Simple, transparent pricing
No monthly subscriptions. No hidden costs.
You only pay when milestones are approved and work gets done.
Payment processing fees (Stripe) are absorbed by MonkeysWorks — you only pay the 5% platform fee.
- Free to create an account
- Free to post unlimited jobs
- AI Scope Assistant
- AI-Powered Matching
- Messaging & collaboration
- Milestone escrow protection
Payouts: Bank (free) · PayPal (1%). Availability depends on country and compliance.
- Free to create a profile
- Browse all jobs
- Submit proposals
- 10 free proposals/month, then $0.50 each
- Optional verification badge
- Invoicing and payout tools
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MonkeysWorks for Teams includes volume pricing, centralized billing, role-based permissions, compliance workflows, and dedicated account support.
Learn about EnterpriseFrequently asked questions
You're charged only when a milestone is approved and payment is released.
No. Core marketplace usage is free. Fees apply only when paid work happens (and for extra proposals beyond free monthly limits).
Enterprise clients and high-volume teams can request custom pricing.
Clients can pay by card (and eligible bank methods). Freelancers can receive payouts via supported bank rails and PayPal.
If a dispute is resolved in your favor, eligible escrowed funds are returned according to the dispute outcome and policy terms.
Why milestone-first pricing?
Lower risk for clients
Pay as work is approved
Faster trust for freelancers
Pre-funded milestones
Fewer disputes
Clear acceptance criteria
Better project outcomes
Structured delivery