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Free
3% platform fee per payout
Ideal for freelancers or small teams starting out
Payments integrated project managemet
3% platform fee on payouts
1-2% Currency conversion fee for non-US users
International payments across 110+ countries
Instant Payout and Daily payout as standard
Zero hidden charges
Payout schedule control
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0.5% platform fee per payout
Great if you handle larger projects and larger clients
Payments integrated project managemet
0.5% platform fee on payouts
1-2% Currency conversion fee for non-US users
International payments across 110+ countries
Instant Payout and Daily payout as standard
Zero hidden charges
Payout schedule control
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Sectar is better by design

Upto 40X more cost effective that platforms like Upwork

Marketplace platforms like Upwork and Fiverr are great for finding new clients, but they can quickly become costly due to high transaction fees and a variety of hidden charges.

Upwork
Freelancer.com
Fiver
Toptal
Sectar
Upwork
Cost of getting paid
As low as 0.5%
10% on project value + hidden charges
Currency conversion fee
1% to 2% on select transactions
2.5% on every transaction
Hidden fees
None
Project initiation costs, client costs and much more
Withdrawal Fee
None
From $0.99 to $30 per withdrawal
Payout processing schedule
Instant & Daily
Manual or weekly billing cycle
Instant money in the bank
Yes, within minutes; 2-5 Business days
ACH: 2-5 days, PayPal: Minutes to 1 day, Wire: 1-2 days
Integrated project management
Rich tasks, approvals, milestones and payments workflow
Minimal project management workflow
Escrow
Task-level escrow-like protection
Milestone level escrow
Client fee
2.9% + 30 cents processing fee
3% on all payments + other
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Freelancer.com
Cost of getting paid
As low as 0.5% of project value
10% on project value
Currency conversion fee
1% to 2% of a transaction
2.99% on conversions
Zero hidden fees?
Zero hidden fee
Project fees, Contest fees, Inactivity fees and more.
Zero withdrawal fee?
Zero withdrawal fee
Local Bank: $1.80, PayPal/Skrill: Free, Wire: $25
Payout processing schedule
Instant & Daily
Not automatic. Payments processed on request
Instant money in the bank?
Yes, within minutes or 2-5 Business days for daily payouts
1-3 business days for PayPal, longer for wire transfers
Integrated project management
Rich tasks, approvals, milestones and payments workflow
Basic. No detailed task management.
Escrow protection?
Task-level escrow-like protection
Limited to milestone based projects
Client fee?
One time transaction fee of 2.9% + 30 cents
3% or $3, whichever is greater
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Fiver
Cost of getting paid
As low as 0.5%
20% flat fee
Currency conversion fee
1% to 2% on select transactions
2.5% fee on currency conversions
Hidden fees
None
Add-on services for promoting gigs
Withdrawal Fee
None
$3 for PayPal, up to $20 for bank transfers
Payout processing schedule
Instant & Daily
14 days after job completion
Instant money in the bank
Yes, within minutes; 2-5 Business days
Up to 7 days
Integrated project management
Rich tasks, approvals, milestones and payments workflow
None, just communication tools and progress tracking
Escrow
Task-level escrow-like protection
None
Client fee
2.9% + 30 cents processing fee
Up to 5% of project cost
Sectar
Toptal
Cost of getting paid
As low as 0.5%
Variable (typically 10%-15% for freelancers)
Currency conversion fee
1% to 2% on select transactions
Depends on payment provider, usually minimal
Hidden fees
None
High-end client fees passed indirectly to freelancers
Withdrawal Fee
None
None
Payout processing schedule
Instant & Daily
On project milestones and final completion
Instant money in the bank
Yes, within minutes; 2-5 Business days
1-3 days depending on the payment method
Integrated project management
Rich tasks, approvals, milestones and payments workflow
No specific project management tools
Escrow
Task-level escrow-like protection
Milestone level escrow
Client fee
2.9% + 30 cents processing fee
High-end client fees passed indirectly to freelancers
Fee starting at 0.5% per payout

Stop paying extra to payment gateways just to 'move' funds

Bring payments into your projects and enjoy global payouts and instant money in the bank in your local currency with zero additional cost.

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Project budget
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You get
INR
1000
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Platform fee starting at
0.5 %
Currency conversion fee
1.75%
Withdrawal fee
0 %

And everything you need to deliver world-class service

Comprehensive Project Management

Simple, powerful tools.

Financial Dashboard

Real-time balance and transaction tracking.

Budget-Centric Planning

Plan with your budget in mind.

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FAQs

What pricing plans does Sectar offer?

Sectar offers two plans: Free Plan: 3% commission on payouts. Paid Plan: $19/month with a 0.5% commission on payouts. You can choose the plan that best fits your business needs.

How is the commission calculated on payouts?

The commission is calculated as a percentage of the total amount processed during the payout. If the task value is, say, $100, Sectar deducts 0.5% or 50 cents as commission for paid users and moves $99.5 to your bank.

Standard currency conversion charges might apply. Sectar has no control over this fee.  

Are there any additional fees on top of the commission?

No, there are no hidden fees. There's only a standard commission we charge on payouts and the subscription fee if you opt for the paid plan. Currency conversion fees may apply for certain transactions, but these are transparent and depend on the payout currency.

How do I choose the best plan for my business?

The free plan is ideal for freelancers or small teams starting out. If you handle larger volumes of transactions or want to reduce commission fees, the paid plan offers a lower commission of 0.5% with a $19 subscription.

How does Sectar handle international payments?

Sectar supports payments in multiple currencies. Any necessary currency conversion will be handled by our payment processor, and the fees for this will be deducted transparently during the payout.

Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan at any time?

Yes, you can upgrade to the paid plan or downgrade to the free plan at any time. The changes will take effect from the next payout cycle.