Ultimate guide to starting freelancing on Fiverr

Starting a freelance career may be both enjoyable and tiring at times. While some people believe it's a fun job where you get to sit in your own place and work from home, they frequently overlook the reality that it's much more than that. Finding a good platform and obtaining work from clients is more difficult than we anticipated. You may work and earn money from a variety of websites. Starting freelancing may appear to be simple, but it is not always so. Freelancing is a way of generating money in which a person works from home and on their own schedule. The freelancer has complete control over who he works with and on which projects he works. He/She has the opportunity to work with many clients at the same time. Freelancers are self-employed and can work for a variety of clients on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis.

In today's blog, I'll discuss "FIVERR", one of the most well-known and deserving sites. When it comes to freelancing, you've probably seen or heard of this site. If you are a beginner then you must read this blog. I'll provide you a step-by-step guide on how to use Fiverr. If you're a beginner looking to make money on Fiverr, you must read this "Ultimate guide to start freelancing on Fiverr," which may be quite useful.

CONTENT-

1. What is Fiverr?
2. Terminology
3. How does Fiverr work?
4. Types of sellers- New seller, Level One Seller, Level Two Seller, Top-Rated Seller
5. Gig, A Important Term- What is a gig with an example, How to create a gig, What Gigs should you avoid?, List of Gig categories available on Fiverr, Gig Tips
6. Starting to set up a profile- Sign up, Set up a Seller profile, Create your first gig, Create another gig and modify your existing gig
7. Pros and Cons of Fiverr
8. Fiverr Do's
9. Fiverr Dont's
10. FAQs
CONCLUSION

What is Fiverr?

Before we get started making money on Fiverr, let's know what Fiverr is? Fiverr is an online marketplace for freelancing services where a client and freelancer may interact for a job. In simple words, it is a freelancing website. It is an Israeli country-based company that was founded in 2010 by its founder Micha Kaufman and Shai Wininger. It is one of the most well-known platforms where you may earn money online.

Terminology

Fiverr uses a few particular terms on their platform, and it's necessary for us to understand what they stand for. I'm not going to define every term here; instead, I'll give a quick overview of some key terms to get you started on Fiverr.

Seller- It is a person (freelancer) who sells their services or skills to others on the platform to earn money.

Buyer- It is someone (client) who buys services from sellers on the platform and pays them.

Gig- You are gonna use this term a lot. Gigs are those services or skills which someone wants to sell or buy on the platform. For Example, a gig can be, I will translate your English content into Hindi, I will design a logo for your business.

Order- When a customer buys a Gig, an order page between the buyer and the seller is generated.

Buyer Requests- It's the section where you'll find buyer-made personalized offers. When buyers have some specific requirements for their project, they post that request in the buyer request section. If you are in that category in which the buyer posts a request you will be able to see that request and can apply for it.

For example, you are a content writer and sell content writing gigs only, so if a buyer posts a request related to content writing, proofreading, or related to that category, you will be eligible to apply in that category. If a buyer posts a request related to voice-over or website development, you won't be able to view or apply for it since it falls outside of your gig category. The buyer's request section is quite valuable to sellers.

Custom Offers- Sometimes Some buyers have specific needs depending on their budget, delivery time, and other considerations. If the order doesn't fit into the gig or the buyer has some specific requirements. Then you can opt for custom offers. After having a conversation with the buyer, you can create a custom offer for the buyer based on their demands.

For example- if you are charging $50 to create 5 posts but the client wants 7 posts. Then you can use a custom offer for creating a custom offer for 7 posts where you can charge more and give specific services the client wants.

Packages- While creating a gig, you get three different types of packages named basic, standard, and premium for a single gig. These enable you to specify various pricing for a single gig with different extra items.

Response Rate- It shows the average time you take to respond to the buyer in the first place within 24 hours. Learn more about the "Response rate" here.

Set yourself as unavailable- This tool is extremely useful if you are unable to give your services to buyers, are overbooked, or simply wish to take a break from your work for whatever reason. You only need to press this button when you are not available for work, and your buyer will be informed. Read more.

