I've been a seller on Fiverr for over 12 years, and unfortunately, the platform has significantly declined—especially since the introduction of their AI-driven features and the new review system. Fiverr has always leaned heavily in favor of buyers, often at the expense of the very freelancers who power the platform. Support responses feel generic and scripted, and it's clear that seller concerns are rarely given real attention.
The updated review system fails to recognize hard work, long-term loyalty, or seniority, making it increasingly difficult for experienced sellers to thrive. On top of that, the growing reliance on AI is changing the platform in a way that feels impersonal and disconnected from the original spirit of freelance collaboration.
Fiverr is no longer the supportive environment it once was, and for many seasoned professionals, building your own client base outside the platform may now be the better option. Sadly, it just isn’t worth it anymore.