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Getting Started with Browse & Earn

Start earning money on desktop immediately after installing the extension. No special actions required - just browse normally and get paid.

Your First Hour​

1. Verify Extension is Active​

Check the Extension Icon:

  • Look for Ethikal icon in browser toolbar
  • Icon should be colored (not grayed out)
  • Hover to see "Connected ✓" tooltip

Click Extension Icon to See:

  • Your account email
  • Connection status: "Connected ✓"
  • Today's earnings: "$0.00" (will update as you browse)
  • Activity status: "Active"

2. Start Browsing Normally​

That's it! Just visit websites as usual:

  • Read news
  • Shop online
  • Watch videos
  • Browse social media
  • Check email

The extension automatically:

  • Tracks ad auctions
  • Monitors data value
  • Credits earnings to your account
  • Updates totals in real-time

3. Watch Earnings Appear​

Where to Check:

In Browser Extension:

  • Click extension icon anytime
  • See today's earnings update live
  • View sites visited today
  • Track data value per site

In Mobile App:

  • Open Ethikal app
  • Go to Earnings tab
  • See "Desktop Earnings" section
  • Updated every 5 minutes

Understanding the Extension Interface​

Extension Popup​

Click the extension icon to see:

┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ Ethikal                    [⚙️]  │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ ✓ Connected                     │
│ your.email@example.com          │
│                                 │
│ Today's Earnings                │
│ $0.12                           │
│                                 │
│ This Month                      │
│ $1.47                           │
│                                 │
│ Sites Visited Today: 8          │
│ Data Value Tracked: $2.34       │
│                                 │
│ [View Full Dashboard]           │
└─────────────────────────────────┘

Key Metrics​

Today's Earnings

  • Money earned today from browsing
  • Updates in real-time
  • Resets at midnight

This Month

  • Total earnings for current calendar month
  • Cumulative across all browsing
  • Resets on 1st of each month

Sites Visited

  • Count of unique domains visited
  • Only tracked sites (not all websites)
  • Useful for understanding your browsing patterns

Data Value Tracked

  • Total value of ad auctions you were in
  • Higher than earnings (you get ~40%)
  • Shows true value of your data

Maximizing Your Earnings​

Best Practices​

1. Browse Regularly

  • Consistency matters more than total hours
  • Spread browsing throughout the day
  • Daily activity generates more opportunities

2. Visit Varied Sites

  • Different sites = different advertisers
  • Shopping sites often pay more
  • News and content sites are consistent

3. Keep Extension Active

  • Don't pause unless necessary
  • Let it run in background
  • Earnings happen even on idle tabs

4. Use Desktop When Possible

  • Desktop ads pay 20% more than mobile
  • Better for video content
  • Higher engagement = higher value

High-Value Activities​

Shopping & E-commerce ($$$)

  • Product browsing
  • Price comparisons
  • Review reading
  • Category exploration

News & Content ($$)

  • Article reading
  • Video watching
  • Newsletter browsing
  • Commentary sections

Research & Learning ($$)

  • How-to guides
  • Tutorial videos
  • Educational content
  • Technical documentation

Social Media ($)

  • Feed scrolling
  • Profile viewing
  • Post interaction
  • Group browsing

What Doesn't Earn​

These activities don't generate value:

  • Private/incognito browsing
  • Local files or PDFs
  • Browser settings pages
  • Extensions pages
  • Blocked websites (per your settings)
  • Work/school networks (sometimes blocked)

Daily Routine Example​

Morning (30 minutes)​

  • Check news sites: ~$0.04
  • Browse email: ~$0.01
  • Social media: ~$0.02 Morning Total: ~$0.07

Midday (1 hour)​

  • Research for work/school: ~$0.08
  • Lunch break browsing: ~$0.05
  • Online shopping: ~$0.12 Midday Total: ~$0.25

Evening (2 hours)​

  • Entertainment/streaming: ~$0.10
  • Social media: ~$0.05
  • News and articles: ~$0.08
  • Product research: ~$0.15 Evening Total: ~$0.38

Daily Total: ~$0.70​

Monthly Projection: ~$21.00​

Note: Actual earnings vary based on demographics, location, and browsing habits.

Tracking Your Progress​

In the Extension​

Real-Time Stats:

  • Click extension icon anytime
  • See live earnings counter
  • Track sites visited
  • View data value

Quick Checks:

  • Icon color (colored = active, gray = paused)
  • Hover tooltip shows status
  • Badge shows unread opportunities (coming soon)

In Mobile App​

Desktop Earnings Section:

  1. Open Ethikal mobile app
  2. Go to Earnings tab
  3. Find Desktop Earnings card
  4. See:
    • Today's desktop earnings
    • This week's totals
    • This month's totals
    • Extension status

Full Dashboard:

  • Tap "View Full Dashboard"
  • See detailed breakdown
  • Compare mobile vs desktop
  • View historical trends

Common Questions​

How often should I check earnings?​

Check as little or as often as you want!

