Octopus pays you a $25 payout once you accumulate 250 points through activities on their platform.
Earning Money with Play Octopus
Play Octopus offers a unique way for drivers to earn additional income by displaying an interactive tablet in their vehicle. The earnings are structured around a point system, which converts into cash payouts once a certain threshold is met.
How Points Are Calculated
Your points with Octopus are calculated based on two primary activities:
- Estimated Rides: For every estimated ride you complete, as calculated by the tablet's GPS, you earn points.
- Passenger Engagement: When passengers play games on the tablet, you also accumulate points.
Here's a breakdown of how points are earned:
| Activity | Points Earned |
|---|---|
| Per Estimated Ride | 1 point |
| Per Game Played | 0.5 points |
Reaching Your Payout
To earn a cash payout, you need to reach a specific point total:
- Payout Threshold: You earn $25 once you accumulate 250 points.
This means that your earnings directly correlate with how many rides you give and how actively your passengers engage with the tablet.
Examples of How to Reach 250 Points for a $25 Payout:
- Rides Only: Complete 250 estimated rides (250 rides x 1 point/ride = 250 points).
- Games Only: Have passengers play 500 games (500 games x 0.5 points/game = 250 points).
- Combined: A common scenario might involve a mix, such as:
- 150 estimated rides (150 points)
- 200 games played by passengers (200 games x 0.5 points/game = 100 points)
- Total: 150 + 100 = 250 points
Once you hit the 250-point mark, the $25 payout becomes available for you to cash out conveniently via your Driver Dashboard.
Maximizing Your Earnings
To maximize your earnings with Octopus, focusing on both consistent driving and encouraging passenger interaction with the tablet can be beneficial. The more rides you give and the more passengers play games, the faster you'll accumulate points and reach your payout milestones.
