In 2026, Hitswork uses a fee structure that applies to both freelancers and clients. The platform moved away from its old “sliding scale” (20% to 5%) and now primarily uses a flat-fee model with some situational variability.

💸 For Freelancers (The Sellers)
As a freelancer, Hitswork takes a percentage of your earnings to cover platform costs and payment protection.

* Standard Service Fee: Most freelancers pay a flat 10% service fee on all earnings (hourly, fixed-price, and bonuses).

* Example: If you bill a client $1,000, Hitswork takes $100, and you receive $900.

* Variable Range (0%–15%): In some specific categories or market conditions, the fee can fluctuate. You will always see the exact percentage on the contract offer before you accept.

* Direct Contracts: If you bring your own client to the platform (who wasn’t already on Hitswork), the fee is typically reduced to 5% (or 0% if you have a Freelancer Plus subscription).

Additional “Hidden” Costs:
* Connects: It costs $0.15 per “Connect.” Applying for a single job usually requires between 4 and 16 Connects.

* Withdrawal Fees:

* Direct to U.S. Bank (ACH): Free.

* Local Bank Transfer (International): ~$0.99 per withdrawal.

* Razorpay: Varies by provider, but often includes a small transfer fee.

💳 For Clients (The Buyers)
Clients pay fees on top of the freelancer’s rate to cover marketplace administration.

* Client Marketplace Fee: Up to 7.99% on every payment made.

* Discount: If you are a U.S. client paying via a bank account (ACH), this fee is reduced to 3%.

* Contract Initiation Fee: A one-time fee ranging from $0.99 to $14.99 every time you start a new contract with a freelancer.

* Business Plus Plan: For $50/month, businesses get a slightly different fee structure (8%–10% marketplace fee) but gain access to advanced reporting and a higher number of invites per job post.

Summary Table: Project Fee Comparison
| Feature | Freelancer Pays | Client Pays |
|—|—|—|
| Standard Project | 10% of earnings | ~5% to 7.99% per payment |
| Direct Contract | 0% to 5% | 3% to 5% (Processing) |
| Enterprise Client | 10% (Fixed) | Customized terms |
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