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FreeUp
Curated freelancer marketplace that pre-screens applicants before listing them.
FreeUp is a freelancer marketplace that screens applicants for skills, communication, and attitude before letting them join. Clients post a request, get matched with a freelancer within a day or so, and pay hourly rates plus FreeUp's fee. It is popular with e-commerce and agency owners.
Hire A Virtual Assistant
At A Glance
Headquarters
United States
Regions Served
Global
Pricing Model
Hourly rates set by freelancers plus a platform fee
Best For
Businesses that want vetted freelancers without doing their own screening
Specialties
E-commerce support, marketing, bookkeeping, customer service, development
What FreeUp Does
FreeUp sits between open marketplaces and agencies. You still choose and manage the freelancer, but the pool is pre-vetted.
Matching is fast and there are no long contracts, which suits project work and part-time roles.
How Pricing Works
FreeUp uses a hourly rates set by freelancers plus a platform fee model. Marketplaces let workers set their own rates and add a platform fee on top. You pay only for the hours or projects you use, but you also do the screening and management yourself.
Who It Is Best For
FreeUp is a strong fit for businesses that want vetted freelancers without doing their own screening. Its talent is based in Global, so check that the time zones line up with the hours you need covered.
Things To Check Before You Sign
Run a paid test task before committing to ongoing work.
Use the platform's contracts and payment protection rather than paying off-platform.
Check reviews, but weigh recent work more heavily than lifetime scores.
Profiles on this site are written from public information and are not endorsements. Confirm current pricing and terms on the company's website before you decide.
Roles They Commonly Fill
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Not Sure Which Model Fits?
Read how the five kinds of virtual assistant companies differ, then decide how much of the work you want to keep.
Before You Commit
Questions To Ask Any Virtual Assistant Company
Use these on the first call. Clear answers are a good sign. Vague ones tell you something too.
Who employs the assistant, and who pays them?
The answer decides your legal exposure, your costs, and who handles problems.
What exactly did you check before introducing this person?
Ask for the English test, the skills assessment, and the reference calls, not a summary.
What happens if it is not working after two weeks?
Replacement terms, refund windows, and notice periods should be in writing.
Which hours will they work, and in what time zone?
Overlap with your day matters more than the region name on the website.
How do you handle data security and access?
Passwords, customer data, and payment details need a process, not a promise.
What is the total monthly cost, including fees?
Placement fees, platform fees, and payroll charges add up. Get one number.
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