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Quick answer:
- Verified OnlineJobs.ph jobseekers get 10 Apply Points on each day they visit their account while logged in.
- Unused points carry over up to 50, plus that day’s 10, so your balance tops out at 60. You can’t buy more.
- Every proposal you send uses points. Spend more on jobs that truly fit you, and save points on days when nothing does.
Facts checked against OnlineJobs.ph’s official Apply Points guide (last updated March 2026) on 15 October 2026.
Sayang yung points if you send a proposal before reading what the client actually needs. Whether you’re looking for your first online job or adding another client, a little planning makes each point count. This guide covers the rules and gives you a simple shortlist you can copy.
OnlineJobs.ph is where I found my very first client, and some of my long-term clients came from there too.
How Apply Points work
When you send a proposal on OnlineJobs.ph, you choose how many Apply Points to attach. The employer can see that number. More points show more interest in that specific role.
Here are the rules worth keeping beside your shortlist:
| Question | OnlineJobs.ph guidance |
|---|---|
| How do I get points? | 10 on each day you visit while logged in (verified accounts) |
| What carries over? | Up to 50 unused points, plus the day’s 10 |
| Maximum balance? | 60 points |
| Can I buy more? | No |
| Limit per job post? | No limit |
| Forgot to choose points? | The system deducts 1 point per proposal sent |
| Balance is zero? | Your proposal will not be sent |
| Didn’t get the job? | The points you used stay spent |
There’s no fixed time of day for new points. OnlineJobs.ph records the last day you opened the site, and a new day of visiting brings 10 new points. So an account left unopened for a week won’t collect a week’s worth.
You can also send more than 10 proposals a day if you have enough points. OnlineJobs.ph notes that people who put more thought into fewer proposals are the ones who tend to get hired.
What happens near the carryover cap?
Say your balance shows 58 points before the next day’s credit. Only 50 carry over, then the new day’s 10 are added, so you land at the 60 maximum.
That’s just how the cap works. It’s no reason to rush a proposal only to use points. If nothing fits today, spend the time improving a sample instead.
Points show interest, and your proof shows skill
OnlineJobs.ph says the number of points you use is no sign of skills or reliability. It shows how thoughtful you are about the jobs you choose.
So keep the point decision separate from the proof you send. A product listing role still needs a relevant sample and a clear note on what you can handle. A bigger allocation can’t supply that.
Read the job post’s instructions before choosing an amount. If the client asks for a specific number of points, check that it fits your balance and that you still want the work.
When I hired VAs, I always included a secret word somewhere in the job description, with a very specific instruction like “write GOLD at the beginning of your proposal subject.” That way I could immediately filter out the proposals that didn’t put GOLD at the very beginning. Kaya basahin mo talaga ang buong job post bago ka gumastos ng points.
Build a shortlist before spending
For each job post, write a short answer to these questions:
- What would I deliver in the first week?
- Which parts can I already do, and what would need training?
- Which sample backs that up?
- Can I manage the stated hours and time zone?
- Does the pay make sense for the scope?
- Is there a request for money, unusual access or sensitive information that needs checking?
If you’re still shaping your profile, start with the OnlineJobs.ph profile guide. For anything that feels off, go through the VA job scam checklist.
SAMPLE 30-point plan
SAMPLE (teaching example, no real employer or result behind it): you have 30 points. You’ve practiced organizing product information and replying to routine customer questions.
| Job post | Fit check | Sample decision |
|---|---|---|
| Organize product details | Relevant sample, workable hours | Use 12 points |
| Draft routine support replies | Relevant sample, training offered | Use 8 points |
| Advanced accounting alone | Beyond current skills | Skip |
| Pay a deposit before interview | Payment request is a red flag | Pause, spend 0 |
You’d use 20 points and keep 10 (30 minus 12 minus 8 equals 10).
These numbers are only a planning example. OnlineJobs.ph doesn’t set any allocation for you. Pick what fits each job post and your balance. The useful part is the written reason, so you know why each proposal made your shortlist.
Pair your points with a relevant message
SAMPLE opening (edit before sending): Hi Sam, I can help organize the product details you already have into a consistent sheet. My linked practice sample shows product names, variants and missing details flagged for review. Would the first task be preparing the sheet only, or would you also need changes inside the store?
Use that wording only if it matches your real sample and skills. Keep practice work labeled as practice, and follow the client’s requested format.
Keep a small outreach record
Your tracker can stay simple:
| Field | What to record |
|---|---|
| Job and date | Link plus the date you sent it |
| Fit and proof | Why you chose it, which sample you shared |
| Points used | The amount deducted |
| Response | Reply, interview, closed or none yet |
| Next step | A follow up or one improvement |
Review your messages and samples before sending to more jobs. A quiet inbox alone can’t tell you whether the issue is your profile, fit, timing or proposal. The tracker gives you specific things to look at.
If a proposal won’t send
Check your balance first. OnlineJobs.ph says a proposal will not be sent when you have no Apply Points left.
If you expected new points, make sure you visited while logged in on that day and that your account is verified. Follow any notices in your account.
For a missing credit or anything unclear, contact OnlineJobs.ph support with the date, the job link and what happened. Never share your login details. The official guide doesn’t cover refunds of points for deleted or removed job posts, so ask support about your specific case.
FAQ
How many Apply Points do I get on OnlineJobs.ph?
Verified jobseekers get 10 Apply Points on each day they visit their account while logged in. A newly verified account starts with 10.
What is the maximum number of Apply Points?
Up to 50 unused points carry over, plus the 10 for the day, so the maximum balance is 60.
Can I buy Apply Points?
No. OnlineJobs.ph says there’s no way to buy points or get extra ones. Logging in on a new day is the only way to earn more.
What happens if I don’t choose any points?
The system deducts 1 point for every proposal you send. If your balance is zero, the proposal won’t be sent.
Do I get my points back if I’m not hired?
No. Points used on a job post stay spent, even if you don’t get the job.
Do more points mean I’m more qualified?
No. OnlineJobs.ph says points show interest and thoughtfulness, with no link to skill or reliability. Your profile, sample and message carry that part.
Optional: tidy up your profile first
If your shortlist is clear but your profile still feels scattered, the OLJ Profile Pack (₱149) has a step by step profile builder, six example profiles, a job post worksheet and a 10 point checklist. PinoyRemote is not affiliated with OnlineJobs.ph, and how many points you use stays your call for each job.
Official sources
- Apply Points: Helping the Best and Most Qualified Applicants Stand Out (OnlineJobs.ph blog, last updated March 2026)
- OnlineJobs.ph FAQ
All sources checked on 15 October 2026. OnlineJobs.ph can change these rules, so your account always shows the current balance and options.
