Last Updated on September 10, 2022
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There are many different opinions about Fiverr, some positive, and some negative. These opinions leave many people confused and they always hesitate in taking their first step on Fiverr.
We have covered a lot of topics on Fiverr but I still get messages from people asking, “Is Fiverr safe for sellers?”, “Is it really a legit platform?” “Can we trust Fiverr for buying or selling a service?”, and so many other such questions. So, I decided to write a detailed article on this topic for sellers to help them clear all of their doubts.
In this 15th article of the FREE Fiverr Series, we’ll be discussing if Fiverr a legit website for sellers or not. Parallel to that, we’ll also learn about the different seller levels on Fiverr.
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Is Fiverr Safe for Sellers?
Fiverr is an authentic freelancing platform where people come from all around the world to buy and sell almost all kinds of services. It works as a middleman between buyers and sellers to make sure all the dealings go smoothly.
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So after using Fiverr for more than 4 years now, I can safely say that it is safe for sellers and buyers as long as all the transactions are done within this platform. While working on Fiverr, you never have to worry about losing your money because all the payments are managed by Fiverr itself. I never faced any problem with my transactions on Fiverr. Also, I have long-term buyers on Fiverr who acquire my services and pay me well in return.
The only reason Fiverr gets a lot of negative reviews is because of the people present there. Fiverr holds buyers and sellers from every part of the world so it is natural to have a fraction of non-serious people. Scams on Fiverr are only possible if you give scammers a chance to play with you.
Tips for Sellers on Fiverr to Avoid Scam
If you want to avoid scams on Fiverr as s seller, here are some tips for you:
- Always deal with buyers on Fiverr. Never take the transaction part outside the platform because most of the time it results in you losing money. Parallel to that, if Fiverr detects that you are taking deals outside, it blocks your account right away.
- Be very clear with the words in your gigs. Mention everything clearly to avoid any kind of inconvenience later. If a buyer asks for additional services that are not mentioned in your gig, you can contact customer support and report the case there.
- While you are working on a buyer’s project, stay in contact by messaging regularly about your progress. This helps to avoid order cancellations later.
What is Fiverr Seller Level System?
Fiverr has set up a level system for sellers based on their performances and experiences. This level system helps buyers find the right person for their project. Also, it keeps the sellers motivated to maintain their level and provide the best services to their buyers.
Different Seller Levels on Fiverr
Fiverr sellers are categorized into 4 levels:
- New Seller
- Level 1 Seller
- Level 2 Seller
- Top-Rated Seller
Let’s understand all of these levels below:
What is a New Seller on Fiverr?
When you sign up on Fiverr and create a gig, you automatically become a New Seller. You don’t have to meet any specific requirements to be a New Seller. Fiverr shows a New Seller Badge along with your picture. Buyers can see this badge as well and place an order if they want.
Requirements for New Seller on Fiverr
- Create a Fiverr account
- Make a Gig
Benefits of New Seller on Fiverr
- Create 7 gigs on your profile.
- Add 2 Gig Extras per gig (extra services along with your gig).
- Send custom offers up to $20,000.
- Get your money 14 days after completing an order.
What is a Level 1 Seller on Fiverr?
Fiverr has created certain measures that you have to meet for progressing from New Seller to Level 1 Seller. It is an automatic process that Fiverr follows after seeing the performance of a seller in the last 60 days.
Requirements for Level 1 Seller on Fiverr
- Stay active as a seller on Fiverr for at least 60 days.
- Complete a total of 10 orders.
- Earn a minimum amount of $400.
- Hold a rating of 4.7 stars in the last 60 days.
- Have a response time of 90% in the last 60 days.
- Score order completion rate of 90% in the last 60 days
- Maintain a delivery rate of 90% in the last 60 days.
- Avoid any warning from Fiverr in the past 30 days.
Benefits of Level 1 Seller on Fiverr
- Create up to 10 gigs
- Add 4 gig extras per gig.
- Send custom offers up to $20,000 each.
- Money clearance after 14 days.
What is a Level 2 Seller on Fiverr?
The process of reaching Level 2 is somewhat more difficult than Level 1 because it contains some tough requirements. Achieving Level 2 on Fiverr is also an automatic process where the performance of the seller is analyzed based on several factors.
Requirements for Level 2 Seller on Fiverr
- Stay active as a seller on Fiverr for at least 120 days.
- Complete a total of 50 orders.
- Earn a minimum amount of $2,000 or more.
- Hold a rating of 4.7 stars in the last 60 days.
- Have a response time of 90% in the last 60 days.
- Score order completion rate of 90% in the last 60 days
- Maintain a delivery rate of 90% in the last 60 days.
- Avoid any warning from Fiverr in the past 30 days.
Benefits of Level 2 Seller on Fiverr
- Create up to 20 gigs
- Add 5 gig extras per gig
- Send custom offers up to $20,000 each.
- Money clearance after 14 days.
- Get priority customer support.
What is a Top Rated Seller on Fiverr?
This is an elite group of sellers on Fiverr who deliver great quality service and have a lot of positive reviews on their profiles. Unlike the rest of the levels, becoming a top-rated seller on Fiverr is a manual process. The Fiverr team analyzes the seller profile and confirms if the seller is eligible to be top-rated or not.
Requirements for Top-Rated Seller on Fiverr
- Stay active as a seller on Fiverr for at least 180 days.
- Complete a total of 100 orders.
- Earn a minimum amount of $20,000 or more.
- Hold a rating of 4.7 stars in the last 60 days.
- Have a response time of 90% in the last 60 days.
- Score order completion rate of 90% in the last 60 days
- Maintain a delivery rate of 90% in the last 60 days.
- Avoid any warning from Fiverr in the past 30 days.
Benefits of Top-Rated Seller on Fiverr
- Create up to 30 gigs
- Add 6 gig extras per gig
- Send custom offers up to $20,000 each.
- Money clearance after 7 days.
- Get priority customer support.
Wrap Up
I hope this article cleared all your confusion regarding your safety on Fiverr as a seller. Fiverr is a great platform to build your online career and establish yourself as a well-reputed freelancer.
However, you have to work very hard on your skills to cross each level on Fiver. As you go through the entire process of progressing from a new seller to a top-rated, your skills get polished. You learn a lot about customer dealing, improving your talent, putting yourself out there on other freelancing platforms, and most importantly, maintaining a consistent flow of income.
If you still have any questions about being a seller on Fiverr, do let me know in the comments.
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