How to hire safely and verify a freelancer

Hirencer does not verify the identity, skills or legal status of any freelancer, and the same applies to every other user. A few simple checks greatly reduce risk before you hire or pay.

Step-by-step

1. Review the profile and portfolio

   Read the freelancer profile, check their work samples and see whether the skills match your project.

2. Ask questions in messages

   Ask how they would approach the work and what similar projects they have done.

3. Check references independently

   Look up their website, social accounts and any reviews outside Hirencer. Ask for a reference you can contact.

4. Agree terms in writing

   Confirm scope, deliverables, price, deadlines, revisions, ownership of the work and what happens if either side cancels.

5. Start small

   Begin with a small paid task or an early milestone before a large commitment.

6. Pay safely

   Use a traceable method, and avoid paying everything upfront. Never pay anyone who asks for payment through unusual channels.

Tips and good to know

• Follow your local employment, contractor, tax and data rules, including any right-to-work checks.
• Report suspicious profiles to support.

Frequently asked questions