Platforms

Fiverr

The biggest marketplace for packaged freelance services. Buy or sell fixed-price gigs across writing, design, development, video and marketing, with the price and delivery time agreed up front rather than haggled over.

PeoplePerHour

One of the UK's best-established freelance marketplaces. Post a project and get proposals from thousands of vetted freelancers, or find freelance work yourself, with buyer protection and no upfront fees.

TestingTime

Get paid to take part in user research. UK studies we have seen pay £20-£30 for 30-45 minutes, but a screener decides who gets a slot, so treat it as occasional side income between contracts rather than a reliable earner.

Upwork

The world's largest freelance marketplace. Find long-term clients across almost every skill, or hire freelancers yourself, with contracts, time tracking and payment protection built in.