About Freelancer
Freelancer is an online marketplace where people and businesses post jobs and hire freelancers for work across many skill areas. It covers a wide range of categories, from web and app development to design, writing and admin support.
What it does
You describe a job and freelancers send bids with their prices and timelines. You can look at each bidder's profile and past feedback, then choose who to hire. Work can be paid in milestones, so money is tied to parts of the project as they are delivered. The site also offers a mobile app for keeping in touch with the people you hire.
Key features
- Post a project and collect bids
- Compare quotes from several freelancers
- Review portfolios and client feedback
- Milestone-based payments for projects
- Chat with freelancers and get updates
Who it's for
Small businesses and startups that need short or one-off projects done without hiring full-time staff. Individual freelancers can also use the site to find paid work and build a public profile.
Pricing and good to know
Posting a job is free, and you choose a freelancer from the bids you receive. Quality varies between bidders, so read profiles and feedback carefully and agree on clear milestones before work starts. Check the site for current fees and payment terms.
Highlights
- Post a project and collect bids from freelancers
- Compare quotes side by side
- Review portfolios and client feedback
- Pay in milestones tied to project stages
- Chat with freelancers and follow updates
