Fiverr is an online marketplace for freelance services. The platform allows anyone to buy and sell services in over 500 categories. It was first launched on 1 February 2010, 11 years ago, and has since risen to be one of the leaders in freelance services, next to Upwork and Freelancer.com. As a freelancer, Fiverr is a great way to launch your career as a freelancer. You may be wondering why Fiverr is a great choice to start with. Here’s a teaser: Fiverr has an estimated 3.42 million buyers which provides you with a freelancer-ready market for your services. There is no need to chase after clients who do not need your services. On Fiverr, you are wanted. But to succeed, you need to understand how the platform works.