Quick answer
An app tester installs an app, usually a pre-release version, follows the business's instructions to use specific features, notes anything that breaks, confuses or feels slow, and submits bug reports and feedback with evidence such as screenshots or recordings. The goal is to find problems before real customers do.
A typical task, step by step
- Read the brief. What app, which device, what to test, how long it takes, what to submit.
- Join and install. For Android closed tests, accept the opt-in link with your Google account, then install from Google Play.
- Follow the steps. Sign up, try a feature, complete a flow.
- Notice problems. Crashes, errors, things that don't load, confusing screens.
- Record evidence. Screenshots or a short screen recording.
- Report. Write bug reports and answer the business's questions.
- Submit. The work is reviewed, and approved work earns the reward.
Types of testing work
| Type | What you do |
|---|---|
| Functional testing | Check features work as described |
| Closed and beta testing | Use a pre-release app over several days with short daily tasks |
| Usability testing | Try tasks and explain where you got stuck or confused |
| Website testing | Check pages, forms and checkout flows in different browsers |
| Surveys and research | Answer questions about your habits and opinions |
| Bug reporting | Write clear reproducible reports with evidence |
Skills that make a good tester
- Following instructions exactly, then noticing what the instructions missed.
- Describing problems clearly and briefly — see how to write a good bug report.
- Honesty: reporting what you really experienced, good or bad.
- Patience with repeated steps.
- Care with other people's data in screenshots.
What testers don't do
- Post public reviews or ratings as part of a task.
- Share passwords, OTPs or payment details.
- Fake usage or submit copied evidence.
These rules protect testers, businesses and the platforms apps are sold on.
How to start
Create a free account, add your devices and skills, and tasks will appear when your profile matches a campaign. Start with our Earn With Us page and how to earn as an app tester in India.
Frequently asked questions
Do app testers need coding skills?
Not for most crowdtesting tasks. Clear communication and careful observation matter more.
How long does a test take?
Each task states its expected time. Single sessions are often short; multi-day tests usually need a few minutes per day.
Can I test on an iPhone?
Some tasks are for iPhone or web; Google Play closed tests need an Android phone.