Dashboard- A statistical number associated presentation of your performance on the Fiverr. It lets you know what actions are needed to take and how you are doing.

Read “Glossary of terms on Fiverr” to read about more terms.

How does Fiverr work?

Let's have a look at how Fiverr works. You should be aware of words like seller and buyer if you work on Fiverr. There are two parties involved. In Fiverr's language, a Seller is the one who sells his/her services to other people on the platform and earns money, or in other words, a freelancer. The buyer (or client) is the one who buys the services from people using the platform and pays them. A "gig" refers to the services or skills a seller sells or buyer buys. They both interact through this platform and follow a pre-described procedure to complete a process. Seller makes an offer while the buyer accepts that order (if it is according to their needs) and payment happens. This is how one sells and the other buys.

Types of sellers-

Depending on the rating, and monthly performance of the seller on the platform, there are 4 types of sellers-

New Seller

This is the first stage from where everyone starts. Your profile will automatically reflect a New Seller when you first start. As a New Seller, you get the following things-

You can Create Only up to 7 active Gigs
You can Add 2 Extra services per Gig ($5, $10, $20 for each Extra)
You can create custom offers (up to $20,000 each)
You can Withdraw your earnings only after 14 days

Level One Seller-

To acquire the level one seller position from the New Seller, you have to meet certain requirements. But first, let me remind you that getting to this level will take a lot of hard work and patience. These requirements are the following:

You have to be an active seller at least 60 days
You must complete at least 10 orders (all time)
You need to Earn $400 or more
You need to maintain a 4.7-star rating over 60 days
You must Deliver a 90% response rate score over 60 days
You have to Score a 90% order completion rate over 60 day
You have to Achieve a 90% on-time delivery score over 60 days
Do not Receive warnings over 30 days

In comparison to a New Seller, you gain greater perks after being a Level one seller. These are the following:

Now you can create up to 10 gigs
You can Add 4 Extra services per Gig ($5, $10, $20, $40 for each Extra)
You can create custom offers (up to $20,000 each) (which is the same)
You can Withdraw your earnings only after 14 days (which is the same)

Level Two Seller

After a new or one level seller, there are Level-Two sellers who enjoy more benefits as compared to these two. But don't get me wrong: to get to this level, you'll have to put in a lot of effort. Getting to Level-Two isn't as simple as it appears. It's much tougher than level one, yet it's far from impossible. To become a Level-Two seller, you must meet these conditions-

You must be an active seller for at least 120 days
You have to Complete at least 50 orders (all time)
You need to Earn $2,000 or more
You need to maintain a 4.7-star rating over 60 days
You must Deliver a 90% response rate score over 60 days
You have to Score a 90% order completion rate over 60 day
You have to Achieve a 90% on-time delivery score over 60 days
Do not Receive warnings over 30 days

If you succeed in becoming a Level-Two seller, you will receive the following benefits-

Now you can create not only 10 or 15 but up to 20 active Gigs
You can Add 5 Extras per Gig ($5, $10, $20, $40, $50 for each Extra)
Also, you Enjoy priority customer support (which is new)
You can create custom offers (up to $20,000 each) (which is the same)
You can Withdraw your earnings only after 14 days (which is the same)

Top-Rated Seller-

After all that hard work and patience, we have reached the Top-Rated level of the seller's level. It is the highest position on Fiverr, but I can assure you that it is not as easy to attain. It is significantly more difficult to reach this level than other levels, but it is not impossible. On Fiverr, there are sellers that are ranked as Top-Rated Sellers because they must have passed all the criteria and now are at this position. To learn more about the Top-Rated seller criteria, buckle up and let's get started-

You must Be an active seller for at least 180 days
You have to Complete at least 100 orders (all time)
You need to Earn $20,000 or more ( which is huge but not impossible)
You need to maintain a 4.7-star rating over 60 days
You must Deliver a 90% response rate score over 60 days
You have to Score a 90% order completion rate over 60 day
You have to Achieve a 90% on-time delivery score over 60 days
Do not Receive warnings over 30 days

If you get the op-Rated seller badge on your profile, then congo, you will get to enjoy these benefits-

