Freelance Escrow

Milestone Payments for Freelance Projects

Hiring a freelancer you've never worked with? SecureSwap holds the full project amount in escrow and releases funds milestone by milestone as deliverables are approved.

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The Problem

Freelancers Ghost After Payment

You paid upfront, they disappeared. No recourse.

Clients Don’t Pay After Delivery

You delivered the work, they vanished. No protection.

No Structured Process

DMs, screenshots, and PayPal disputes are not a payment system.

How It Works

1

Client creates deal

The client defines the project scope, milestones, and total budget.

2

Freelancer accepts

The freelancer reviews the terms, milestones, and pricing, then accepts the deal.

3

Client funds escrow

The full project amount is locked in escrow before any work begins.

4

Freelancer delivers

The freelancer submits work for each milestone as deliverables are ready.

5

Client approves

The client reviews and approves each milestone, releasing funds progressively.

Key Features

Full project amount locked upfront
Milestone-by-milestone fund release
Submission review with approval or rejection
Built-in chat for project communication
Freelance deals up to ₹15,000
Structured dispute resolution
Full audit trail

Who It's For

Freelance designers, developers, writers, consultants — and the clients who hire them from social media, forums, or referrals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the freelancer doesn’t deliver?
If the freelancer fails to submit deliverables within the agreed timeline, the client can raise a dispute. Our resolution team reviews the case and can issue a full or partial refund from escrow depending on the situation.
Can I add more milestones after the deal starts?
Currently, milestones must be defined before the deal is funded. Both parties agree on the milestone breakdown upfront. Support for adding milestones to active deals is on our roadmap.
What if I’m not satisfied with a deliverable?
When a freelancer submits a milestone deliverable, the client can either approve it (releasing that milestone’s funds) or reject it with feedback. If disagreements persist, either party can open a dispute for mediated resolution.
How much does freelance escrow cost?
SecureSwap charges a 4% platform fee split equally between client and freelancer (2% each). There are no hidden charges. Freelance deals are supported up to ₹15,000.

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