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Introduction

It helps to see the whole journey laid out in order, rather than piecing it together from separate FAQ answers. Here's what happens, step by step, from the moment you submit your registration form to your first Wednesday payout.

Key Points

  • Day 0: Submit the Annotator registration form with your details and preferred payment method.
  • Within 48 hours: Starkworth reviews your application and confirms approval.
  • Once approved: You gain access to your Annotator Dashboard and can begin completing tasks.
  • Ongoing: You complete annotation tasks against platform guidelines throughout the week.
  • Every Wednesday by 3:00 PM (CST): You receive your weekly payout based on that week's task performance and input.

Frequently Asked Questions

Likely, if you're approved mid-week — your first payout reflects whatever activity was recorded before the next Wednesday cutoff.

Reach out through Contact to check your application status.

Platform-specific guidelines are provided with each task type rather than a separate formal training program described on this site.

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Review the full agreement, register as an Annotator, or chat with Mena.

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