How to Become a Mystery Shopper in 2022

Have you heard about mystery shoppers? Well, they are real. They are everyday people like you and me. Each day, they walk the aisles of stores and visit restaurants, giving quality feedback to the “middleman company” who turns the information over to headquarters. You too can be a mystery shopper and gain extra income and awesome rewards. For the most part, you need to be organized, reliable, and able to get around.

Signing up with Mystery Shopping Companies

Your first step to becoming a mystery shopper is to sign up with a reputable company. You may find various opportunities on a few job search engines. However, MSPA-Global is your safest bet. Here, companies must apply for membership to be listed. They have rules, regulations, and specific standards to uphold, so you know you are not applying with a scamming company.


A few great companies are Marketforce, A Closer Look, and We Check. You can sign up with multiple companies – this is greater potential income for you.

The Application Process

For the most part, the application process for mystery shopping companies is standard. You will need:

• Your contact information 

• Your social security number or employer identification number (EIN) 

• Your PayPal or bank account info (otherwise they may send a check to your home) 

• A sample of your writing if the position includes long and detailed reports 

Once you are hired, you can start working immediately. Some may require you to take a few tests to get familiar with the client and their expectations. You will only want to take one or two jobs in the beginning until you get into the swing of things.

A Few Items You’ll Need

You do not need much to start being a mystery shopper. Each assignment may vary. It is important to pay attention to your company’s request for each assignment. Common items you will need include:

• A smart phone (camera, note taking, timer) 

See, that was easy!


Depending upon the company and assignment you may need access to a computer. Use a scanner or your phone to scan receipts, pictures, and such and submit them online via fax or their website.

Here are more ways to make extra money in your spare time.

Have you ever mystery shopped before? What was your experience?

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