Fiverr
Starting a business from the ground up can be scary. And in today’s world, where competitive content is part of the game, not having access to the best talent can make things even more terrifying. Thankfully, with Fiverr, it’s possible to get results from the world’s best creatives right in the palm of your hand.
This online freelancer marketplace is heaven for both businesses and self-starters to connect and share services.
With popular logo designing, WordPress customizations, and writing and translation services, this site is a go-to for creatives and skilled young professionals. If you’re unsure if this platform is for you, read on to learn more about the platform.
About the company
Fiverr is an Israeli company launched in 2010 by Micha Kaufman and Shai Wininger.
Interestingly, it got its name for the simple five-dollar tasks that users should complete on the website. Since then, it has steadily become known as a place to find micro-jobs or Fiverr gigs.
However, as it rides the waves of the gig economy, Fiverr is now hosting more long-term gigs for its freelancers. It has recently launched Fiverr milestones, catered for long-term projects, which allows pay-as-you-go transaction processes. It has also recently acquired Stoke Talent for $95 million to help manage its growing team of freelancers.
Although it is a place to find jobs, Fiverr is not a job site like LinkedIn. Employers do not post jobs. Instead, freelancers post their offerings and gigs, and employers contact them based on their needs.
How to use Fiverr
To get started as a freelancer, you need to create a 5 dollar gig proposal that has to be Fiverr-approved. Make an account and add details, appealing titles, and samples of your gig to catch the attention of buyers. When someone takes your gig bait, Fiverr will send a notification and charge for your service in advance. That being said, it’s worth noting that the platform takes 20% off your earnings.
On the flip side, it’s easier to use Fiverr as a purchaser. In fact, once you sign up for an account, you get 20 percent off your first offer. And then, you can browse the marketplace from there and find service providers for you.
Company milestones
With 11 years in, Fiverr has some award-worthy achievements under its belt:
- Used by 3.42 million buyers
- Earned $189 million revenue in 2020
- 50 million monthly transactions
- Over 500 service categories
- Processes almost $700 million worth of transactions annually
FAQS
1. What services are available on Fiverr?
In Fiverr’s Explore the Marketplace feature, the full list of services is provided in icons. However, the most popular services are music and audio, programming and tech, digital marketing, video and animation services, and more.
2. How to request a refund?
Buyers can request a refund by canceling an order. However, they must provide proof and an adequate explanation to do so. But don’t worry. Refunds, although allowed, are quite rare on the platform. In addition, the platform allows users to “Block” a buyer that has requested a refund from them before.
3. What is Fiverr Learn?
Fiverr doesn’t require its vendors to be experts in their field. That said, Learn from Fiverr offers affordable courses to learn new skills and get Fiverr accreditations. Users simply take exams to get an unofficial license from the platform. As a result, they can get their seal of approval that employers use as an initial yardstick for hiring.
Fiverr as a platform is a reliable service provider for micro-projects. Quick, reliable, and affordable is the name of its game. That said, as the gig economy continues to flourish, it’s possible that Fiverr will grow to host more buyers and providers over the years to come. But one thing is for certain – in Fiverr, freelance talent is the future.
