Included in this estimate
What the math covers
- Services marketplace
- Order and delivery workflow
- Buyer discovery
Freelance fee guide
Fiverr fee calculator: how much does Fiverr take?
Marketplace demand with a substantial seller commission. A simple estimate of Fiverr’s standard seller commission on completed orders.
Source checked Fiverr earnings guidance· Page updated October 14, 2026
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Sale breakdown
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Estimated fees
−$20.00You keep
$80.00Effective rate20.00%
Reference estimate based on 20%. Excludes taxes, refunds, optional services, currency conversion, and special pricing.
Watch the edges
What can change your result
- Buyer fees are separate
- Promoted services cost extra
- Withdrawal conversion may apply
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What common sale amounts leave.
One transaction using the editable baseline of 20%. Monthly charges are included when the baseline has one.
| Gross sale | Estimated fees | You keep | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5.00 | $1.00 | $4.00 | 20.00% |
| $10.00 | $2.00 | $8.00 | 20.00% |
| $50.00 | $10.00 | $40.00 | 20.00% |
| $100.00 | $20.00 | $80.00 | 20.00% |
| $500.00 | $100.00 | $400.00 | 20.00% |
Pricing explained
What the headline rate means.
Fiverr freelancers keep 80%
Fiverr’s official earnings guidance says freelancers receive 80% of the purchase amount for completed orders, including Gig Extras and tips. That is equivalent to a 20% seller commission.
What $5, $10, and $50 orders leave
At the standard 20% freelancer commission, a $5 order leaves $4, a $10 order leaves $8, and a $50 order leaves $40 before taxes, promoted-services spending, early-payout costs, or withdrawal effects.
What a $100 order leaves
A completed $100 order produces a $20 Fiverr commission and $80 in freelancer earnings before taxes, promoted-services spending, early-payout fees, or withdrawal costs.
Earnings are not immediately withdrawable
Standard freelancer earnings generally enter a 14-day clearing period after completion. Some eligible programs have shorter periods, and each withdrawal method can have its own fee and minimum.
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Reference rate
20%Fees change by country, plan, payment method, and account history. ClearFeeMath estimates are planning tools, not invoices.Common questions
How much does Fiverr take?
Our baseline model uses 20%. Actual fees can vary by country, plan, product category, payment method, and account terms.
What is included in this Fiverr estimate?
Services marketplace, Order and delivery workflow, Buyer discovery. Costs listed under “Watch the edges” are not included unless the calculator states otherwise.
How much does Fiverr take from a $5 order?
At the standard 20% freelancer commission, Fiverr takes $1 from a $5 completed order and the freelancer earns $4 before taxes and separate expenses.
How much does Fiverr take from a $50 order?
At the standard 20% freelancer commission, Fiverr takes $10 from a $50 completed order and the freelancer earns $40 before taxes and separate expenses.
How much does Fiverr take from a $100 order?
At the standard 20% freelancer commission, Fiverr takes $20 and the freelancer earns $80 before taxes and separate expenses.
Does Fiverr take 20% of tips and Gig Extras?
Fiverr says freelancers earn 80% of the completed purchase amount, including Gig Extras and tips, so the same 20% share applies in the standard case.
When can Fiverr earnings be withdrawn?
Standard earnings generally clear for 14 days after order completion. Eligible programs may receive faster clearance, and payout-method timing and fees are separate.
Is this the exact amount Fiverr will charge?
No. This is a planning estimate based on the linked public pricing source. Your account statement and current Fiverr terms take precedence.
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