Warning: InstaGC payouts are unreliable, and support does not reply
The last time I cashed out, I only got my money after more than 2 months, and support never replied. The last few times I checked, the payout options were temporarily not available, and it has been like that for months. I have given up on InstaGC, and I advise you to use other GPT sites instead.
I used InstaGC for years and was paid several times. Then the payouts became unreliable. Below is what happened, how it works, what readers report, and which sites I recommend instead.
Tested by Mikael (EarnWithMike)Founder and lead testerMikael founded PaidFromSurveys in 2016 and has personally tested hundreds of survey and GPT sites since then. He shows his tests and payment proof to 555K+ subscribers on his YouTube channel, EarnWithMike. He tested InstaGC himself, was paid by it, and does not earn a commission from it.Learn more about Mikael
Not recommended: payouts are unreliable, and support is silent
It used to pay fast through PayPal from $1. My last payout took more than 2 months, and support does not reply.
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The short answer
InstaGC is a GPT and survey site that has existed since 2011. It used to pay quickly, and it paid me several times.
But it no longer pays reliably. The last time I cashed out, I waited more than 2 months for my money. Support no longer replies, and the last few times I checked, the payout options were not available. I strongly advise you to use other GPT sites instead.
- Many different opportunities
- Open to all countries
- Very low payout threshold
- Has some fun features that are not available on other sites
- Support no longer replies
- The payouts are unstable
- Payout options have been unavailable for months
- Takes a little bit of time to learn to navigate the site
- Can take some patience in the beginning to find the surveys and offers you qualify for
My experience with InstaGC
I used InstaGC for years and was paid several times. Then the problems started. This is what I did myself, and what I did not test.
- First tested
- November 2017Review first published Nov 18, 2017
- Latest retest
- Checked: payouts, support
- Paid out
- Several timesPayment proof in my video
- Last payout
- After more than 2 monthsI wrote to support several times, with no reply
- Payout options
- Not availableThe last few times I checked, for months
- Paid surveys, including the surveys in the “Task” section
- Offers, trials, videos and the weekly bonus
- Payouts through PayPal, shown in my video
- Support, which used to reply within a few hours and now does not reply
- The mobile website
- Bitcoin payouts. They need $50 in earlier cash or gift card redemptions.
- Donations to charity.
Payment proof (from before the problems)
InstaGC paid me several times. The video below shows how to withdraw and my payment proof.
This proof is from before the problems. My last payout took more than 2 months, and since then the payout options have been unavailable for months.
My update on the payout problems
Screenshots from my account
I cannot say InstaGC pays right now. These sites still pay.
See the best alternativesInstaGC at a glance
| What it is | Get-Paid-To (GPT) and survey site, since 2011 |
|---|---|
| Company | Day Online Solutions, a network of websites |
| Payouts now | Unreliable. My last payout took more than 2 months, and the payout options have been unavailable for months. |
| Ways to earn | Surveys, apps and programs, visiting websites, trials, videos, weekly bonus, completion contests, the decimal pot, promo codes |
| Point value | 100 points = $1 |
| Joining bonus | 10 points |
| Minimum cashout | 100 points ($1) for PayPal |
| Payout methods | PayPal, Bitcoin (after $50 in cash or gift card redemptions), gift cards by country, charity donations |
| Who can join | Any country. 18 or older, or 13 with your parents’ consent. Many countries need a verified PayPal account to register. |
| App | No app. The website is fully mobile-responsive. |
| Support | Support tickets on the website and social media. In my experience, support no longer replies. |
Is InstaGC legit and safe?
InstaGC paid me several times over the years. But right now, it does not look like it is always paying, and when it does, it takes a very long time. Here is what you should know.
- Payouts are unreliable
The last time I cashed out, I did not get my money for more than 2 months. The last few times I checked, the payout options were temporarily not available, and it has been like that for months.
- Support does not reply
I used to get an answer within a few hours. Now I have waited months to hear back, and I have written several times. In my experience, the support is non-existent right now.
- Mixed reports from readers
In May 2025, a reader wrote that InstaGC had resumed payouts. By August 2025, the payout options were unavailable again whenever I checked. Do not count on getting paid.
- You may have to link a verified PayPal account
In many countries, you need a verified PayPal account to finish your registration. InstaGC uses it to check that you are a real person. Only do it if you are comfortable with it.
- Some trials need a credit card
Some trial offers ask for your credit card. Read all the conditions before you sign up for anything.
My takeOverall, I used to like InstaGC, and it had good potential for many countries. I especially liked some of the fun features that are not available on other sites, like the contests and weekly bonus. However, at the time of updating this review, it seems like it no longer pays quickly. And their support does not reply when I write them. For that reason, I currently strongly advise you to use other GPT sites instead, which definitely pay.
