers. As a reviewer on SubmitHub, you can earn money by listening to and providing feedback on music submissions from artists.
For each submission you review, you’ll earn “premium credits” that can be redeemed for cash. The more submissions you review and the higher the quality of your feedback, the more you can potentially earn.
While you won’t be raking in the dough, you can earn some extra spending money just by simply reviewing songs.
15. Lead Generation
Businesses need new customers, and before someone becomes a customer, they often show some form of interest, and become a lead. You can capture these leads and sell them to businesses for cash.
As a lead generator, your main goal is to identify and connect potential clients or customers with businesses that offer products or services they may be interested in. You can generate income through commissions or fees based on the number of leads you provide or the resulting sales.
The amount you’ll earn depends on the industry you’re working in, how much your leads are worth, and how much you keep after expenses like ads. While lead generation can be complex, it can create some serious side income for those dedicated enough to stick with it.
16. Become an Amazon Influencer
The Amazon Influencer Program is one of the newer remote side hustles hitting the market today. By becoming an Amazon Influencer, you can monetize your online presence through commissions earned when your followers make purchases, or when someone buys through your video review.
You can get started by reviewing 3 Amazon products you have around your house and uploading them. If approved, you’ll have the opportunity to create more product reviews. The great thing is that your review videos show up on the product page, meaning thousands of people a day could see it.
17. Take Quick Surveys
Taking online surveys is one of the simplest remote side hustles that anyone can do to earn some extra income in their spare time.
To get started, sign up for multiple reputable survey websites to increase your earning potential and receive a steady stream of surveys. Some popular survey platforms include Swagbucks and Survey Junkie.
The amount you can expect to make from taking surveys will vary depending on factors such as the number of surveys you complete, the length of the surveys, and the rewards offered.
While taking surveys is unlikely to provide a substantial income, it can be a convenient way to earn some extra cash or rewards in your spare time.
18. Become a Consultant
If you have prior expertise from your job or business, consulting can be a great way to make a lot of money in just a few hours. In fact, of all the remote side hustles, being a consultant as one of the highest effective hourly rates you could realistically earn.
To succeed as a consultant, focus on delivering high-quality services that meet your clients’ needs and exceed their expectations. Develop a clear and transparent pricing structure that reflects your experience and the value you provide.
As a consultant, you can offer a wide range of services, such as strategy development, market research, process optimization, or coaching. Clients pay for your time, with hourly rates ranging from $50 to $250 or more, depending on the niche and level of expertise.
19. Start a Dropshipping Business
Dropshipping can be done completely online, making it a solid remote side hustle for those motivated. Simply put, dropshipping is when you create an online store and sell a product from overseas, then that warehouse ships the product. You end up keeping the difference.
To get started, choose a niche or market you’re interested in and conduct research to find reliable suppliers. Look for suppliers with competitive pricing, quality products, and fast shipping times. Platforms like AliExpress, Oberlo, and SaleHoo are popular options for finding dropshipping suppliers.
The amount you can expect to make from dropshipping will depend on factors such as your niche, product pricing, and marketing strategies. While dropshipping can be a profitable business model, it does have its drawbacks. Many drop shippers spend tons of time finding the right product, and can have their profits eaten up by ad spend.
20. Graphic Design
Businesses need creative graphic designers for books, marketing material, and social media. If you’re a talented artist, the world is really your oyster. There are tons of graphic design side hustles to choose from.
When seeking clients, start by leveraging your personal and professional networks. Reach out to individuals or businesses who may be interested in your design services, such as small business owners, bloggers, or social media influencers. Join online communities and freelance marketplaces like Upwork or Fiverr to find design gigs.
The average hourly rate for a graphic designer ranges from $30 to $100 or more, depending on the niche and level of expertise. So get comfy, and start making some extra cash!
21. Data Entry
Data entry is a remote side hustle that involves entering data into a computer system or database. This work can range from simple tasks like transcribing handwritten notes to more complex tasks like processing customer orders or updating financial records.
While this might sound bland, that’s because it is. However, if you’re looking for a decent side hustle that doesn’t require much brainpower, data entry could be for you.
To get started, search for data entry jobs on online job boards or freelance marketplaces like Upwork or Freelancer. Alternatively, reach out to businesses in your local area or industry and offer your data entry services. Most jobs will want you to have previous experience, so consider taking on some smaller jobs first.
The average hourly rate for a data entry clerk ranges from $12 to $24 or more, depending on the industry and level of experience.
22. Sell Digital Products
Selling digital products is a remote side hustle that involves creating and selling digital products like e-books, courses, music, printables, templates or even software. Digital products have low overhead costs and can be sold to customers all over the world, making them a great opportunity to earn passive income.
To get started, identify your niche and choose a digital product that aligns with your interests and expertise. Research your target audience and determine their needs, pain points, and interests. Use this information to create a high-quality digital product that solves their problems or provides value. For example, photographers could sell a preset back for photo editing.
The amount you can expect to make from selling digital products will depend on factors like the product’s pricing, your marketing strategy, and the size of your audience. The potential for passive income with digital products is significant, and with a successful product and marketing strategy, you could potentially earn thousands of dollars per month.
Starting a blog, YouTube channel, or newsletter, is a great way to drive traffic (and sales) to your digital products.
Remote Side Hustles Wrap Up
In conclusion, there are plenty of remote side hustles that you can start today to earn some extra income. Whether you’re looking to leverage your existing skills or try something new, there are options available that suit your interests and experience.
The key to success is to choose a side hustle that aligns with your goals and values, and to focus on staying consistent. With dedication, hard work, and a little creativity, you can build a successful remote side hustle that provides you with greater financial freedom and flexibility.
