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# Intercept studies FAQ
Scouts who join Dscout XT unlock intercept studies, which are exclusive paid opportunities that appear as you naturally browse the web. Below are some frequently asked questions to help you better understand and participate in these missions:
## What are intercept studies?
**Intercept studies are paid opportunities that appear as you browse the web.**
When you land on a website with an intercept study, you’ll see a pop-up inviting you to participate:
These studies are typically short and intended to better understand your user experience in a given moment rather than after the fact or in a simulated test.
## How do I find intercept studies?
**Intercept studies find you!**
They appear as you browse on websites where researchers are looking to gather feedback. So, you won’t be able to go looking for intercept studies on your own, and you won’t find them in the Dscout app.
**Warning:** Because intercept studies are intended to capture authentic behavior and insights, Dscout employs various security and quality assurance measures to flag suspicious responses. In cases of fraudulent activity, Dscout XT access can (and will!) be revoked. Just be you and the opportunities will find you!
## Can I join intercept studies without Dscout XT?
**Nope.**
Intercept studies are exclusive opportunities available only to Scouts who enroll in Dscout XT. For more information, see [Dscout XT](/account-settings/dscout-xt/dscout-xt.md).
## Can I snooze an intercept opportunity?
**Yes, but we don’t recommend it if you want to bring home that cash.**
When an intercept study appears, you have 30 seconds to join. If you’re not ready to join, you can snooze the opportunity or dismiss it entirely. However, snoozing an intercept study does not guarantee you’ll be able to participate later. Studies are only open for a limited amount of time, and they only require a limited number of participants.
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**Note:** If you do not make a selection within the 30-second join window, we automatically snooze the opportunity for you.
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## If I see an intercept pop-up, am I guaranteed that reward?
**Unfortunately not (though it’s a good sign!).**
Some intercept studies include a one-question screener you must complete after you’ve been intercepted. If your answer doesn’t match what the researcher is looking for, you won’t be able to participate in the study (or earn that reward).
## How much do intercept studies pay?
**Every study is different!**
As with any Dscout study, rewards should be reflective of the amount of work that’s being asked of you. Because intercept studies are designed to be quick check-ins on your user experience, many rewards may be around $5. If a reward is higher, expect the study to take a little longer.
## How long do intercept studies take?
**Typically, 10 minutes or less.**
Because intercept studies are meant to get your feedback as you naturally browse the web, they tend to be shorter than other Dscout studies.
## How often will I see intercept studies?
**It depends on how you browse!**
Intercept studies are not an exact science—they’re the result of you being in the right place at the right time for us to catch you. That’s why we recommend joining Dscout XT as soon as possible so you never miss an opportunity.
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