Now you can Create up to 30 active Gigs, which is wow
You can Add 6 Extras per Gig ($5, $10, $20, $40, $50, $100 for each Extra)
Now you can Withdraw your earnings after 7 days (not 14 days like other sellers)
You can Enjoy priority customer support (which is also in Level-Two seller)
You can create custom offers (up to $20,000 each) (which is the same)

As a result, attaining a seller level is important. Some buyers who want experienced and skilled sellers opt for Level-One, Level-Two, or Top-Rated sellers. It's not that the New Seller level is unpleasant, everyone starts from there but your aim should be to grow yourself and attain new clients and levels. A badge on your profile speaks a great deal about your work and experience. To get these badges, you'll need both hard effort and patience, since nothing comes easy.

Already a Freelancer? But not getting any clients on freelancing sites. Well, these can be those mistakes you are making. Know these "7 Reasons Why You Aren’t Getting any Clients".

Gig- A Important Term

Let's take a closer look at gigs before we go into how to set up a Fiverr account. Here's what You will learn-

What is a gig with an example
How to create gig-
What Gigs should you avoid?
List of Gig categories available on Fiverr
Gig Tips

What is a gig with an example:

I have defined this term many times. It is a service or skill someone wishes to sell or buy on the platform. It's a long-winded method of describing your service and expertise. The gig always starts with I will….

For example-

I will create 5 posts for you in the Spanish language.

I will create a business logo for your business.

I will translate English to Hindi and vice versa.

I will design business or e-commerce WordPress websites And so on.

Depending on the services you provide.

How to create gig-

Always walk into the market and see what people are selling and for how much. Before you create a gig, make sure you do your research. I'll explain how to make a gig step by step.

Overview:

1. When you click on create a gig, the first thing that comes under the “overview category” is the "GIG TITLE". Make sure your gig has a clear, concise title. Upgrade your SEO as well. It will aid in its ranking. The title can be up to 80 characters long.

For Example- I will write a 500-word SEO article for your website.

I will design 3 modern minimalist logo designs in 24 hrs.

2. Second, comes, "CATEGORY" in which your gig comes. Make sure you select the appropriate category for your gig. If you select the incorrect category, your gig will receive a lower ranking. There is also a "SUBCATEGORY" option after that. Whatever category you choose, its subcategory will be instantly reflected.

For example- If you are a translator you will probably choose writing and translation as a category and in subcategories, you have lots of options like articles and blog posts, proofreading and editing, translation resume writing and etc. chosen according to your service.
3. The third is "SERVICE TYPE". This is available to only certain categories.
4. Next is "GIG METADATA", fill up the required things on which your services are based. This is also available to only certain categories.
5. "TAGS" are the last section of the overview. Your gig can have up to 5 tags.

For example- If you are a translator, you can add translating, translate according to your gig.

Pricing:

The most important part is pricing because you are doing all this for money.

First, you'll see an option called "Offer packages" on the right side of the page. You can choose from three different packages or stick with one. It is entirely up to you to make your choice. These allow you to set varying prices for a single gig with extra items.

Let's say we choose an offer package where we get basic, standard, and premium packages. We must outline several features of our service in packages, such as when you will deliver the work, how many revisions you will offer, and so on. The package name, description(details of offer within 100 characters), delivery, number of revisions, price always remain the same in every gig. But besides this, you will also get other more options according to your gig which you should consider as they say a lot about your services and what you are providing in your services.

For example- If you are a translator, you will have options as Words Included, proofreading, Document Formatting, Language Style Guide, Transcription, and Subtitling.

Each category has its own set of options. You will see different options in the Graphic and Design category, Data, and other categories.

The minimum price for a gig is $5 up to the maximum for a gig. But the price scheme for voice-over gig has different pricing. You can learn more about this on Fiverr.

You can now add extras as well. Read more about “Extra services” here.

For example- Ankush is an English transcriber. He has his one gig name as English transcription in which he offers three packages-

Package 1 (basic)- He offers up to 5 mint transcription for $5, with up to 1 speaker, Proofreading, and file convert.

Package 2 (standard)- He offers up to 10 mint transcription for $10 with up to 2 speakers, Proofreading, and file convert.

