Paid Focus Groups UK

Paid focus groups give people across the UK the chance to share their views on real topics and receive a thank-you payment for their time.

How can I take part in paid focus groups?

To take part in our paid focus groups, or any other paid research opportunities with DJS Research including customer surveys and opinion polls, you’ll need to join our research panel, Opinion Exchange. Joining Opinion Exchange is absolutely free and open to anyone aged 16 or over.

Occasionally, we also run research with under-16s, but these projects are organised separately and always require parental or guardian consent. You can’t join Opinion Exchange if you’re under 16.

What is Opinion Exchange?

Opinion Exchange is our online research panel, owned and managed in-house by DJS Research. We invite our Opinion Exchange panellists to take part in paid focus groups and other research studies run by our research teams.

What happens after you sign up to Opinion Exchange?

Once you’re a member of Opinion Exchange, you’ll start to receive email invitations asking you to take part in relevant market research projects that are considered a good match for you (based on the information you provided to us when you joined). These opportunities can vary from focus groups to surveys and other paid research tasks. All research opportunities are optional - it's entirely up to you what you choose to take part in. 

Some sessions take place in person, usually at venues within a reasonable distance of where you live. Others are online, often using platforms such as Zoom. Every invitation outlines clear details in advance, including the date, time, format and the thank-you payment offered.

Your details and privacy

We take protecting your information seriously. Your details are handled in line with UK data protection legislation and the Market Research Society Code of Conduct. Your information is used only for research purposes and is never shared without your permission. Any contact from us will always relate to genuine research opportunities, never sales or marketing.

How long do focus groups last and what do they pay?

Most focus groups last between one and two hours. Payments vary depending on the project, but typically range from £30 to £150. Full details are always explained before you decide whether to take part.

Frequently asked questions

• Are paid focus groups genuine? Yes. All focus groups are organised by DJS Research. Taking part never involves selling or promoting anything. We’re simply interested in people’s views and experiences.

• How do you decide who is invited? Invitations are based on the information you provide when you sign up. Not everyone is suitable for every project, but keeping your details up to date helps us invite you to the right opportunities.

• Are focus groups always in person? No. Some are held at venues around the UK, while others take place online. The format is always explained in advance.

• How will I be paid? Payment arrangements vary depending on the project and are always explained beforehand. In most cases, payment is made via PayPal, although other methods may occasionally be used

• Will my details be shared? No. Your details are used only for research purposes and never shared with third parties (unless prior consent is given).

Other research opportunities

As an Opinion Exchange panel member, paid focus groups are just one of the research opportunities you may be invited to take part in. You may also be invited to other types of research, including as online surveys and polls.

All opportunities are managed through Opinion Exchange and, as with focus groups, taking part is always optional and clearly explained in advance.

Find out more about the opportunities to take part in exciting and interesting market research projects, sharing your views and opinions and earning while you do at Opinion Exchange now!

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