Loonea review: site closure and reliable alternatives

How does Loonea work?

Loonea offers four income sources in a single interface: paid surveys (core activity, supplied by partners like Cint, Lucid, Toluna Influencers), affiliate offers (sign-ups, downloads, free trials), mini-tasks (sponsored email reads, promotional games), and referrals. Earnings are credited as points to a single balance, convertible into euros above 1,500 points (€15).

The system is simple: 100 points = €1, with no tier system or loyalty bonus. Surveys pay between 50 and 250 points (€0.50 to €2.50) for 5 to 20 minutes, affiliate offers from 100 to several thousand points depending on the action required, and referrals earn 10% lifetime on referrals' earnings. No tier program like on Swagbucks or ySense.

How much can you really earn on Loonea?

The big question on Loonea, like all survey platforms, is the eligibility rate. Our estimate for a "French resident, 25-55" profile sits around 20-25% of completed surveys per attempt. In practice, for every 10 surveys you start, you'll be disqualified on 7 to 8 of them after 1 to 4 minutes of profiling questions — with no compensation.

Loonea vs Microtaches.com: head-to-head

Loonea's real strengths

• French entity: Loonea SAS, subject to French law, automatic DAC7 reporting to the DGFiP.
• Euro payouts: no USD/GBP conversion, no hidden FX fees.
• French-speaking support: team reachable via form (response times varied by period).
• Longevity: 17 years of activity (since 2008), stable payout history.
• France-targeted surveys: panels actively seek French residents for market research, slightly improving eligibility vs international platforms.

Limitations for a French user

• Highly disqualifying surveys: 75 to 80% pre-surveys abandoned, lots of unpaid time.
• Slow point accumulation: reaching 1,500 pts (€15) takes on average 12 to 20 hours of active session.
• Survey-dominated catalogue: few varied mini-tasks (moderation, AI, engagement), unlike modern micro-task platforms.
• No tier system: no loyalty bonus, no rewarded progression.
• Point expiration: a balance inactive for 12 consecutive months can be voided per the ToS (check regularly).
• Aging interface: dated UX, no native mobile app, less smooth experience than newer platforms.

Legal and tax framework for a French resident

Earnings from Loonea are taxable in France from the very first euro, as non-commercial profits (BNC) to declare on line 5KU/5LU of the 2042-C-PRO form if you're under micro-BNC, or added to your turnover if you're a micro-entrepreneur. See our full guide Declaring micro-task income to the French tax office.

Loonea, as a platform operator established in France, falls under the European DAC7 directive (article 1649 ter A of the French Tax Code). For personal services and micro-tasks, digital platforms transmit income data without any exemption threshold (the exemption under 30 transactions and €2,000 applies strictly to the sale of goods). You receive an annual summary before January 31. See our article DAC7 directive and micro-tasks.

Withdrawal methods on Microtaches

Your Ops can be withdrawn to a bank account, a mobile money account or an online wallet. Bank transfer is available from the usual minimum; MVola, Orange Money, Wave, MTN MoMo, PayPal, Skrill and Neteller are available from 25,000 Ops; Revolut and Crypto are coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

Is Loonea still active and paying out?

No. Loonea definitively closed on November 1, 2024, along with its sister website Moolineo (operated by JS Media Prod). Registration and withdrawals are no longer possible.

How much can you really earn on Loonea from France?

Indicative estimate: around €8/month for 15 min/day, €30/month for 1 h/day, €70/month for 3 h/day. Surveys are the main income source, but ~75-80% of them disqualify the panelist after a few questions.

Which payout methods are accepted and with what minimums?

PayPal, SEPA bank transfer, cheque, and gift cards (Amazon, FNAC, Décathlon…). Minimum threshold: 1,500 points (€15). PayPal payouts are the fastest (5-7 business days).

How did tax reporting and DAC7 work on Loonea?

Earnings generated in France must be reported on tax returns from the first euro under BNC. Under DAC7 rules, platforms facilitating personal services report transactions directly to tax authorities without transaction volume thresholds.

Do you have to declare Loonea earnings to the French tax office?

Yes, from the very first euro. Earnings are non-commercial profits (BNC) to declare on line 5KU/5LU of the 2042-C-PRO if you're under micro-BNC, or added to your turnover if you're a micro-entrepreneur.

Is there a reliable French alternative following Loonea's closure?

Yes. Microtaches.com provides a platform for completing paid online tasks with French support, bank transfer payouts from 5,000 withdrawable Ops, KYC verification from 1,000 Ops balance, and full legal compliance.

Why did Loonea and Moolineo shut down in 2024?

Publisher JS Media Prod ceased operations for its paid survey and email platforms on November 1, 2024, closing out over fifteen years in the French paid-to-click and survey space.

Can I still retrieve unredeemed points from Loonea?

No. Following the permanent shutdown on November 1, 2024, platform access and payout processing have ceased completely.

Sources

• loonea.com — FAQ, payment methods and ToS (accessed June 2026)
• TrustPilot — Loonea profile, several thousand cumulative reviews
• Société.com — Loonea SAS company record (HQ, directors)
• BOI-INT-AEA-30 — Official Bulletin of Public Finance, DAC7 section
• Article 1649 ter A of the French General Tax Code (DAC7 transposition)