Package 2 (premium)- He offers up to 15 mint transcription for $15 with up to 4 speakers, Proofreading, Time Reference, and file convert.

You can see he sells one gig with 3 packages.

Description and FAQs:

Description-

In the Description box, you have to describe your gig briefly.

The character limit is up to 1200.
You can detail the services you will deliver as part of your gig, as well as your previous experience with that gig. Make sure you describe your gig in depth so the client understands what you're selling.
Perform a search for your gig to see how others have written theirs, what they provide, and what they include and exclude. Take inspiration from others, but come up with your own description.
Be the buyer while creating a gig and observe what services buyers are seeking. Consider the situation from the buyer's point of view.
Make sure your grammar is straightforward and correct.
To highlight your important points and make your gig more appealing, use bold, underline, and italic styles. When writing a list, remember to utilize bullet points to make it simpler to read.
Don't use long and complicated sentences. Aside from that, utilize short, descriptive phrases with proper space.
You can put URLs in your description as well, but only those that have been approved by Fiverr. Using URLs that aren't approved by Fiverr might lead to major issues with your account. For further information, see "Approved lists."
In your description, never provide your contact information. Use all of these points to ensure you're writing a clear yet appealing description. This description is what buyers read and make decisions.

FAQs-

Then there's the FAQ section (Frequently Asked Questions)

Here you may add the frequently asked questions that you expect buyers to have. You have the option of adding up to 8 FAQs.

Let's say you're a translator. Then your frequently asked questions could be

Q- In what format do you deliver translated files?

Ans- I deliver work in documents, pdf, and Word formats.

Q- What languages do you specialize in translating?

Ans- I translate from English to Hindi and vice versa.

(These are only for example)

Requirements:

If you're a seller, you'll need some information about the project to get started. Now is your time in the spotlight. Here you may ask all of the questions or acquire all of the information you require to begin the project so that there are no discrepancies in the future and the work proceeds smoothly. You have the option of selecting Free Text, Multiple Answers, or an Attached File. In multiple answers, you need to provide the buyer an option from which he or she would choose one or more (based on what you enable). If you want the buyer to respond, you may make the answer mandatory.

Gallery:

You can choose images, videos, and pdfs to showcase your services.

Images-

You can add up to 3 images.
Upload only those images which are relevant to your gig. These images can be examples of your work.
The gig image size must be at least 550 pixels width x 370 pixels height and you can Upload images in JPEG, JPG, PNG.
To be published, at least one image must be uploaded.
Copyrighted images, images downloaded from the internet, and images you don't own are all restricted. Always use images that you own and have permission to use.

To learn more "click"

Videos-

Upload videos that are less than 75 seconds long and less than 50 MB.
This section is mandatory for the Video & Animation category, but optional for the remaining categories.
When you upload a video, instead of your gig image, the video will be utilized as your thumbnail.
Never give out your personal information in a video. Read more.

Audio-

This section is not available in all categories.
You can only upload audio files that are in the mp3 and MPEG formats.
Always keep in mind that your audio should be no more than 3:30 minutes long and no more than 10 MB in size.

PDF-

You can upload up to 2 pdfs.
This field is optional.
Your pdf's first three pages will be displayed.

After you've completed the first five steps, you'll be ready to go on to the next step. Click save and continue. You'll see a Publish Gig option popup. After you click that, your gig will be published.

Note- That if you have included a video in your gig, it will appear as pending until Fiverr approves it. However, if the gig does not include any video, it will be labeled as active.

What Gigs should you avoid?

If you are looking to make money on Fiverr for the long term or simply want to make a good freelancing by Fiverr then you should avoid these sorts of gigs.

Some buyers won't mind spending $5 for a funny video for a birthday party or a bachelor party. Any gig, I will make a funny birthday video for your friend's birthday. I will dress up as a zombie for your Halloween party. I will write whatever you want on the tropical beach sand. While these sorts of gigs do earn well, they cannot be considered a strong option for acquiring experience or knowledge. These gigs don't have much of a market and are just for entertainment purposes.

