Platform Fees & Pricing

Transparent pricing, fair policies, maximum value for everyone

7%

Freelancer Commission

$0.75

Per Connect

$1

Contract Fee

20

Free Monthly Connects

Connect System

Freelancea Connect System

Simple, transparent pricing for job applications

20 Free Connects Monthly

Worth $15, automatically credited to your account every month

1 Connect = 1 Application

Each job application costs exactly 1 connect ($0.75)

Simple and predictable pricing

Buy More Connects

Need more applications? Purchase additional connects at $0.75 each

No hidden fees or markups

Fee Structure

Complete Fee Structure

Everything you need to know about Freelancea pricing

Client Fees

  • Contract Initiation Fee $1.00
  • Payment Processing (Stripe) 2.9% + $0.30
  • International Cards 3.4% + $0.30
  • Currency Conversion 1% above wholesale
What's Included: Escrow protection, dispute resolution, 24/7 support, multi-currency processing

Freelancer Fees

  • Service Commission 7%
  • Job Application (Connect) $0.75
  • Monthly Free Connects 20 ($15 value)
  • Withdrawal Fees $0
What's Included: Profile optimization, portfolio tools, client matching, skill verification, priority support
Comparison

Platform Comparison

See how much you save with Freelancea

$1,000 Project Comparison

Platform Client Pays Platform Fees Freelancer Receives Total Cost to Both
Freelancea $1,030.20* $101.45 $930.00 $131.45
Upwork $1,059.90 $209.90 $850.00 $309.90
Fiverr $1,087.75 $287.75 $800.00 $487.75
Freelancer.com $1,060.90 $160.90 $900.00 $260.90
Your Savings $29.70 - $57.55 $59.45 - $186.30 $30.00 - $130.00 $129.45 - $356.30

$5,000 Project Comparison

Platform Client Pays Platform Fees Freelancer Receives Total Cost to Both
Freelancea $5,146.80* $496.80 $4,650.00 $846.80
Upwork $5,299.50 $1,049.50 $4,250.00 $1,799.50
Fiverr $5,438.75 $1,438.75 $4,000.00 $2,438.75
Freelancer.com $5,304.50 $804.50 $4,500.00 $1,304.50
Your Savings $152.70 - $291.95 $307.70 - $941.95 $150.00 - $650.00 $457.70 - $1,591.95

Job Application Costs Comparison

Platform Free Applications Cost per Application Monthly Value 50 Applications Cost
Freelancea 20 monthly $0.75 $15.00 $37.50*
Upwork 0 $0.15 - $0.60 $0.00 $7.50 - $30.00
Freelancer.com 8 monthly $3.00 $24.00 $126.00
Savings Calculator

Annual Savings Calculator

See your potential annual savings with Freelancea

Freelancer Annual Savings

Annual Earnings Freelancea Industry Avg Savings
$15,000 $1,050 $2,250-$3,000 $1,200-$1,950
$35,000 $2,450 $5,250-$7,000 $2,800-$4,550
$75,000 $5,250 $11,250-$15,000 $6,000-$9,750
Includes: 7% commission + $15 monthly in free connects

Client Annual Savings

Annual Spending Freelancea Industry Avg Savings
$10,000 $314.50 $550-$800 $235-$485
$50,000 $1,472.50 $2,750-$4,000 $1,277-$2,527
$100,000 $2,945.00 $5,500-$8,000 $2,555-$5,055
Includes: Contract fees + payment processing + all platform charges
Why Choose Us

Why Choose Freelancea?

Transparent pricing with maximum value

7%

Competitive freelancer commission rate

$15

Free monthly connects value

100%

Payment protection guarantee

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees, everything clearly disclosed upfront

Fair to Everyone

Balanced fee structure that works for both clients and freelancers

Premium Features

Advanced tools and support included at no extra cost

Global Support

Multi-currency processing with 24/7 customer support

Security

Payment Protection & Security

Your money is safe with enterprise-grade security

Client Protection

  • Secure escrow system
  • Milestone-based payments
  • Dispute resolution service
  • Full refund for incomplete work
  • Chargeback protection

Freelancer Protection

  • Guaranteed payment for completed work
  • Protection against payment reversals
  • Fair dispute mediation
  • Automatic payment release
  • No withdrawal fees

256-bit

SSL Encryption

FDIC

Insured up to $250k

24/7

Fraud monitoring

Breakdown

Complete Fee Breakdown

Understanding every component of Freelancea pricing

Sample $2,500 Project Calculation

Client Pays:
  • Project Amount: $2,500.00
  • Contract Fee: $1.00
  • Payment Processing (2.9%): $72.50
  • Processing Fixed Fee: $0.30

  • Total Client Pays: $2,573.80
Freelancer Receives:
  • Project Amount: $2,500.00
  • Freelancea Commission (7%): -$175.00
  • Withdrawal Fees: $0.00

  • Net Freelancer Receives: $2,325.00
Total Platform Fees: $248.80

This covers: Payment processing, escrow protection, dispute resolution, 24/7 support, platform maintenance, and fraud protection.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Freelancea pricing

Why is Freelancea more expensive than some platforms for connects?

While our connects cost $0.75 each, we provide 20 free connects monthly ($15 value) and charge only 7% commission compared to 15-20% on other platforms. For active freelancers, this results in significant overall savings.

Do clients pay extra for payment processing?

Yes, clients pay the actual Stripe processing fees (2.9% + $0.30 for domestic cards). This transparent approach means freelancers receive the full project amount minus only our 7% commission.

Are there any hidden fees?

No hidden fees whatsoever. All costs are clearly disclosed: $1 contract fee for clients, 7% commission for freelancers, $0.75 per connect, plus transparent payment processing costs.

How do international payments work?

International card processing costs 3.4% + $0.30, and currency conversion adds 1% above wholesale rates. These costs are passed through transparently to clients.

Can I get a refund if unsatisfied?

Yes, we offer milestone-based refunds. Clients get 100% refund for incomplete work, and pro-rated refunds for partial completion. Freelancers are protected against unfair payment reversals.

Do unused connects expire?

Your 20 monthly free connects reset each month. Purchased connects never expire and can be used anytime for job applications.

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$2,000+

Average annual savings for freelancers

$500+

Average annual savings for clients

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