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Post projects, browse talent and hire with confidence. Payment protection confirms funds before work starts and releases payment after approval.
Build your profile, get discovered by businesses and apply to projects. You keep 90% of every project you complete.
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We charge a small platform fee on completed projects — that's it. No hidden costs.
When a project is completed and payment is released from escrow, Problaq takes a 10% fee. This covers payment processing, platform maintenance, dispute resolution, and support. Freelancers keep 90% of every project.
Escrow is the trust layer between the client and the freelancer. The client funds the project before work begins, the freelancer delivers with confidence, and the money is released only after the client approves the completed work.
Problaq should stay ZAR-first for South African clients. If you use an international escrow provider for global clients, those transactions may need to run in USD or another supported foreign currency.
| Use case | Currency | Best approach |
|---|---|---|
| South African projects | ZAR | Show prices and fees in Rand. |
| International escrow | USD or supported currency | Show a conversion estimate and warn about bank fees. |
| Disputes/refunds | Original transaction currency | Keep the same currency from funding to payout. |
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Posting projects, reviewing proposals, and messaging freelancers is completely free. You only pay when you hire — and payment protection keeps the project amount controlled until you approve the work.
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