Don't sell gigs where you aren't skilled because the buyer still may get their money back if they aren't satisfied after the order is completed. (Due to Fiverr's preference for buyer interest). If you are not into voice-over, then don't opt for this category just because the pricing is good and the voice-over artist earns well. If you don't know how to use editing software, audio editing, and other basic skills, you won't be able to offer a good quality voice-over. Never go with those gigs in which you are unskilled.

Don't sell gigs that put you on a tight timeline or need many days of effort. like, I will create a logo in one hour. I will create a complete professional website in one day. This is not something you should do just because you want orders. Because of the tight deadlines, these sorts of gigs are hard to deliver. If you are unable to offer skilled work within a timely manner or if the buyer is dissatisfied with your work, it might mess up your rating and review in a negative way.

List of Gig categories available on Fiverr

There are hundreds of different categories in which you may create gigs. It is entirely up to you to decide whatever area you are skilled in and choose to continue. I've compiled a comprehensive list below.

1. Graphics & Design- Under this category, there are-

Logo & Brand Identity- Logo Design, Brand Style Guides, Business Cards & Stationery

Gaming- Game Art, Graphics for Streamers, Twitch Store

Art & Illustration- Illustration, Pattern Design, Portraits & Caricatures, Cartoons & Comics, Tattoo Design, Storyboards

Web & App Design- Website Design, App Design, UX Design, Landing Page Design, Email Design, Icon Design, Web Banners

Social Media- Social Media Design, AR Filters & Lenses

Packaging & Covers- Packaging & Label Design, Book Design, Album Cover Design, Podcast Cover Art, Car Wraps

Visual Design- Photoshop Editing, Presentation Design, Infographic Design, Vector Tracing, Resume Design

Architecture & Building Design- Architecture & Interior Design, Landscape Design, Building Information Modeling

Fashion & Merchandise, Fashion Design, T-Shirts & Merchandise, Jewelry Design

Print Design- Flyer Design, Brochure Design, Signage Design, Poster Design, Catalog Design, Menu Design, Postcard Design, Invitation Design

Product & Characters Design- Industrial & Product Design, Character Modeling, Trade Booth Design

Miscellaneous- Other

2. Digital Marketing- Social Media Marketing, Social Media Advertising, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Local SEO, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Content Marketing, Video Marketing, Email Marketing, Web Analytics, Text Message Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Display Advertising, E-Commerce Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Community Management, Mobile App Marketing, Music Promotion, Book & eBook Marketing, Podcast Marketing, Crowdfunding, Other.

3. Writing & Translation- Articles & Blog Posts, Translation, Proofreading & Editing, Resume Writing, Cover Letters, LinkedIn Profiles, Ad Copy, Sales Copy, Social Media Copy, Email Copy, Case Studies, Book & eBook Writing, Book Editing, Scriptwriting, Podcast Writing, Beta Reading, Creative Writing, Brand Voice & Tone, UX Writing, Speechwriting, eLearning Content Development, Technical Writing, Job Descriptions, White Papers, Website Content, Product Descriptions, Press Releases, Business Names & Slogans, Legal Writing, Grant Writing, Transcripts, Research & Summaries, Other.

4. Video & Animation- Whiteboard & Animated Explainers, Video Editing, Visual Effects, Subtitles & Captions, Lyric & Music Videos, Character Animation, Logo Animation, Animation for Kids, Lottie & Website Animation, Corporate Videos, Animated GIFs, Short Video Ads, 3D Product Animation, E-Commerce Product Videos, Spokesperson Videos, Live Action Explainers, Crowdfunding Videos, Unboxing Videos, App & Website Previews, Animation for Streamers, Video Templates Editing, Intros & Outros, Product Photography, Local Photography, Drone Videography, eLearning Video Production, Screencasting Videos, Slideshow Videos, Game Trailers, Book Trailers, Article to Video, Real Estate PromosOther.

5. Music & Audio- Voice-Over, Producers & Composers, Singers & Vocalists, Mixing & Mastering, Session Musicians, Online Music Lessons, Podcast Editing, Songwriters, Beat Making, Audiobook Production, Audio Ads Production, Sound Design, Jingles & Intros, Dialogue Editing, Music Transcription, Vocal Tuning, DJ Drops & Tags, DJ Mixing, Remixing & Mashups, Synth Presets, Meditation Music, Other.

