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Freelancer has a rating of 4.7 stars from 19,017 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Freelancer most frequently mention support team, customer service and great experience. Freelancer ranks 1st among Freelancing sites.

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966
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Lebanon
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Very helpful.
June 3, 2018

The agent that was assigned: Erwin C.
He addressed my concerns in a professional and clear way which improved my freelancer.com experience. It's amazing how available they were and responded immediately.

Date of experience: June 3, 2018
Australia
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Expert Guarantee
October 24, 2017

Antoinette was able to resolve my issue in not only a timely but understanding manner - kudos!
She took on board what I was asking and got it straight away unlike another consultant who took over an hour and still kept regurgitating please refer to website crap

Antoinette - Super Star!

Date of experience: October 24, 2017
Pakistan
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I have found completing projects on freelancer very challenging and satisfying. The way disputes and problems are dealt with does depict a certain level of sincerity. However, in the event of being cheated by an employer, freelancer's "reversal payment" policy is extremely infuriating! Both the scammer and freelancer seem to collaborate in depriving one of hard earned money.
It happened to me and I'll never forget, I have been greatly discouraged from reporting any scammers I may have encountered since my sad experience.

Date of experience: October 25, 2017
Colorado
1 review
12 helpful votes
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Fraud website all together.
September 26, 2016

They charge money for anything and everything! I can't believe they charged me $40 for deleting some old entries that I had on the website. I was just trying to clean up my dashboard area so that it can look cleaner. Now who charges money to delete any old entries? This is never heard of ever in my life!

Because they do such fraudulent activities, they don't have a customer service phone number and you can only chat with them. Chatting takes forever to convey and come to a resolution! A 5 mins call takes 1.5 hours. STAY AWAY FROM THEM!

Date of experience: September 26, 2016
Pakistan
1 review
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They compensate any misadventure from employer so it's a good plate form for freelancers please just follow their instructions and step forward to a better career.

Thank you freelancer for everything.!

Date of experience: August 15, 2019
India
1 review
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Freelancer is a platform where you can learn new things while earning few extra bucks. It s a great platform to showcase one's expertise.
Another good thing about freelancer is the great support system and customer service.
For example I have spoken to Katie R. She was very helpful in resolving my issues promptly.

Date of experience: November 30, 2017
Australia
1 review
8 helpful votes
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RUN AWAY FAST!
April 28, 2016

This website is a scam, full of bogus jobs, and the worst customer service one could ever imagine. I asked for my account to be closed on 20 April, now they are taking out membership money without my authorisation. An absolute bunch of frauds, and should be shut down.

While freelancer did eventually refund the money taken without authorisation, it was an utterly painful process, that took a very long time to get fixed. Still warn people to not use this service, and stay away!

Date of experience: April 28, 2016
Jielyn L. Freelancer Rep
over a year old

Hello Matt. I tried searching the username you have provided, but I was not able to pull up any account. I would like to assist you in this matter and I hope to get an email from you with your username or at least the email address registered to your account. Please send your message at savannahg@freelancer.com. Thank you and hope to hear from you soon.

Colombia
1 review
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It has helped me find some clients although currently I'm mostly working directly for others. Nevertheless, beware of fake clients who want to rip you off. Don't send any advances unless you have received some funding in advance.

Date of experience: August 10, 2018
Bangladesh
1 review
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Client unresponsive since the project is delivered
April 8, 2024
Updated review

As a grant proposal writer, I'm working on this "Grant Writer for EduContent Biz" project. Since the project has been delivered, I found a problem that my client is unresponsive. Immediately, I decided to contact with freelancer stuff, and Andrei M. Was the professional who assisted me professionally, and promptly. I highly recommend to him.

Date of experience: March 29, 2024

Jayce L, is always best for any needs.
April 1, 2024
Previous review

Recently, I've made a first withdrawal request on freelancer.com, and it took a few days to verify. Since I decided to talk with the stuff, I found a someone who has the ability to reach out for my needs. Jayce L, is awesome.

Date of experience: March 22, 2024
Sri Lanka
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Best Customer Support
July 8, 2021

I've have some issue with a deduction from my account. It was my fault without knowing accepting projects on freelancer platform. But help desk agent her name was Celestine D chat with me and instantly reverse the payment after understanding the scenario. I would say it was the best customer service I've ever got from a foreign site. Gave me some tips how to handle such situations in future. Finally thanks again for your humble support.

Date of experience: July 8, 2021
Netherlands
1 review
1 helpful vote
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One thing I really love about the Freelancer portal is that they have an awesome service! You do need to be a bit careful while assigning a project to Freelancers as not always you get great quality. However even if you face issues, their support team will be happy to resolve.
Highly recommended!

Date of experience: February 16, 2020
Egypt
1 review
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Satisfied Experience
May 7, 2022

Hello,
I finally was able to verify my identity although I applied many times. However, I am satisfied with the experience because I realized that this process is for our security as freelancers and users. Thank you all.

Date of experience: May 7, 2022
Turkey
1 review
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Understanding, comforting and helpful.
February 16, 2023

I don't need to write very long because it was a perfect support experience in a word.
He/She read my questions and problems carefully and responded, his/her answers were the proof of how understanding he/she is.
Thank you...

Date of experience: February 16, 2023
Washington
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Zero support.
December 11, 2019

Zero support. Zero communication. I still haven't been paid. They nickel and dime you for every possible service ($5 to take an English proficiency test!) Chat support (when you can actually get through) is all canned answers.

Stick with Upwork, Freelancer is shady.

Date of experience: December 8, 2019
Australia
1 review
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Learning process
August 15, 2017

Had some initial difficulties and frustrations with service, however support staff worked through with me and were helpful that turned into a positive experience making me feel more inclined to explore using their service further rather than quitting on the idea straight up.

Date of experience: August 15, 2017
Hong Kong
1 review
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I have asked lots of favors on freelancer.com support team by live chat. Whenever I need it, they kindly replied within 1 min, tried to do their best to resolved all of my concerns. I'm listing their names here:
Erwin,
Antoinette,
Dana,
Florence...
Thank you a lot freelancer.com!

Date of experience: June 16, 2018
Malaysia
1 review
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Very helpful
February 27, 2019

I had a helpful chat session with Mason D. He understood the issue quickly and helped me in the most generous way. If ever I look for freelancing jobs again, I am definitely coming back to freelancer.

Date of experience: February 27, 2019
Nigeria
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Annual membership issues
June 5, 2018

I mistakenly signed up for the freelancer annual membership, rather than the monthly. Mason came to my rescue, as a one-time courtesy, and he handled the reversal in just two minutes. I'm so grateful. Thank you, Mason!

Date of experience: June 5, 2018
Australia
5 reviews
29 helpful votes
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Hey... This site started as cool, But their naivety didn't allow them to operate as big business. It's full of broken workflow and poor user experience.

This ship should sink as soon as possible which will make the freelancing world a better place.

Date of experience: February 10, 2016
Jielyn L. Freelancer Rep
over a year old

Hi, Nehemiah. We thank you for your continued support and concern for the site. We really appreciate it. We can assure you, though, that we are continuously doing our best to improve the site to give our users the best online workplace. Again, thank you and take care!

1 review
17 helpful votes
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Freelancer.com is thief group.
They have gotten and get, will get huge unearned income by limiting and suspending accounts of freelancers/clients.
In according to analyze recent a month, Freelancer.com limited about 2000 freelancer/client accounts and stole their balance/fund of 100 thousands dollars.
Please secede from this dirty website asap if you don't want to lose your money.

Date of experience: February 16, 2016