In short: Offers both bidding and contests, but the $5 minimum fee eats into small projects and upsells to paid upgrades are frequent.
- Free to join
- Contest entries
- Watch $5 minimum fee
- Not tested by us
Before you sign up
Checked 2026-09-28 · based on official and public sources · not tested by us
Bid on projects or enter contests to win freelance work and prize money.
Data sheet
Compiled from the public sources linked below
| What you do | Bid on projects or enter contests |
|---|---|
| Fees | Fixed-price: 10% or $5, whichever is greater; hourly: 10% |
| Payout | Minimum $50; PayPal/Payoneer $1 fee, international wire $25 |
| Operator | Freelancer International Pty Limited |
| Sign-up | Email; paid membership optional |
| Caution | $5 minimum fee hurts small projects; many paid upsells |
When to use it
For freelancers who want to bid on many projects or show their skills through contests, such as design contests.
Before you use it
Fixed-price projects are charged 10% or $5, whichever is greater, so small jobs lose a large share. Expect frequent prompts to buy upgrades and memberships; decide whether you actually need them.
How to use it
- Sign up with email and complete your profile.
- Bid on projects or enter contests in your field.
- Withdraw once your balance reaches at least $50.
What to expect
Fixed-price projects cost 10% or $5, whichever is greater, and hourly projects 10%. The minimum withdrawal is $50, with a $1 fee for PayPal or Payoneer and $25 for an international wire.
Checked 2026-09-28 · compiled from public sources; we have not tested it ourselves. Terms change, so check the official pages before you rely on it. · Official site · Source 1 · Source 2