Upwork & Platform
Platform Fee
Definition
Any fee charged by a freelance marketplace (Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer.com) for using their platform. Includes service fees on earnings, proposal costs, withdrawal fees, and listing fees. Ranges from 0% (Contra) to 20% (Fiverr).
Why It Matters
Platform fees reduce your effective rate. A $100/hr freelancer on Fiverr earns $80/hr after the platform cut. Factor it in.
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