How I Make $100 a Day Helping Random Businesses Online – No Skills Required (STUPID EASY!)

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Disclaimer:
This guide is strictly for educational and ethical purposes. The goal is to help you identify exposed databases and notify business owners about potential vulnerabilities in their systems. Misusing this information for malicious purposes is illegal and could lead to serious legal consequences. Always act responsibly and with good intent.

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What’s up, hustlers?

Over the past five years, I’ve been helping businesses secure their databases while making a steady $100–$200 a day. The best part? You don’t need any skills or fancy tools to get started. If you can copy, paste, and send emails, you’re ready to go.

The results speak for themselves—this works, and the money is real. Stick around, and I’ll show you exactly how to do it.

What Are We Doing?

Think of it like this:
Businesses store their critical information (like customer orders, employee records, etc.) in something called a database. A database is just like a digital filing cabinet where all the important stuff is kept.

Some businesses make a huge mistake—they leave their databases open on the internet with no passwords or security at all. This means anyone with a browser can access their data.

Now, you’re not here to access the data. Your goal is to find these exposed databases, let the business know about the issue, and explain how a hacker could exploit it. Most of the time, they’ll appreciate your help and even pay you as a thank-you for pointing it out.

Why Do Businesses Leave Databases Exposed?

Many companies use something called MongoDB (a type of database) and a tool called Mongo Express to manage it. These tools are easy to use but also easy to misconfigure. When businesses don’t secure their MongoDB setups, the database becomes exposed to the entire internet.

For you, this is an opportunity to:

  1. Help businesses by pointing out the issue.
  2. Make money ethically by getting paid for your efforts.

Step 1: Finding Exposed Databases

To find these databases, we’ll use tools like Shodan (a search engine for internet-connected devices) and Google. Here’s how:

Method 1: Shodan

  1. Go to A Website Called Shodan.io
  2. Create a free account.
  3. Use this search query in the search bar:

http.title:“Mongo Express”

  1. Shodan will show you a list of exposed Mongo Express panels.

Method 2: Google Dorks (Backup Option)
If Shodan doesn’t work, use this Google search:

intitle:“Mongo Express”

This will show you websites with Mongo Express panels open to the public.

Pro Tip:
Shodan and Google aren’t the only tools you can use. Explore other search engines and free tools to find more exposed databases. The more consistent you are, the better your results will be.

Step 2: Check the Database

When you find a target, here’s what to do:

  1. Copy the IP address or link from Shodan or Google.
  2. Paste it into your browser and hit Enter.
  3. You’ll see the Mongo Express panel.

Important:
At this point, don’t touch or modify any data. Just confirm the database is exposed and note whether it contains any valuable data (like customer records).

Don’t waste time on empty or irrelevant databases. Focus on businesses with meaningful data.

Step 3: Contact the Business

Now that you’ve identified an exposed database, it’s time to contact the business and let them know. Here’s how:

  1. Look for a contact email or form on their website.
  2. Write a clear, polite message explaining the issue. Use this template:

Subject: Urgent: Your Database Is Publicly Exposed

Body:
Hi [Business Name],

I recently came across your database, and I noticed it’s publicly accessible without any security. This could put your business at serious risk of data loss or unauthorized access.

Hackers could easily delete or manipulate your data, which could cause downtime or even financial loss. I recommend securing it as soon as possible.

If you need help resolving this issue, I’d be happy to guide you. Let me know how I can assist.

Regards,
[Your Name]

  1. Be consistent—reach out to multiple businesses. On average, at least 1 in 5 will respond positively, and some may offer a reward for your help.

PRO TIP: IF YOU AREN’T ABLE TO FIND ANY CONTACT TO THE BUSINESS OWNER, YOU CAN JUST CREATE A NEW FILE IN THE DATABASE ITSELF… NAME IT SOMETHING LIKE
“IMPORTANT” & LEAVE THE SAME MESSAGE IN THE DATABASE ITSELF AS YOU CAN MODIFY IT NOW.

Step 4: Get Paid for Your Effort

When businesses realize the risk they’re facing, many will appreciate your effort and pay you for notifying them. While not everyone will reward you, consistent effort can lead to steady income.

Tips for Success

  1. Target databases with meaningful data:
    Don’t waste time on empty or irrelevant ones.

  2. Use multiple tools:
    Shodan and Google are great, but there are many other ways to find exposed databases.

  3. Stay ethical:
    Always act responsibly. Your goal is to help businesses, not harm them.

  4. Be consistent:
    Aim to find and contact 100–200 exposed databases a day for the best results.

What NOT to Do

1. Don’t demand money:
Extortion is illegal and will get you in trouble. Always keep your approach professional and ethical.

  1. Don’t access or modify data:
    This is a crime. Simply identify the issue and report it.

  2. Don’t contact irrelevant targets:
    Focus on businesses with meaningful data only.

Final Words

This is about helping businesses fix their mistakes while earning a little extra for your effort. Businesses care about their data, and when you point out these issues, they’re often grateful.

If you stay consistent and professional, you can make $100–$200 a day doing this ethically.

Need help or have questions?

- Ask your questions or share your thoughts in this thread so all can benefit.