10 Most Popular Freelance Marketplaces and Platforms in 2023

Over the past years, freelancing has become an increasingly popular way of making a living for many. As a result, the number of marketplaces and platforms where freelancers advertise their services has skyrocketed. In this blog post, we've compiled a list of the top ten most popular freelance marketplaces and platforms of 2023. These platforms offer services across a variety of domains, including web development, graphic design, digital marketing and consulting and a ton more.

Whether you're a freelancer looking for work or a business looking for someone to get work done, this list can help you find the right platform for your needs.

Keep reading to discover the most reliable platforms for finding freelance work in 2023.

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Introduction

Following the increasing popularity of remote work, more and more qualified professionals are turning to freelancing as a way to work on their own terms and earn a living — as the gig economy continues to grow, so does the number of freelance marketplaces and platforms. With so many options out there, finding the right place to get your work done can be a real challenge.

In this blog post, we will be discussing the top ten most popular freelance marketplaces and platforms of 2023, including a brief description of each platform and a link to access it.

LinkedIn

LinkedIn is one of the most popular professional networking sites that allows individuals to connect with potential clients, employers, and other professionals in their field. It is an excellent platform for freelancers to showcase their skills and work experience. The site also provides a job board and a feature called ProFinder, which connects freelancers with potential clients.

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Blackbear

Blackbear is a license-based outsourcing ecosystem that connects organizations to a global community of skilled professionals to get work done.

Blackbear's services include standalone assignments, as well as long-term projects or entire business processes. The team works closely with businesses to analyze their backlog and turn it into actionable assignments, then sources the skills for that project and facilitates the delivery from start to finish.

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Superside

Superside is a platform that provides on-demand design services to businesses by connecting them to creative talent. Their offer includes a wide variety of design fields, including graphic design, website design, marketing materials and more. Superside's platform also includes a project management tool that allows for seamless communication between clients and freelancers.

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Upwork

Upwork is a popular platform that connects businesses with freelancers in a wide range of fields, including web development, design, writing, and more. Their platform provides access to a variety of tools that facilitate project management for clients, including hour tracking and invoicing.

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Fiverr

Fiverr is a platform that offers a wide range of freelance services at an extremely affordable price point — starting at just $5. Services range across categories such as graphic design, writing, programming and many more. Fiverr also offers a project management tool to ensure smooth communication between clients and freelancers.

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TopTal

Similar to Upwork, TopTal is a platform that connects businesses with freelance talent in fields such as development, design, and finance. Businesses can browse through a catalogue of freelancers with relevant expertise and select who they want to work with.

Malt

Malt is a platform that connects businesses with freelance talent in digital marketing, development, and design. Malt also offers a project management platform to enable companies to keep track of their assignments and career development opportunities for freelancers.

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Dribbble

Dribbble is a platform that connects businesses with freelance designers. Dribbble's platform allows designers to showcase their work and provides businesses with a variety of design services, including branding, graphic design, and web design.

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Clarity

Clarity is a platform that connects growing businesses with consultants in various fields, including marketing, sales and business strategy — clarity experts provide both high-level strategic advice, as well as operational guidance. Similar to the other platforms, their offer includes a project management tool to efficiently track ongoing assignments.

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Behance

Behance is a platform that allows designers to showcase their portfolios and connect with potential clients — it's one of the most popular places where companies source specialized designers and design services, ranging from video editing, photography, animation and more.

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