Survey on workers on web-based digital platforms

The study analyses work on web-based digital platforms in Latin America and the Caribbean through a survey of 1,153 workers in 21 countries. The results show that 93% reside in urban areas, with a median age of 33 years and a high level of education (38% with a bachelor's degree). Eight per cent are migrants, mainly Venezuelan, and 53 per cent work for recruiters outside the region. Although 52% supplement their income with this activity, exclusive workers face conditions close to the minimum wage and exclusion from social security (40%). Risks such as financial insecurity and long hours are identified. The report seeks to inform public policies to promote decent work in this growing sector.