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I’m currently freelancing on Upwork as a Full-Stack Developer, and I’m looking to scale by offering my services on Fiverr as well.

The problem I’m facing is pricing.

For the niche/service I’m trying to list, Fiverr seems to require the Starter/Basic package to begin at around $70, and it doesn’t allow me to set a lower price.

This is confusing because I see freelancers, especially from Pakistan and India, offering similar development services for around $20–$30.

As a new Fiverr seller with no reviews yet, I feel like starting at $70 could make it much harder to get my first few clients.

So I’m wondering:

Am I choosing the wrong Fiverr category/niche?

Is there another appropriate category that allows a lower starting price?

Should I keep the $70 Basic package and offer a very small, clearly defined service for that price?

How are other new web/full-stack developers handling this?

I’m not trying to underprice development work permanently. I mainly want a competitive way to get my first few Fiverr orders and reviews while building my profile.

Would appreciate advice from people who have experience selling web development services on Fiverr.

I’m currently freelancing on Upwork as a Full-Stack Developer, and I’m looking to scale by offering my services on Fiverr as well.

The problem I’m facing is pricing.

For the niche/service I’m trying to list, Fiverr seems to require the Starter/Basic package to begin at around $70, and it doesn’t allow me to set a lower price.

This is confusing because I see freelancers, especially from Pakistan and India, offering similar development services for around $20–$30.

As a new Fiverr seller with no reviews yet, I feel like starting at $70 could make it much harder to get my first few clients.

So I’m wondering:

Am I choosing the wrong Fiverr category/niche?

Is there another appropriate category that allows a lower starting price?

Should I keep the $70 Basic package and offer a very small, clearly defined service for that price?

How are other new web/full-stack developers handling this?

I’m not trying to underprice development work permanently. I mainly want a competitive way to get my first few Fiverr orders and reviews while building my profile.

Would appreciate advice from people who have experience selling web development services on Fiverr.

Hey,

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Quick gut-check for fellow creators (and YouTube, if you're reading): does ticking "Yes" on the AI-disclosure box tank your reach even when AI barely touched your video?

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I run a horror narration channel. Solid, consistent numbers 1K views on Shorts, 500+ on long-form, every upload. Then YouTube's new AI-content policy rolled out. I said "Yes" because I'd used AI for one title, nothing else no AI visuals, no AI voice, no AI video.

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Since then? Practically zero views.

Same content style, same posting schedule, same effort. The only variable that changed is that one checkbox. So now I'm stuck wondering: is this an algorithm penalty for the AI label, a coincidence, or am I just missing something about how YouTube ranks disclosed content now?

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Has anyone else seen this drop after disclosing AI use for something this minor? Trying to figure out if horror content + AI labels is a dead combo, or if I'm misreading the algorithm entirely.

Hello,

As you are aware, maintaining availability and selecting boosting options on Upwork requires the use of Connects. I have invested 100 Connects but have not yet received any invites. As a new Full Stack Developer, I find myself confused about how to secure my first job invitation. I have observed that some individuals, who are constantly online on Upwork, are receiving 1,000 job invites without even applying, whereas I am putting forth my best efforts but often face challenges. I frequently update my profile, as many freelancers on YouTube suggest, yet this has not yielded the desired results. Furthermore, I am having difficulty understanding the boosting strategy on Upwork, particularly because it requires bidding, with around 45 Connects needed to rank up. Despite my efforts, none of these strategies seem to be effective.

Hello,

As you are aware, maintaining availability and selecting boosting options on Upwork requires the use of Connects. I have invested 100 Connects but have not yet received any invites. As a new Full Stack Developer, I find myself confused about how to secure my first job invitation. I have observed that some individuals, who are constantly online on Upwork, are receiving 1,000 job invites without even applying, whereas I am putting forth my best efforts but often face challenges. I frequently update my profile, as many freelancers on YouTube suggest, yet this has not yielded the desired results. Furthermore, I am having difficulty understanding the boosting strategy on Upwork, particularly because it requires bidding, with around 45 Connects needed to rank up. Despite my efforts, none of these strategies seem to be effective.

Hi there,

I am currently managing four Instagram accounts, each dedicated to a specific niche, and I am striving to optimize their performance. Recently, I uploaded a reel that performed well on YouTube; however, it did not achieve the same success on Instagram. This discrepancy is not my primary concern. A random individual reposted my reel, with my permission, and astonishingly received 1 million views within a single day. I am utilizing Grok for trending titles, yet there is no title like "Japan is Making Electricity with Footsteps." I experimented with this concept as well, but without success. Upon reviewing my Instagram account status, I found it to be in good standing, yet I am only receiving 1,000 views, which is quite disappointing. In contrast, the content is performing well on YouTube and TikTok.

Greetings,

I have recently established a YouTube channel dedicated to the horror genre. I am making every effort to present truly compelling stories in 4k resolution. The typical focus of my channel's videos involves narrating these stories, while also incorporating interactive elements, such as allowing viewers to submit their own stories for narration. Despite my best efforts, I am currently not achieving the desired outcomes. The name of my channel is 'Crimson Archive'.'

Hello,

After applying for a job on Upwork and not securing any clients, I have decided to commence my journey on Freelancer.com. By "0 client," I mean that I have not been successful in obtaining clients. A common mistake highlighted by many freelancers is the use of AI for purposes that may lead clients to perceive me as lacking competence, potentially resulting in a waste of their time. Consequently, I am now considering establishing my presence on Freelancer.com, focusing on web development as my chosen skill. However, the significant competition in this field is somewhat daunting, making the prospect of securing my first client seem like a distant dream rather than a realistic goal.