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Making Money Online in Kenya: How to Sell Your Internet Data and Earn

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Kenya ranks high among heavy internet users, meaning most citizens use Wi-Fi or data bundles to stay online. Currently, data bundle subscribers are the majority, due to the high costs of Wi-Fi installation, plus data provides more mobility.

As a bundle subscriber, you are familiar with situations where you have more data than you can use. You may also have plenty of browsing time, but you are broke, wondering what to do with the surplus. Did you know you can sell your extra credit and make money from it?

You are in the right place if we have your full attention. Read on to learn how to your internet data and money in Kenya, via various apps and tools.

1. Honeygain

You can earn money from your unused data through Honeygain. It is an app that you download on your device and it will let you cash in from your idle internet bundles.

It is an easy-to-use app, with a friendly interface, and anyone can navigate it. Once downloaded, you register by providing details like your name, email, and password. Verify your email and you are good to go.

When you sign up, you get a $2 signing bonus, a hint of the goodies you get from using the platform. Honeygain offers decent rates of 10 cents per GB shared, which is around Ksh100. You can specify how much data you want to share. The app will run in the background when turned on, and won’t interfere with your device’s functionality.

Other ways to earn with Honeygain are referring a friend, and earning daily credits, which you can convert to money. Withdrawals are through PayPal and the limit is $20.

2. Pawns.app

Pawns.app is an excellent tool for making cash from your internet data and it stands out from other apps courtesy of its versatility. Besides getting money from your data, you can also earn from paid surveys and games.

Take advantage of Pawns.app by signing up on its website and downloading the app. Registration for an account is simple, requiring you to provide your email address and password.

The app is available for iOS, Linux, Android, and Windows devices, another hint at its flexibility. You can sell your data via your smartphone or PC, and the rates, at $0.2 are fairly decent. 

Pawns.app is a secure app, which won’t access your confidential information or share it with unauthorized parties. You can boost your earnings through referrals. 

For payouts, the minimum withdrawal limit is $5, which you can get through PayPal, Wise, and gift cards.

3. PacketStream

Download PacketStream on your device to monetize your idle data bandwidth. It is an easy way to make passive income without doing much, other than launching the app and allowing it to run in the background.

PacketStream is a safe utility and won’t share your personal information with other parties. You might be curious about what the tool does with your data. The shared bandwidth is utilized by businesses and individuals trying to generate traffic to their sites and products, similar to advertising. 

This app has a sophisticated bandwidth management system that ensures your connection’s stability. By sharing your bandwidth, you don’t sacrifice performance and speed.

Your payout from PacketStream depends on the data amount shared. You get paid around $0.10 per GB shared, and the more active your connection the more you earn. Payments are possible via PayPal and the minimum withdrawal amount is $5.

4. EarnApp

EarnApp is a platform to consider if you want to make passive income in various ways, including sharing your internet bundle. To use the platform, you create an account and download the app. The app is compatible with various operating systems, like various versions of Windows and Android. An iOS app will come out soon.

Apart from sharing your bandwidth, you can make money on EarnApp by completing offers and playing games. You may also take advantage of its referral program, where you share the app with friends and get paid for your effort.

5. Repocket 

Repocket is another platform to consider if you want to sell your data bandwidth. A standout thing about this platform is its simple and user-friendly interface, making it easy to use. You sign up for Repocket’s services by providing your email, and you get a $3 signing bonus. Download the app to connect your device.

On the app, there is a counter tool that helps you estimate your possible winnings, depending on the number of unique IPs used and internet sharing hours. Other ways of making income on this platform are playing games and offers, inviting friends, and participating in the community.

Final Thought

Did you know that you can make money from your idle data bundles? Yes, you can, and this piece shows you how to sell your internet data and earn money in Kenya. Highlighted are apps to use to cash out on your bandwidth.

When picking an ideal bandwidth-sharing app, consider factors like payout, security, and compatibility with your device for a fruitful earning session. 

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I’m Clinton Wamalwa Wanjala, a financial writer and certified financial consultant passionate about empowering the youth with practical financial knowledge. As the founder of Fineducke.com, I provide accessible guidance on personal finance, entrepreneurship, and investment opportunities.