6. Programming & Tech- WordPress, Website Builders & CMS, Game Development, Development for Streamers, Web Programming, E-Commerce Development, Mobile Apps, Desktop Applications, Cybersecurity & Data Protection, Chatbots, Online Coding Lessons, Support & IT, Convert Files, User Testing, QA & Review, Other.

7. Data- Databases, Data Processing, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Data Engineering, Data Science, Data Entry, Other.

8. Business- Virtual Assistant, Market Research, Sales, E-Commerce Management, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Presentations, Game Concept Design, Flyer Distribution, Business Plans, Business Consulting, Legal Consulting, Financial Consulting, Customer Care, HR Consulting, Career Counseling, Other.

9. Lifestyle- Online Tutoring, Gaming, Astrology & Psychics, Modeling & Acting, Wellness, Traveling, Fitness Lessons, Dance Lessons, Life Coaching, Greeting Cards & Videos, Personal Stylists, Cooking Lessons, Craft Lessons, Arts & Crafts, Family & Genealogy, Your Message On…, Collectibles, Other.

Choose your category and Click here to start creating gigs in these categories.

Gig Tips

It is essential to creating a strong and appealing gig. A gig that isn't suitable or makes it tough to communicate your skills might cause problems with your freelancing. I've outlined several points below that you should keep in mind while crafting a gig.

In your title, use engaging wording. Make it appealing to the eye. Make sure you're not making any grammatical errors. Always use formal language instead of unprofessional language. (For example- I will write whtevr u lyk, is incorrect. Write- I will write whatever you like) . Also, avoid using difficult or confusing language that pushes buyers to use translator.
Maintain a clear and descriptive gig description at all times. Don't overwrite. Highlight your expertise, knowledge, skills with your pricing, delivery, revisions, whatever is necessary. Make sure your description makes sense and has all of the information necessary to drive sales.
Make your gig SEO-friendly. SEO has a significant impact on obtaining buyers.
On Fiverr, you'll be up against hundreds of other sellers. Make sure you update your gig from time to time.
Create as many gigs as Fiverr allows. Creating just one gig is not enough. If you're a new seller, try to make at least 4-5 or 7 gigs. There's a chance your gig may get greater attention.
To attract more buyers, provide extras with your gig. Extra columns should never be wasted or overlooked. Make sure you're getting the most out of that section.
Make sure your gig includes relevant images and videos. Images that aren't relevant won't aid you. Use high-resolution images as well.
Begin with a low price. I understand that your skills are important, but if you are a new seller with a low or no rating, it is best to start with low pricing.
Evaluate other people's Fiverr gigs in the same category for suggestions. For example, what they include and exclude, how much they charge, delivery days, and so on. This will give you an idea of how you can create your gig.
Start spreading the word about your gig on social media. For example, if you are a writer, then you should start blogging and utilize that platform to market your Fiverr page. Sharing gigs might be really beneficial.

Starting to set up a profile

Here comes the main course. In this section, you will learn how to create a Fiverr account successfully. Above, I've included a thorough summary of the gig. If you haven't already read that, go back and read it since gigs are a key component of creating a Fiverr account.

Sign up-

To create a Fiverr account you first need to go on Fiverr’s official page. (Use laptop or computer) Click on the “Join” option on the right side.
Enter your email address. Note- you may also sign up using Facebook, Google, or Apple. Click on continue.
Create your username carefully as you cannot change it later. Your username will be your Fiverr's display name so choose wisely.
Create your password and join. You've completed the Fiverr registration process. You will get an activation email from Fiverr (which will be only valid for 30 days). Click "Activate your account" in that email.

Now if you have completed all these steps, your seller account will be created.

