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I am no longer getting disqualification points from Tap Research. Typically it is one cent per disqualification but not anymore?
I am no longer getting disqualification points from Tap Research. Typically it is one cent per disqualification but not anymore?
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What To Do If You Get Too Many Disqualifications on Surveys

Figuring out what to do if you're getting too many disqualifications on surveys can be daunting. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to help alleviate this issue.

What Causes Disqualifications on Surveys?

Survey disqualifications occur because survey platforms are designed to ensure that each participant that takes the survey is providing truthful answers, and is in the correct audience.

If the survey platform's algorithms suspect that someone is providing false information, or that they fall outside of the scope of the desired target audience, they will be disqualified.

What Happens If I Get Too Many Disqualifications?

The most common outcome of getting too many survey disqualifications is that the survey platform will stop paying out to the disqualified survey participants.

If you get more disqualifications than successful surveys, they will stop paying for disqualifications. Once you get enough successful completions they will continue paying for disqualifications again. Basically they were losing money on you and therefore stopped paying it.

How Can I Prevent Too Many Disqualifications?

Here are some tips for reducing the likelihood of too many disqualifications on surveys:

Conclusion

By following the tips outlined above, you can help to reduce the amount of disqualifications on your surveys, resulting in more accurate survey results, and higher payouts for the participants.

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