We connect human brilliance with artificial intelligence

We empower thousands of experts to make AI smarter, safer, and more reliable.

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Our impact across the globe

$150M+

Paid to contributors

55+

Languages represented

100k+

Expert annotators

120M+

Annotations completed

Why we built DataAnnotation

AI models are only as good as the data they learn from.  We started DataAnnotation because we saw a gap between what AI needed — nuanced, expert-level human judgment — and what the annotation industry was providing.

Our mission is simple: connect the world's most capable minds with meaningful AI work. We don't believe in assembly-line labeling. We believe in thoughtful, domain-expert review that teaches models to reason, not just classify.

Every annotation on our platform is a human decision — made by someone who understands the subject deeply enough to explain not just the "what," but the "why."

Trusted by industry leaders

Powering the next generation of AI

Expert annotations powering the world’s most advanced AI systems.

13B+
Annotations to date
87M+
Gen AI data labeled

Press Releases

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What we stand for

People first

Every decision starts with the people doing the work. We focus on making tasks clear, manageable, and consistent, with fair pay and straightforward guidelines.

Quality matters

We don't cut corners. Every annotation is reviewed, every edge case is documented, and every contributor is empowered to flag problems without friction.

Serious safety

AI safety isn't a marketing line — it's embedded in our annotation standards. We train contributors to identify and surface harmful outputs, not just ignore them.

Our commitment to you

Not everyone gets in—that’s the point. We pay a premium for contributors committed to high-quality AI work.

Fast, reliable payments

Get paid after every project. No invoicing, no chasing payments. Withdraw anytime.

Truly global access

Available in 50+ countries with local support, fair pay, and global infrastructure.

Continuous learning

Get feedback, updated guidelines, and learn with a community of experts.

Review our open roles

We offer projects across a range of skill sets—see which are currently available.

Start in 3 simple steps

Not everyone gets in—that’s the point. We pay a premium for contributors committed to high-quality work.

1

Apply

You will be asked to complete an assessment aligned with your area of expertise.

2

Start working

Access projects aligned with your skills and knowledge.

3

Get paid

Payment is issued after each completed project and can be withdrawn directly from your account.

"The pay is genuinely competitive with engineering contract rates, which surprised me. I pick up hours when I want them and leave it alone when I don't."

Ben

Software Engineer

"The rates are well above what I'd earn on most Tokyo contracts. It covers what I need so I can actually spend time on my own creative work."

Nanase

Professional Translator

"Setting my own hours sounds generic until you've spent years not being able to. The writing work itself is also more interesting than I expected."

Salime

Creative Writer

"I have two young kids. Logging on after bedtime and still earning meaningfully is the part that matters. Teaching didn't give me that option."

Anthony

Educator

"The project variety is the thing I didn't expect. Different task types, different skill demands. Keeps it from feeling like a second job."

Shannon

Product Designer

"Medicine doesn't usually allow for remote or flexible work. Having something that pays well and fits around clinical hours has made a real difference."

Omar

Physician

"I'm a Costa Rican living in France, so fully remote isn't optional for me. The pay being better than my previous role was the unexpected part."

Alejandro

Data Analyst

"Straightforward to pick up, decent rates, no meetings. That's most of what I need from a side income."

Sean

Data Scientist

"I've taken calls from trailheads and answered tasks from a hammock. The work gets done, the pay shows up, and nobody cares where I am."

Austin

Biomedical Engineer

"It's one of the few remote gigs where the math I actually teach is relevant. I fit it in between classes and on travel days."

Howy

Mathematician

"The task variety is what kept me around. Different problems, different domains, and the rate is fair for the work."

Michael

Computer Scientist

"I don't have the pedigree people usually expect for this kind of work. Getting paid based on what I can actually do, rather than where I went to school, is rarer than it should be."

Molly

Data Scientist

"I'm transitioning from clinical work into health tech. This is the first contract I've found where both my medical and research background are genuinely useful."

Marcus

Physician-Scientist

"Full-time engineering plus NCAA training doesn't leave much room for a traditional job. Being able to work between practices and classes, at engineering-level pay, is the part that changed things for me."

Francisco

Engineering Student

$150M+

Paid to contributors

55+

Languages represented

100k+

Expert annotators

120M+

Annotations completed

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? Here we answer the most common questions.

What kind of work will I do?

You'll work on tasks that help AI perform better, like reviewing responses, checking accuracy, refining prompts, and rating outputs. No coding or technical background needed.

What kind of projects are available?

Projects vary but commonly include reviewing AI-generated text, ranking responses, checking facts, labeling data, and reviewing content in specific subject areas. All focused on improving real production AI systems.

Who is this for?

This is ideal for people with strong reasoning skills, attention to detail, and subject-matter expertise who want flexible, remote work with real impact. Researchers, students, professionals, and independent contributors who enjoy analytical work and want to contribute to advancing AI systems.

What kind of position is this?

This is a flexible, task-based contractor role. You work remotely on your own schedule, focused on output quality rather than hours logged. There is no long-term commitment required, and you can work as much or as little as you choose.

Get ahead in a changing workforce.

No recruiters. No interviews. Just meaningful work and real compensation.