Fiverr Fee Calculator
Quick answer
Fiverr takes a flat 20% of everything you earn, with no volume discounts, no seller-level reductions, and it applies to gig extras and tips too. A $100 order leaves you $80, before withdrawal costs of $0 (PayPal), $1 (bank transfer) or $3 (Revenue Card).
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The 20% applies to tips as well
This catches people out. If a happy client tips you $50, Fiverr keeps $10 of it and you receive $40. There is no separate tipping mechanism that avoids commission, so the effective rate on a generous client is identical to the base rate.
Currency conversion is the hidden layer
Withdrawing in a currency other than USD adds roughly 2-3% on top of everything else, and PayPal applies its own conversion spread of 2-4% if you route through it. For non-US sellers the real take can land several points above the advertised 20%.
How Fiverr bills these fees
- Fiverr takes a flat 20% of all earnings. There are no volume discounts and no seller-level reductions.
- The 20% also applies to tips and gig extras. A $50 tip nets you $40.
- Withdrawal costs vary by method, and non-USD withdrawals carry a further 2-3% currency conversion charge.
Rates change. Confirm againstFiverr's official fee schedule before pricing.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fiverr take from sellers?
A flat 20% of all earnings. Unlike most platforms there are no tiers or volume discounts. A first-time seller and a Top Rated seller pay the identical rate.
Does Fiverr take 20% of tips?
Yes. Commission applies to tips and gig extras as well as the base gig price, so a $50 tip nets you $40.
What are Fiverr's withdrawal fees?
PayPal withdrawals carry no Fiverr fee (though PayPal's own conversion charges of 2-4% may apply), bank transfers cost $1, and the Fiverr Revenue Card costs $3 per withdrawal.
Why does Fiverr take so much compared to Upwork?
Fiverr's model puts the platform in charge of discovery and buyer trust rather than you pitching directly, and the 20% pays for that. Whether it is worth it depends on how much of your work arrives without you having to bid for it.