Fiverr charges sellers a 20% commission on every completed order — one of the highest flat rates among freelance platforms. A $100 gig nets you $80. A $1,000 gig nets $800. This fee is non-negotiable and applies to all sellers regardless of experience level or sales volume.
Fiverr Pro and Pro Vetting
Even Fiverr Pro sellers — who are vetted and can charge $500–$10,000+ per project — still pay 20%. The Pro badge increases visibility and allows premium pricing, but the fee structure is identical. The only difference is higher average order values, so the absolute dollar amount of fees is larger.
When Revenue Is Available
Revenue from completed orders is available for withdrawal after a clearing period: 14 days for new sellers (Level 0), 7 days for Level 1 and above. Top Rated Sellers get 7 days. The clock starts when the buyer marks the order complete or the auto-complete timer runs out (3 days after delivery).
Pricing Strategy on Fiverr
Price with the 20% fee built in. If your hourly rate is $50 and a project takes 3 hours ($150), set your gig at $150 / 0.80 = $187.50 (round up to $190 or $200). Always factor in revision time when pricing fixed packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fiverr takes $1 (20%) from a $5 gig, leaving you with $4. However, withdrawal fees can further reduce this — PayPal withdrawals cost $1, Payoneer $3. For very small orders, withdrawal fees represent a significant percentage of earnings. This is why most successful sellers avoid the $5 price point.
Yes — buyers pay a service fee on top of the gig price. For orders under $75, there's a $2.50 flat fee. For orders of $75 and above, buyers pay a 5.5% service charge. So a $100 gig costs the buyer $105.50. The seller still only sees $80 after the 20% cut.
After order completion, funds go into a clearing period: 14 days for new sellers (Level 0 and Level 1), 7 days for Level 2, Level 2+, and Top Rated Sellers. Fiverr Business orders clear faster for qualified sellers. Once cleared, you can withdraw to PayPal, bank transfer, Payoneer, or a Fiverr Revenue Card.
It depends on your niche and order volume. Fiverr's built-in buyer traffic means you don't pay for marketing — that's the real value. For a seller charging $500/project who gets consistent orders, paying $100 per sale for access to Fiverr's 4+ million buyers can be very profitable. For low-value gigs with high delivery time, the math often doesn't work.