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This page includes a helpful compilation of unofficial guides about HOW TO MAKE MONEY IN SECOND LIFE.

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THE USUAL DISCLAIMER: like "real life", there are more opportunities than can possibly be summarized. There's no such thing as a single formula that works for everyone, but certainly actions worth doing and learning from. Also, unless otherwise stated, these resources are not approved by Linden Lab. We can't guarantee they'll work for your personal experiences and aren't responsible for any risks — if you have success, great! Be sure to thank the guide author(s), and consider sharing your own tips.

Please improve this page with guides you've actually found useful, but don't add any spams/scams/splogs or vague lists without applicable advice; they aren't welcome.

Contents  [hide] 1 Ways to make Linden Dollars 2 LindeX 3 Guides 3.1 Articles 3.2 Blogs 3.3 Books 4 Q&A 4.1 How do I get a job and earn money in Second Life? 4.2 What about games? 4.3 Are there scams? 5 Myths 5.1 Stuff is so expensive 5.2 It's too hard to do anything

Ways to make Linden Dollars

The Linden Dollar (L$) is Second Life's currency. Real-life money can be exchanged for L$ (keep reading!).

Here are some of the more popular (not the only) ways to make L$ in Second Life:

• Receive your weekly Premium Account stipend - Learn more
• Buy L$ on LindeX
• Get a job - A diverse variety is available, and includes:
  • Buy and sell land - Virtual real estate
  • Create and sell content - Clothing, gadgets, etc.
  • Participate in referrer/affiliate programs - Verify they're legit
  • Host and perform at events - Gameshows, rock concerts, etc.
  • Sell information - Write/proofread manuals, provide consulting, teach classes — Torley did this
• Play earning games - Land owners allow players to earn linden by hunting for coins and gems, fishing and other games
• Win prizes at events - By playing a game, luck, etc.
• Fill out surveys - Verify they're legit
• Sit on camping chairs (generally, a slow, ineffective, and likely net-loss process)