Web writing & copywriting
Write articles, product pages and sales pages for companies and media.
Visit the platform →The income directory
Find your goldmine.
More than 60 concrete ways to earn money, sorted by category and explained in depth, from a small side income all the way to a full-time living.
9 categories · 66 methods · Easy to Advanced levels
The project
A clear directory, with no magic promises
MintUp gathers and explains concrete ways to earn money online, from a small side income all the way to full-time work. Each category is a standalone guide: who it is for, how to start step by step, the mistakes that cost you, a selection of platforms and an FAQ. The goal is not to sell a dream, but to help you choose a realistic path and take action.
Content is updated regularly and stays deliberately transparent: we flag when a link is an affiliate link, and we remind you that this site is informational and is not financial advice.
Where to begin
Explore by category
Nine broad families of income. Click a category to discover the methods, how to get started, the mistakes to avoid and the platforms to launch on.
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Freelancing & Services
Sell your skills to clients around the world.
🎬Content Creation
Build an audience and turn it into income.
🛒E-commerce & Selling
Launch your store and sell online.
🌱Passive Income
Income that comes in even while you sleep.
📈Investing
Grow your capital over the long term.
⚡Gig Work & Microtasks
Earn a little extra, starting today.
🎓Teaching & Coaching
Share your knowledge and get paid for it.
🔑Sharing Economy
Monetize what you already own.
🤖AI & Automation
Ride the wave of new tools.
Selection
Featured methods
A solid starting point: accessible, popular methods with real potential, picked from every category.
Newsletter
Build a list of loyal subscribers and offer a paid tier.
Visit the platform →Print on demand
Have your designs printed on t-shirts, mugs and posters, on demand.
Visit the platform →Affiliate marketing
Recommend products and earn a commission on each sale you generate.
Visit the platform →Stocks & ETFs
Invest in the markets through diversified, low-fee funds.
Visit the platform →Cashback & deals
Get a percentage back on your everyday online purchases.
Visit the platform →Online private tutoring
Teach your subject (maths, music, code) over video call.
Visit the platform →Home rental
Rent a room or your home to travellers, occasionally.
Visit the platform →No-code automations
Connect companies' tools (Make, Zapier) to automate their repetitive tasks.
Visit the platform →The right mindset
Tips to start well
Four simple principles that separate an idea that sits idle from an income that actually runs.
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Start small, start fast
Pick a single method that fits your time and skills, then take action this week instead of planning everything.
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Bet on consistency
Online income rewards consistency. A little effort every day beats one big one-off with no follow-through.
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Reinvest and diversify
Once a first income is in place, reinvest your gains and combine several sources for more security.
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Beware easy money
No serious method promises wealth without effort. Steer clear of unrealistic promises and miracle courses.
Take action
Practical guides
Beyond the directory, step-by-step guides to put it to work: find clients, set your prices, build a product and grow income that lasts.
💼 Freelancing & Services
Land your first freelance client
The 14-day plan, from offer to first signed contract.
9 min min readRead →
🛒 E-commerce & Selling
15 business ideas with no money
Concrete paths to launch on a near-zero budget.
11 min min readRead →
🎬 Content creation
Create and sell a digital product
From validating the idea to the first sale.
12 min min readRead →
💼 Freelancing & Services
Price your work without underselling
A 5-step method for fair prices.
8 min min readRead →
🌱 Passive income
Passive income: the truth
What really works, and what’s a myth.
10 min min readRead →
🤖 AI & Automation
The 90-day plan
Launch an online business, month by month.
10 min min readRead →
2-minute quiz
Find your method in 4 questions
Answer four questions and discover the income category that best fits your time, budget and profile — then take action.
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