The Top Rated badge lets buyers know which freelancers have been recognized for the highest level of quality and service.
While achieving Top Rated status has been a popular goal, the process to reach Fiverr’s top level hasn’t always been clear. Our new level system was designed to offer more transparency, actionable insights, and a clear view of your progress.
Learn more about the benefits of Fiverr's new level system.
How to achieve Top Rated status
All Top Rated freelancers are individually reviewed and approved by Fiverr’s evaluation team.
To qualify for this review, you must first meet the following criteria.
Tip: Monitor your progress on your level overview page.
| Criteria to qualify for Top Rated review | |
| Level | 2 |
| Success score | 9 |
| Rating | 4.7 |
| Response rate | 90% |
| Orders | 40 |
| Unique clients | 20 |
| Earnings | $10,000 |
Note: Some categories require additional prerequisites or mandatory skill tests before freelancers can progress to a review.
Next, the evaluation team will review your eligibility for Top Rated status.
We are currently focusing on high-demand categories in need of more Top Rated freelancers. Jump to our list of categories and estimated frames for a decision.
After your review, you will receive an email with the team’s decision.
If you are approved, you will see your new Top Rated status on your dashboard
and your level overview page.
If you're not approved, you’ll receive an email with more information, including the primary reason for the team’s decision. You'll stay at Level 2, and if your metrics still qualify in 6 months, you'll be eligible for another review.
How the Top Rated review is structured
In considering your eligibility for Top Rated, the evaluation team performs a holistic review, examining the following 4 pillars. Learn more about what makes a Top Rated freelancer.
Fiverr’s 4 evaluation pillars:
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Professional Skills
Your proficiency and the quality of deliveries in relation to the scope of services provided.
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Communication and Service
Your overall responsiveness and your ability to set clear expectations and provide a smooth and seamless client experience.
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Professional Presence
The structure of your Gigs and profile, as well as the use of features like an intro video to connect with prospective clients and a portfolio to showcase skills and experience.
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Compliance with Fiverr's Policies
Verification that your account activity complies with our Terms of Service and Community Standards.
We also recommend following our Dos and Don'ts:
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Don'ts |
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1. Do present yourself professionally Build an attractive and trustworthy presence on Fiverr with exceptional Gig pages and freelancer profile. |
1. Don’t misrepresent yourself or your business Clearly represent your qualifications, services, and identity—and refrain from unauthorized use of content or deceptive pricing in all aspects of your Gig offerings. |
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2. Do deliver exceptional value Ensure that every service you offer provides outstanding value in terms of price, timeliness, and expertise, and demonstrates flexibility to customize your work according to the buyer's specific needs. |
2. Don’t duplicate any active Gigs or services Ensure your Gigs offer different services and are not synonymous with each other. For example: Don’t: “I will build your Wix website” and “I will create your website using Wix” Do” “I will build your Wix website” and “I will build your Wordpress website” |
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3. Do make sure to meet client expectations by providing services that match your Gig’s description and requirements Learn more with Service & Success: Customer Satisfaction |
3. Don’t violate our Terms of Service or Community Standards |
Maintaining Top Rated status
Similar to freelancers at other levels, Top Rated freelancers must maintain the required metrics to keep their status. If any metrics fall below the minimum requirements, you will enter a 30-day grace period. If you are able to improve your metrics during that time, you’ll keep your Top Rated status. However, if you’re not able to improve, your Top Rated status prevents you from being automatically moved to a lower level. Instead, the evaluation team will review your account and determine whether or not you can remain Top Rated.
If the team decides that you should move to a lower level, there is always a path back to the top! If your metrics still qualify after the 6-month waiting period between reviews, you will be evaluated again to reclaim your Top Rated badge.
Expected time frame for the review process
Our meticulous review process ensures that each qualified freelancer receives the attention they deserve. We are committed to giving equal attention to each review and ensuring that the Top Rated badge is awarded to those freelancers with the highest level of quality and service.
The evaluation team is currently focusing on high-demand categories in need of more Top Rated freelancers—where those freelancers can benefit from more business.
These categories are listed below, along with estimated time frames for decisions and any additional requirements. This list will be actively updated.
If your Gigs are not in one of the categories listed below, we are unable to estimate a time frame for your review. However, if your skillset is relevant to one of the categories, this is a great opportunity to open a Gig that offers those skills and be eligible for a prioritized review.
Please note: Simply adding a Gig to a listed category will not give you access to a prioritized review. You must have at least 20 completed orders of approved Gigs in one of the listed categories to be eligible.
Current high-demand categories
*These are estimates and could change depending on the number of freelancers in the queue.
Note: Some categories require additional prerequisites or mandatory skill tests before freelancers can progress to a review.
Note: Some categories require additional prerequisites or mandatory skill tests before freelancers can progress to a review.
Estimated time frame for decision by evaluation team*
Seller Plus Premium members will have priority in the evaluation queue.
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Mobile App Development 90 days Game Development 60 days AI Development 60 days DevOps & Cloud 60 days -
Data Engineering 45 days Data Analytics 60 days Data Science & ML 60 days Data Visualization 60 days -
Character Modeling 45 days Website Design 45 days Presentation Design 45 days Fashion Design 45 days UX Design 45 days AI Artists 45 days Landscape Design 45 days Children’s Book Illustration 45 days Brand Style Guides 45 days App Design 45 days Graphics for Streamers 45 days Packaging & Label Design 45 days Brochure Design 45 days Poster Design 45 days Email Design 45 days Web Banners 45 days Landing Page Design 45 days Book Design 60 days -
Financial Consulting 45 days Legal Consulting 45 days AI Consulting 45 days Business Plans 45 days Presentations 60 days -
Technical Writing 45 days Grant Writing 45 days eLearning Content Development 45 days LinkedIn Profiles 45 days Resume Writing 60 days Book Editing 60 days Business Names & Slogans 60 days Speechwriting 60 days -
E-Commerce Marketing 45 days Search Engine Marketing (SEM) 45 days Email Marketing 45 days Web Analytics 45 days Search Engine Optimization (SEO) 90 days -
Life Coaching 60 days Fitness 60 days -
Podcast Production 45 days Audio Editing 45 days Sound Design 45 days Music Producers 45 days Session Musicians 45 days Composers 45 days Songwriters 45 days Jingles & Intros 45 days Online Music Lessons 45 days Audiobook Production 45 days Music Transcription 45 days DJ Mixing 45 days Meditation Music 45 days DJ Drops & Tags 45 days Vocal Tuning 45 days Music & Audio Advice 45 days Voice Synthesis & AI 45 days Custom Songs 45 days Audio Ads Production 45 days Custom Patches & Samples 45 days Audio Logo & Sonic Branding 45 days Singers & Vocalists 60 days Mixing & Mastering 60 days -
3D Product Animation 45 days UGC Videos 60 days Animated Explainers 60 days Social Media Videos 60 days -
Product Photographers 60 days Lifestyle & Fashion Photographers 60 days Food Photographers 60 days Scenic Photographers 60 days Photo Preset Creation 60 days -
Financial Planning & Analysis 90 days Corporate Finance 90 days Fundraising 90 days Accounting 90 days Tax Consulting 90 days