Question 1

What is CandidGO?

Accepted Answer

CandidGO is a free iOS app for selling photos on the spot. Photograph someone at a tourist landmark, on the street, or at a public event — then hand them a card with a 4-letter code like candidgo.com/ABCD. They visit the link, see their photo, and pay you directly.

No email exchange, no social media, no contact info needed. Available in 37 countries.

Question 2

How is CandidGO different from stock photo sites like Shutterstock or Foap?

Accepted Answer

Stock photo platforms are upload-and-wait marketplaces — you upload photos and hope strangers find and buy them. CandidGO is the opposite: you sell directly to the person you just photographed, on the spot. Hand them a card, they pay to get the unwatermarked photo.

Question 3

Can I make money selling photos to tourists?

Accepted Answer

Yes — tourist spots are one of the best use cases for CandidGO. Photograph visitors at landmarks, viewpoints, or busy streets, then hand them a card with a short link.

They see a watermarked preview and can pay to get the full photo — even after they've left. Buyers pay what feels fair, and you get paid directly to your bank. No haggling on the spot, no awkward phone exchange.

Question 4

Is it legal to photograph and sell photos of strangers on the street?

Accepted Answer

In most countries, photographing people in public spaces is legal. However, laws vary by country and context. Selling photos of people generally requires that the photo was taken in a public place where there is no expectation of privacy.

Always be respectful — if someone doesn't want their photo taken, don't take it. CandidGO is designed around consent: the person chooses whether to buy the photo.

Question 5

What cameras work with CandidGO?

Accepted Answer

Your iPhone camera works out of the box. CandidGO also supports Sony, Canon, Nikon, and Fujifilm cameras for USB and Wi-Fi workflows.

See the full compatible camera list for model-by-model detail and support labels.

Question 6

How much can I earn selling photos on the spot?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your location, volume, and what people choose to pay. Many paid photos land around $3 to $20. At a busy tourist spot, you could photograph dozens of people per day.

CandidGO is free to use with no subscription or upfront costs.

Question 7

How do I hand out photos?

Accepted Answer

Write the 4-letter code on a card and hand it to them. They can scan the QR code or visit the URL to see their photo. No card? Just write candidgo.com/ABCD on anything.

Question 8

Which countries is CandidGO available in?

Accepted Answer

CandidGO is available in 37 countries including United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, and many more across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Question 9

How much does CandidGO charge?

Accepted Answer

CandidGO is completely free to use — we only earn when you do.

50% to charity

40% to photographer

5% on referral sales

Photographer share is before Stripe processing fees. Referral commissions are paid from CandidGO's share, not on top.

Question 10

Which charities can photographers support?

Accepted Answer

Photographers can choose from these charities:

Action Against Hunger
Alzheimer's Research UK
Cancer Research UK
Make-A-Wish
Oxfam
Samaritans
Stand Up To Cancer
WWF

CandidGO donates 50% of each paid photo to the photographer's selected charity.

Question 11

When do I get paid?

Accepted Answer

Stripe sends your earnings to your bank account automatically. New accounts typically have a 7-day payout delay while Stripe verifies your account. Learn more

After that, payouts usually arrive within 2 business days.

You can view your payout schedule and history in the Manage Payouts section of the app.

Question 12

Is there a minimum payout?

Accepted Answer

Minimums are very low — typically one base unit of your currency. Examples: $0.01 USD, €1 EUR, £1 GBP, 0.01 AUD, 0.01 CAD.

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