Set up a Seller profile-

The next step after successfully registering on Fiverr is to create your seller profile.
Personal Info- Fill out your full name(it will be private). In the profile picture, choose your image which is your or your own. As you scroll down, you will see other sections as well. In the description section, introduce yourself. In the language section, select your native language and other languages in which you are fluent. And click continue.
Professional Info- As you proceed further, you will see other sections. In the occupation, select your expertise. In the skill, add your skills with your experience level. And the other section will be your education, certifications, and personal website (which will be only visible to you). This field displays your skills and expertise. Click continue.
Linked accounts- In this section, you have to link your social and professional networking accounts to your Fiverr account. Note that the buyer will not see your personal details and it will remain private. Click continue.
Account Security- In order to keep your account safe and secure, verify your email and phone number. In the email box, click on the verification link. In the phone number, click verify now.

When you complete all these steps. Click on "Continue & Create your first Gig".

Note- You must complete a minimum of 65% of the process in order to be published on Fiverr. You have to link at least one account and phone verification is a must.

Create your first gig-

This is the most important part that determines your revenue. To create your first gig, you must know what they are. Don't be worried if you are unaware of this. I've included a thorough description of the gig and how to create them, above. Read it first.

To create a gig, click On “switch to seller” > “gig” and click on “create a gig”

Overview- Write title, select category, add search tags, and click on save and continue.
Pricing- Decide your offer packages. Give your package a name and a brief description of what you're offering. Add delivery, revision, price with extras. click on save and continue.
Description and FAQs- Describe your gig services briefly and add up to 8 FAQs. click on save and continue.
Requirement- Add all of the requirements and information you'll need to get started on the project. Choose the type of answer and click on save and continue.
Gallery- Add images, video, audio, and pdfs that are relevant to your gig. But all of them should be owned by you and click on save and continue.
Publish- Click on “publish gig” and share your gigs on your social media networks.

You've completed your task. Your account has been created, and you've also created your first gig. Don't limit yourself to just one gig. Make use of the remaining six gigs as well, and create more.

Create another gig and modify your existing gig-

Repeat the same process for creating another gig
To edit or update your existing gig.

Scroll down and Find the gig you want to edit> From the drop-down list on the right > Edit

Make the changes you wish > save

You have done it.

Pros and Cons of Fiverr

Pros-

Payment security is something that Fiverr truly succeeds at. If you do decent work, Fiverr will ensure that you get paid. The money automatically transfers into your Fiverr account when you deliver the order. If you follow the Fiverr delivery method, you won't have to go after the buyer for money.
On Fiverr, you are not bound to only one service. If you wish to sell more than one service. Fiverr allows you to create more than one gig for your services.
You are your own price decision-maker.
The website is simple to use, and an app is now available to keep you and the buyer in touch.
You can use "set yourself as unavailable" if you want to take a short vacation. This option allows you to take a vacation without having to worry about your profile being affected. Read more about how to set yourself as unavailable.
There are hundreds of service categories available you can choose to start freelancing.
You have full control over the type of work you undertake and who you work with.
You can start earning a minimum of $5 and increase it.
Fiverr is free to use for sellers. To begin freelancing on Fiverr, you do not need to pay any money.
There are easy withdrawal options accessible, such as PayPal and Bank Transfer - Powered by Payoneer. Read more

Cons-

Fiverr is free to use, but it takes a 20% commission charge from sellers on every order.
It might be difficult to begin as a new seller and earn a good income since new sellers lack reviews and ratings.
You have to be prepared to complete and deliver orders within the time limit. Your rating and profile may suffer as a result of late delivery.
Payment clearance usually takes up to 14 days (except for top-rated sellers). Only after that, you can withdraw your money.
It can happen to you even after you've completed the order; the buyer might receive a refund if he is dissatisfied with your work, as Fiverr favors buyers above sellers.
Before placing an order, not every buyer sends a message. and that order might not be to your liking.
Some buyers are also impatient and may cause a lot of confusion. They don't provide proper information, ask for more revision(even if you don't provide), delay in replies, etc.
Fiverr does not have a time tracker which makes it difficult for those who work on an hourly basis.

Like other platforms, Fiverr also has its own pros and cons, how you see and deal with them is entirely up to you. Nothing comes easy.

