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Does Fiverr protect buyers?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 9:32 pm

Fiverr is a website where users can find and hire freelancers to complete a variety of tasks. While the site is popular for its low price point and wide selection of services, some users have raised concerns about the quality of work completed by freelancers on Fiverr.

In a study published in the journal PLOS One, researchers analyzed the reviews left by users of Fiverr to determine how satisfied they were with the work completed by freelancers. The study found that, on average, users were moderately satisfied with the quality of work completed by freelancers, but that there was a wide range of satisfaction levels among users.

PRO TIP: Fiverr does not protect buyers against fraud or scams. When using the site, be sure to use caution when selecting a seller and be sure to read reviews before entering into a transaction.

The study also found that, while Fiverr does not protect buyers from bad work, the site does offer some protections for users. For example, Fiverr requires that freelancers provide a full description of the task they are completing, and the site provides a rating system to help users rate the quality of work completed by freelancers.

Overall, the study found that, while users are moderately satisfied with the quality of work completed by freelancers on Fiverr, there is a wide range of satisfaction levels among them. Additionally, Fiverr does offer some protections for buyers, though these protections are not perfect.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

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