  • Earnings happen automatically
  • No need to actively monitor
  • Check mobile app weekly for totals
  • Use extension popup for quick looks

Do I need to click anything?​

No! Earnings are completely passive:

  • Just browse normally
  • No clicks required
  • No special actions needed
  • Extension works in background

What if I close my browser?​

No problem!

  • Earnings are saved automatically
  • Reopen browser to continue earning
  • Extension starts automatically
  • Previous earnings preserved

Can I browse with multiple tabs?​

Yes! Multiple tabs are fine:

  • Each tab tracks independently
  • More tabs = more opportunities
  • Active tabs earn more than idle
  • No limit on number of tabs

Does it work on all websites?​

Most websites, yes!

Works on:

  • News and media sites ✓
  • E-commerce and shopping ✓
  • Social media ✓
  • Video platforms ✓
  • Blogs and forums ✓

Doesn't work on:

  • Your blocked sites
  • Private/incognito tabs
  • Local files
  • Browser settings pages
  • Some work/school networks

Optimizing Settings​

Accessing Settings​

  1. Click extension icon
  2. Click gear icon (⚙️) or "Settings"
  3. Configure your preferences

Key Settings​

Auto-Start (Recommended: ON)

  • Start earning when browser opens
  • No need to manually activate
  • Maximizes earning time

Notifications (Your Choice)

  • Get alerts for high-value opportunities
  • Notify when earnings reach milestones
  • Optional: Can disable if distracting

Privacy Level

  • Standard (Recommended): Balance privacy and earnings
  • Maximum Privacy: Earn less, share minimal data
  • Maximum Earnings: Share more, earn more

Blocked Sites

  • Add websites to exclude from tracking
  • Useful for work/personal sites
  • Won't affect other sites' earnings
✓ Auto-start: ON
✓ Notifications: ON (try for first week)
✓ Privacy level: Standard
✓ Blocked sites: Add work/banking sites

Getting Help​

Extension Not Earning?​

Quick Checks:

  1. Is icon colored (not gray)?
  2. Does popup show "Connected ✓"?
  3. Are you on a trackable website?
  4. Is ad blocker interfering?

Try:

Connection Issues?​

Check:

  1. Internet connection active?
  2. Logged into Ethikal mobile app?
  3. Extension updated to latest version?
  4. Firewall not blocking extension?

Solution:

  • Go to mobile app → Settings → Browser Extension
  • Tap "Reconnect"
  • Follow prompts

Need Support?​

Withdrawal & Payments​

When Can I Withdraw?​

Minimum Balance: $10

  • Desktop + mobile earnings combined
  • Same account, same balance
  • Same withdrawal methods

How to Withdraw​

From Mobile App:

  1. Open Ethikal app
  2. Go to Earnings tab
  3. Tap "Withdraw"
  4. Choose payment method
  5. Confirm withdrawal

Payment Methods:

  • Cryptocurrency (ETH, USDC) - Instant, no fees
  • PayPal - 3-5 business days, standard fees
  • Bank transfer - 5-7 business days, standard fees
  • Gift cards - Instant, no fees
  • Charity donation - Instant, tax deductible

Payment Timeline​

  • Request: Withdrawal requested from app
  • Processing: 24-48 hours for review
  • Payment: Depends on method (see above)
  • Confirmation: Email sent when complete

Next Steps​

Week 1: Get Comfortable​

  • Install extension ✓
  • Browse normally for a week
  • Check earnings occasionally
  • Familiarize with interface

Week 2: Optimize​

  • Review which sites earn most
  • Adjust privacy settings if needed
  • Try different browsing patterns
  • Set up blocked sites list

Month 1: Maximize​

  • Hit first payout threshold ($10)
  • Make first withdrawal
  • Understand your earning patterns
  • Consider installing on other computers

Beyond​

  • Consistent earning becomes automatic
  • Monthly passive income established
  • Refer friends for bonuses
  • Explore advanced features

Tips from Top Earners​

"I keep browser open all day at work. Tabs just sit there and earn!" - Sarah K., $2.40/month

"Shopping research is my gold mine. Compare prices, read reviews, browse deals." - Mike R., $2.85/month

"Installed on work and home PCs. Both earn to same account. Easy $4/month." - Jessica L., $4.20/month (2 computers)

"Just browse like normal. Don't overthink it. Money adds up automatically." - David T., $1.95/month

Ready to Earn!​

You're all set! The extension is installed, connected, and earning. Just browse normally and watch your balance grow.

Remember:

  • ✓ No special actions needed
  • ✓ Earnings happen automatically
  • ✓ Check progress anytime in mobile app
  • ✓ Withdraw when you reach $10

Questions? See our FAQ or contact support.

Happy browsing and earning! 💰