How you earn on InstaGC
These are the ways to earn. Earnings only matter if you can cash them out, and right now that is not reliable. Tap one to read more.
Paid surveysMain earner
InstaGC offers surveys through several portals. You complete them on an external site, and the earnings go to your InstaGC account.
In my experience, the highest-paying surveys are in the “Task” section, under the InstaGC logo. Not all countries have surveys, and you will not qualify for all of them.
Download apps and programsDepends on the offer
Download small games, apps or desktop programs. Read the conditions first: sometimes you only launch the app within 15 minutes, other times you play a game to a certain level. More effort usually means a higher reward.
Visit websitesVery small
Click a link or ad, and sometimes stay on the site for a few seconds. There are not many of these paid-to-click options.
Sign up for trialsOften quite high
Sign up for free trials of services or websites. Some trials need a credit card, and they usually pay more. Read all the conditions before you sign up.
Weekly bonusUp to 5%
Every time you earn points, you also earn bonus units. Each unit is 0.01%, so 100 units give a 1% bonus on your weekly earnings, up to 5%. Redeem it with a button within 30 days.
Watch videosVery small
Choose a topic and watch short videos. It does not make a lot of money.
Completion contestsPrizes, not guaranteed
Earn points by completing tasks during the week. The top 10 win a set prize, and 5 random members get a small extra reward. First place, for example, gives $100.
The decimal pot and promo codesLuck and small bonuses
Bet the decimals in your balance into a weekly pot. 3 random winners get 50%, 35% and 15% of the pot. InstaGC also posts promo codes on its social media. For both, you must have earned on InstaGC in the last 5 days.
How much can you make?
It depends a lot on your country and how much time you put in. InstaGC has decent rewards for the time spent, and English-speaking countries have the most opportunities.
But what you earn only matters if you can cash it out. Right now, it is not clear whether InstaGC always pays, and if it does, it can take a very long time.
Payout methods and minimums
| Method | Minimum |
|---|---|
| PayPal | 100 points ($1) |
| Bitcoin | Only after $50 in cash or gift card redemptions |
| Gift cards | Depends on the card and your country |
| Charity donations | American Cancer, Clear Water Fund, Habitat for Humanity and more |
These are the payout options as they were. The last time I cashed out, I got my money after more than 2 months. The last few times I checked, the payout options were temporarily not available, and it has been like that for months.
What 44 comments tell me
This review has 44 comments since 2017: 22 from readers and 22 replies from me. These are the three things readers write about most.
Readers ask if it is safe that InstaGC wants them to link or verify their PayPal account to register.
Readers from Nigeria, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Iran and the Philippines ask about tasks and surveys there. Opportunities depend a lot on your country.
In May 2025, a reader wrote that payouts had resumed. In August 2025, the payout options were unavailable again, and I have given up on InstaGC.
“Any new update on Instagc?”
Mikael: No. I have honestly given up on it. The last few times I have checked, the payout options were temporarily not available, but it has been like that for months, so I have given up on it.
“I’m thrilled to share some great news — InstantGC has resumed payouts! All of my pending PayPal requests were successfully completed earlier today.”
Mikael: Great to hear you got your money. Thanks for sharing.
“When I register for an account,InstaGC requested that I link my PayPal account to them,is it safe?”
Mikael: They ask this for security reasons. Other platforms will also ask for some kind of verification before they pay you, so InstaGC just uses this method. … But, of course, only do what you are comfortable doing.
InstaGC alternatives I have tested
| Site | Best for | Min. cashout | My rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| PrizeRebel | Many surveys and offers, with excellent support | $5 PayPal; some gift cards from $2 | 4.8 / 5 |
| ySense | Surveys and offers, open in most countries | $10 PayPal | 4.0 / 5 |
| Swagbucks | Many daily ways to earn, one of the biggest GPT sites | About $5 PayPal; gift cards from 100 SB | 4.3 / 5 |
| Freecash | Highest pay for game and app offers | $5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| TimeBucks | Many small ways to earn, in almost every country | $3 | 3.9 / 5 |
See also the top GPT sites and the top survey sites in your country. You will find a site you can join wherever you live.
How I scored InstaGC
I use the same 100-point system for every platform. See how I test and rate.
InstaGC scores 20 out of 100, and I no longer recommend it. See these sites instead.
See the best alternativesInstaGC FAQ
Is InstaGC a scam?
