TL;DR
This guide explains how rewards apps work—and what to do when your points don’t show up.
- You complete tasks (games, surveys, signups) and earn points you can cash out for gift cards or money.
- Most delays happen because the partner company is still checking your task—not because you got scammed.
- “Pending” and “On Hold” mean different things; both usually resolve on their own.
- Steam, Google Play, and Robux rewards are real—but only through real tasks, not generators.
- Generators and hacks are never real. They’re always scams.
- Using a VPN, running multiple accounts, or using tricks to fake progress will get you banned or cause your points to disappear.
- Some countries get more tasks and faster payouts than others.
Quick Words You’ll See (2 Minutes)
- Offer / Task — Something you complete to earn points (install a game, take a survey, sign up for a trial).
- Partner page — The page inside the app where you find tasks. Sometimes called an “offerwall.”
- Pending — Your cashout is being processed normally. Wait time varies.
- On Hold — Your cashout needs extra checks (usually ID verification or fraud review).
- Credited — Points showed up in your account balance.
Choose Your Situation
| What you’re seeing | What it usually means (simple) | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| I finished an offer but got 0 points | The link that proves you started from the app broke, or the partner is still checking | Fix missing credits |
| My cashout says Pending / On Hold | Normal review process; wait times vary | Understand pending vs on hold |
| How long to my first cashout? | First withdrawals take longer because of extra checks | See first cashout timelines |
| I want a Steam gift card | Real ways exist; avoid generators | Earn Steam cards safely |
| I want a Google Play gift card | You can earn these through real tasks | Earn Google Play cards |
| I want Robux | Legit methods exist; “free Robux” sites are scams | Get Robux the right way |
| Is Freeward legit? | Payment history and how to check yourself | Check Freeward’s track record |
| My account got banned / flagged | Common rule breaks and how to avoid them | Avoid account bans |
| Does this work in my country? | Yes, but some countries get fewer tasks and lower payouts | See country expectations |
| Which offer partners work best in my country? | Partner pages have different task availability by region | Compare partners by region |
The 60-Second Reality: How Points Show Up
- You click a task inside the rewards app (game install, survey, trial signup).
- You finish what the task asked for (reach level 10, complete the quiz, keep the subscription active).
- The partner company checks that you really did it — this can take minutes, days, or weeks depending on the task.
- Your rewards app gives you points once the partner confirms everything and pays the app.
Most delays happen during step 3. The partner is checking for fake accounts, VPN use, incomplete actions, or suspicious patterns. Missing points usually mean the link broke or the check is still running—not that you’ve been scammed.
[Optional graphic: 4-step credit flow diagram]Rules That Stop Most Problems
- No VPN, proxy, or privacy tools like iCloud Private Relay. These break the link that proves you started from the app, and they trigger fraud alerts.
- No emulators or fake devices. Partners detect these and cancel your points.
- One account only. Multiple accounts = permanent ban on most apps.
- Don’t uninstall and reinstall apps to “force” points. This erases the link that proves you started from the rewards app.
- Use real info when signing up for tasks. Fake emails or names usually fail the partner’s checks.
- If you used a VPN, stop and switch to normal internet before doing more offers.
Following these rules won’t guarantee every task credits, but breaking them almost guarantees problems.
Scam Red Flags (60 Seconds)
- “Free gift card generators” — Always fake. Real cards require real tasks.
- Sites asking for your rewards app password — Legit tasks never need this.
- “Human verification” loops — Endless surveys or downloads that never pay out.
- APK files from random websites — Often malware disguised as reward apps.
- “Earn $500 in 5 minutes” claims — If it sounds too good to be true, it is.
If You’re Outside the Tier1
Some countries get more tasks and faster payouts than others.
- Top-tier countries (US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany) usually see the most tasks, highest payouts, and quickest checks.
- Other regions often have fewer tasks, lower payouts, and sometimes longer wait times.
- Different partner pages focus on different regions—some work better in Europe, others in Asia or Latin America. Compare which partners work best in your region.
- First cashouts can take longer in countries where fraud checks are stricter.
- Payment options differ—gift card types and minimum cashout amounts vary by location.
If you’re seeing few tasks or slow payouts, your region is probably the main reason. See realistic expectations by country.
Common Tier-1 GEO set used by advertisers / offerwalls:
- United States (US) (#1 for offer volume in most networks)
- United Kingdom (UK)
- Canada (CA)
- Australia (AU)
- Germany (DE)
- France (FR)
- Netherlands (NL)
- Sweden (SE)
- Norway (NO)
- Denmark (DK)
- Finland (FI)
- Ireland (IE)
- Switzerland (CH)
- Austria (AT)
- Belgium (BE)
- Spain (ES)
- Italy (IT)
- New Zealand (NZ)
- Luxembourg (LU)
High-volume Asia
- India (IN)
- Indonesia (ID)
- Philippines (PH)
- Thailand (TH)
- Vietnam (VN)
- Malaysia (MY)
- Singapore (SG) (often fewer users, but strong advertiser interest)
High-volume LATAM
- Brazil (BR)
- Mexico (MX)
- Argentina (AR)
- Colombia (CO)
High-volume “Tier-2 Europe / nearby”
- Poland (PL)
- Portugal (PT)
- Czechia (CZ)
- Romania (RO)
- Greece (GR)
- Hungary (HU)
MENA / Africa (often good volume, mixed quality/payout)
- Turkey (TR)
- South Africa (ZA)
- UAE (AE) (can be strong for some verticals)
Quick FAQ
Is Freeward legit?
Freeward has real payment history and works like other rewards apps. When checking any rewards app, look for:
- Real user payment proof (not just ads)
- Clear payout rules and minimum amounts
- Real support contact info
See Freeward’s full legitimacy breakdown.
Why didn’t I get points?
Common reasons: the link broke (VPN, reinstall, wrong device), the partner is still checking, or you didn’t finish the exact task requirements. See the troubleshooting guide.
Pending vs On Hold—what’s the difference?
“Pending” usually means normal processing. “On Hold” usually means extra checks are needed (ID verification, fraud review, or first-time cashout review). See detailed breakdown.
How long until my first cashout?
First withdrawals can take anywhere from a few hours to several days—sometimes longer depending on the task type, app policies, and your country. Repeat cashouts are usually faster. See first cashout expectations.
Do rewards apps work in my country?
Yes, but task availability and payout amounts vary a lot by region. Countries like the US and UK get better task selection and higher payouts. Check country expectations.
Are gift card generators real?
No. All “free gift card generators” are scams meant to steal your info or waste your time. Real gift cards come from completing real tasks.
Can a VPN get me banned or break my points?
Yes. VPNs break the link that proves you started from the app, trigger fraud systems, and can get your account banned. Never use them with rewards apps. See common ban reasons.
How does all of this actually work?
Rewards apps connect you to advertisers through partner pages. You complete tasks, advertisers pay the app, and the app shares some of that money with you. See how the system works.