Elite & Global Freelance Platforms – Toptal, Freelancer.com & PeoplePerHour
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3️⃣ Toptal – For top 3% talent
High-paying clients, long-term contracts
No platform fee for freelancers, but strict screening required
Tip: Highlight specialized skills and measurable achievements
4️⃣ Freelancer.com – Beginner-friendly, millions of projects
Flexible bidding, contests for designers, milestone payments
Fees: 10% per project
Tip: Start small, enter contests, communicate clearly
5️⃣ PeoplePerHour – UK/Europe-focused
Secure payments, hourly/project work, “Hourlies” for instant jobs
Fees: 20% on first $350, then decreasing
Tip: Optimize profile, send personalized proposals, use WorkStream for communication
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Top global platforms like Toptal and PPH set the benchmark for premium freelancing.
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Upwork and Fiverr still dominate the freelancing scene heading into 2025.