It used to pay, and it paid me several times. But it no longer pays reliably: my last payout took more than 2 months, support does not reply, and the payout options have been unavailable for months. I advise you to use other GPT sites.
Is InstaGC still paying?
In May 2025, a reader wrote that payouts had resumed. The last few times I checked after that, the payout options were temporarily not available, and it has been like that for months. I have given up on it.
Does InstaGC support reply?
Not in my experience. I used to get an answer within a few hours. Now I have waited months, and I have written several times.
What is the minimum payout?
100 points, which is $1, for PayPal. Bitcoin needs $50 in earlier cash or gift card redemptions.
Why does InstaGC want my PayPal account?
In many countries, you need a verified PayPal account to finish your registration. InstaGC uses it to check that you are a real person. Only do it if you are comfortable with it.
Who can join InstaGC?
Anyone, from any country, aged 18 or older, or 13 with your parents’ consent. English-speaking countries have the most opportunities.
Is there an InstaGC app?
No. The website is fully mobile-responsive, so you can use it on a phone or tablet.
Who tested InstaGC for this review
Founder of PaidFromSurveys.com since 2016. Mikael has tested hundreds of survey and GPT sites and shares his tests with 555K+ subscribers on YouTube (October 2026).
If you have any questions, comments, or experiences with InstaGC you would like to share, I would love to hear from you in a comment below.
Any new update on Instagc?
No. I have honestly given up on it. The last few times I have checked, the payout options were temporarily not available, but it has been like that for months, so I have given up on it.
Yeah, okay, I guess I will just write them off, but good luck to you.
Thanks.
Hello guys! I’m thrilled to share some great news — InstantGC has resumed payouts! All of my pending PayPal requests were successfully completed earlier today. It’s fantastic to see things moving again, and I wanted to keep you all in the loop.
Great to hear you got your money. Thanks for sharing.
Sir.
This is my second comment in continuation of previous one.
When Logout option is selected under username in instaGC.com, message is showing saying .. Warning. Suspected Phishing….
Please check and help me since signup is done with paypal linking.
Its urgent. So please reply me.
I hope you understand my situation.
Whether Any risk is involved at present or for future workings on my paypal email since if I do any work, the payment first go to paypal account. So is there any risk involved ?
Although signup is done after reading reviews which says it’s genuine site.
Please guide and help me.
Could you please help by having interaction with the instaGC company support (if possible).
Waiting for your urgent reply.
Thanks.
Amit.
I just replied to your other comment.
Respected Michal Sir.
I have joined instaGC.com recently since I came to know that the site is ok and genuine.
Initially it ask for linking to paypal id. And now its done.
It says to verify my email But no email is received from them. So I have written them thru support ticket. But no reply yet received.
Please suggest on whether their is any risk since paypal email is given to them and its linking is done with their site. Any risk involved in this for my future workings ?
I hope paypal details are kept safe.
Please suggest me.
Waiting for your reply.
Thanks
Amit from india.
As I explain in the review above, InstaGC seems to have become unreliable. But I do not think your PayPal account is in danger if you have not given them persimmison to it and if you have not shared your password.
Hi.Mikael.When I register for an account,InstaGC requested that I link my PayPal account to them,is it safe?Other sites that I am a member with just requested for my PayPal email address for pay-out instead of linking my account to them.Thanks.
They ask this for security reasons. Other platforms will also ask for some kind of verification before they pay you, so InstaGC just uses this method. You have to, of course, be careful before doing it on any platform and make sure it is legit, but I have never had any problems with it and it is a platform I would trust regarding something like this. But, of course, only do what you are comfortable doing.
I would like to know how much time it takes to verify my identity
I had submitted my driver’s license from a out 3 days ago and contacted their support several times but when they asked me to verify my id they didn’t reply to any of my questions and i got worried about what i had did wrong
I didn’t try to contact them through their social media accounts so you recommended such a thing?
Usually, their support replies very quickly inside the platform. Cannot say what is going on in your case. But be aware they might be slower with their support during weekends.
Why Bangladesh is not add to work from instagc still out of my mind.millions of people can join as a community in this web.app.hope this problem must be solve by the team other wise this site is fake adviertiser or nothing else
You need to ask theri support about this. But, in general, there are less advertisers in your country that will pay for you to do tasks like this, and since many platforms therefore do not have any tasks for you, they oftne block your country from joining. You have to be aware that the only reason we can get paid from platforms like this is because tehre are market research companies and advertisers willing to pay us, and they will only pay people when they can also make a profit from it, of course, and that is just harder in your country, unfortunately.
hello michael..apakah insta Gc sangat cocok di indonesia? terimakasih
It is not a great site in Indonesia. You can check out this list of the best Indiónesian sites.