Fiverr Do’s

Always communicate to the buyers, before starting a project, Make sure you have all of the information you'll need to get started.
Practice, On-time delivery of high-quality work.
Modify your profile and gig whenever required.
To entice more buyers, make more use of extras.
Maintain a high response rate by using the Fiverr app.
Create more than one gig to get more attention.
Write a description that is SEO-friendly.
Make use of high-resolution images, videos, music, and PDFs.
Spread the word about your gigs on social media.
Use the buyer request section to get some buyers.
Start with a low price if you are a new seller.
Make a custom offer if a buyer has specific requirements.

Read gig tips to know more.

Fiverr Dont's

Never deliver orders in the message box. Always use the delivery button to deliver the order.
Do not take too long to respond to a buyer as it can affect your response rate.
Do not force the buyer to leave a review or a rating, as it comes under violation. It is entirely up to the buyer to decide whether or not to give it.
Do not try to mislead. Deliver what you have promised in your gig.
Do not use those images, videos that are copyrighted, downloaded from the internet, or which you do not own.
Do not use URLs that have not been approved by Fiverr.
Never give out your personal information in gigs or with buyers.
Don't stick to $5 if you are getting buyers and you are providing quality work. Try to increase it more.
Never offer those services in which you are not skilled. A dissatisfied buyer might harm your reputation.
Never accept payment outside of your Fiverr account; it is not permitted and may result in your account being suspended.

FAQ’s

Q- Is it safe to use Fiverr?

ANS- Yes, Fiverr is completely safe and takes care of your security.

Q- How much do freelancers earn money on Fiverr?

ANS- It is entirely dependent on your skills and the services you provide. You may make a nice income, if you are skilled and provide a service that is in high demand in the market. Many freelancers work full-time on Fiverr and earn a nice living.

Q- Do we need any prior experience before we begin freelancing on Fiverr?

ANS- Some services require you to have prior experience or you need to show the same samples of your work. For Example, A graphic designer is required to display some of his work, while a translator is not required to do so.

Q- How to withdraw your money from Fiverr?

ANS- Fiverr provides PayPal, Bank Transfer - Powered by Payoneer options to withdraw your money from Fiverr. Read this, it will be of great assistance to you.

Q- How much time do I have to devote?

ANS- It is dependent on the services you provide. You may not get as many orders if you are a new seller. The amount of time you wish to devote is determined by you and your services.

Q- Is Fiverr a better platform than others?

ANS- Every platform has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. While Fiverr has certain benefits, it cannot be denied that it also has some drawbacks. It is entirely up to you how you handle and deal with them.

Q- Is it possible for a freelancer to be scammed on Fiverr?

ANS- Well, the answer is yes. To be safe in this situation, limit your conversation with the buyer within Fiverr, deliver the order using the delivery button, and keep all other necessary points in mind.

Q- What exactly are Fiverr tests, and how can you pass them?

ANS- Fiverr offers a test option for sellers to take in order to verify their specified skills. These are optional, but Fiverr recommends taking them to show the buyer that you have that specific skill. To pass the test, you must score at least 60%. Read more about the Fiverr skill test.

Q- What do I need to get started selling on Fiverr?

ANS- All you need is a laptop (computer), an internet connection, as well as some skills. The majority of the work required the use of a computer system. If you provide voice-over services, you may require a microphone and other equipment. It is dependent on the services provided. However, these are essential in my opinion.

Q- Can I make more than one gig in the same category?

ANS- Of course, you can create multiple gigs in the same service category. And if you wish, you can also create gigs in different categories as well. However, be sure you have all of the necessary capabilities to provide such services.

Conclusion

If used properly, Fiverr can be a great platform. On Fiverr, you may make a nice living through freelancing. All that is required of you is professionalism and skill. Many people make a good living by selling on Fiverr. It is entirely up to you how you utilize Fiverr. Use the above tips and try to avoid those mistakes which can mess up your freelancing. Click here to start your freelancing journey on Fiverr.

This is the ultimate guide on how to start freelancing on Fiverr. I hope you find it interesting and informative. I did my utmost to cover every aspect of the Fiverr, but if there is anything I missed, please let me know. In case you have any questions, I've included some FAQs in the last part. If something is still unclear to you, please let me know in the comments box below so that I can assist you.

Thank you for reading. Best of luck with your Fiverr freelancing.

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