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86% would recommend to a friend

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64% positive business outlook

Freelancer has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 8,450 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Freelancer employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Recursos humanos e pessoal industry (3.8 stars).

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8K reviews
4.0
Jul 23, 2025

Great experience

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Pros

Wide Variety of Jobs & Freelancers Huge marketplace with thousands of projects across industries like IT, design, writing, marketing, etc. Global Access Connects clients and freelancers from around the world, allowing for 24/7 collaboration and a wide talent pool. Flexible Budget Options You can find freelancers for short tasks or long-term projects with hourly or fixed-price budgets. Escrow Payment Protection Ensures secure transactions. Payments are held in escrow and only released when the work is approved. Portfolio & Rating System Transparent feedback, reviews, and portfolios help in selecting the right freelancer/client.

Cons

High Competition & Low Bids Many freelancers underbid to win projects, which can drive down pricing and quality. Fees & Charges Freelancer takes a cut (usually 10% or more), and there are fees for membership upgrades, project upgrades, and withdrawals. Fake Profiles & Spam As with many large platforms, you may encounter scammers or unqualified users.

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