Is the points and payout in local currency or is it USD? Thanks.
The earnings are in points and depending on your payout method, it will in some cases be converted into your local currency when you withdraw.
hey mikael , Any recommendations For Iranians ? We can’t have PayPal Account
You can check out the best international sites here.
Many of these also offer other payout methods than PayPal.
When registering a message: “Wait while we check your browser …” This message hangs on the monitor for a long time, but there is no registration
I have no problems accessing the site. So not sure what is happening for you. Sounds like a browser error.
Mikael, thanks for your reviews on instagc. Please how can I locate the video and ptc sections when I log-in. Thank you
Glad you like the review. I have a video in the review above and here you can see exactly how to find everything. But there might be some things that are not available depending on the country you live in. Where do you live?
Thanks for your response. I live in Nigeria
InstaGC is not really a good option in NG. You can check out the best sites in Nigeria here.
InstaGC asked me to link my PayPal account by logging into my PayPal account and also asked me to verify my PayPal account before I can earn.Please is it safe or is it the work of scammers.
InstaGC is safe. I have been paid by it many times and you can also see my payment proof in the video in the review above. The reason they need you to verify with your PayPal account is to avoid fraud and make sure you are who you say you are.
So for InstaGC I would not worry. It is legit.
Let me know how it goes.
While registration do I need to give my paypal email ID or any other email ID is OK
If you want o get paid via PayPal, you need to use the email address you also use for PayPal.
Thank you.
you are welcome
Hi Mikael,
Thank you for all the info you provide, it really has helped me find Survey sites.
Can you advise how to register my PayPal account as Instagc says ” Your PayPal needs to be verified. Please check back once you have taken the necessary steps to verify your account.”
When I click on the link it take me PayPal. I cannot see anything on PayPal that would help either.
This is strange as the other survey merely ask for my PayPal email.
PayPal is the only option as I live in South africa
Hi David,
Inside your PayPal account, you have the option to verify it. I have an article that describes approximately how to do it. You can check it out here. And on PayPal itself, they will also have instructions about how to do it in your specific country. It is not difficult but just takes some days.
Let me know how it goes.
Thank you!! Your instructions worked.
Maybe it’s just me but PayPal instructions were not clear
Great to hear David. Glad it worked. And thanks for letting me know.
Instagc.com did you discontinue why and why if you unlock your browser I can do surveys get paid on money and buy you so you will never be able to shut down again
sorry, but I do not understand what you are asking? Can you say a bit more about what you would like to know?
Thanks for the very thorough review of InstaGC. There is a lot of good info here! You mention that it is good to use for extra money and not a full time job. Do you have a range of how much money you can make versus how much time you have to spend? I got the impression that it was worth it when reading your article, but then you rated it a 3/5 at the end. Are there other products that are 5/5? Thanks!
Hi Kristi,
Thanks for the feedback. Glad you like the info. You are right that InstaGC can be worth it in my opinion. The reason it is not getting more than 3 out of 5 at the end is that it can take some patience in the beginning to figure out what kinds of surveys and offers you qualify for and it takes a little time to figure out how to find the different options on the site. So for people that have never done paid surveys before or used GPT sites before, it might not be the best place to start as it takes a little extra time to get started.
There are sites that are very close to 5 out of 5, but it very much depends on the country you live in, which sites are the best. You can find a list of the best sites in your country through the top menu and “top survey sites”.
How much you can make on InstaGC versus the time you spend is very difficult to say. It depends what opportunities you are using. Some of the free trials you can sign up for can give you a very quick boost, while the PTC ads or videos gives very little per view. So can unfortunately not give a clear answer for this.
All the best,
Mikael
Thanks for this review of InstaGC. I used to work with such sites before, starting from ClixSense. It was a good opportunity, open for my country (Philippines), except that when you are from countries like mine, they limit the tasks available.
I read in your review here that this is also open to all countries. But are there tasks available to all? Or, just like ClixSense that if you are from Philippines, you only get 2 to 3 tasks instead of 10.
Hi Gomer,
Interesting to hear that CrowdFlower tasks are limited when you live in the Philippines. I know that mostly there are limited availble tasks in the beginning but as you do more, there should be more available – is that not the case for Philippines?
InstaGC tasks are through CrowdFlower just as the tasks on ClixSense, so the rules will be the same. The advantage of doing the tasks through ClixSense is that there you can also earn extra bonuses for it. I would also suggest you to check out TimeBucks – it has a lot of small tasks and ways of earning that are available to all no matter where you live and it is not limited depending on the country for many of the earning methods.
All the best,
Mikael