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Posting a project on Hourspent Marketplace attracts vetted freelance talents ready to help you get work done. Follow these steps to post your project and attract the right talent.

Step 1: Log In to Your Hourspent Account

Visit Hourspent and log in with your credentials. If you do not have an account yet, sign up for a free account to get started.

Step 2: Go to Your Home

Once logged in, navigate to your Home.

Step 3: Add a Project

Within the Marketplace section:

• Click Add Project.

• Provide a clear and concise project title.

• Add a detailed project description, including scope, and timelines.

Step 4: Choose Who Can Apply

Decide who can submit a proposal: 

• Invite-only (If you want freelancers in your network or freelancers you already know to apply).

• Open to Marketplace (If you’re looking for vetted freelancers outside your network or vetted freelancers you probably do not know to apply).

To post it on the Marketplace:

• Make sure the visibility is set to Open to Marketplace.

• This allows vetted freelancers browsing the Marketplace to discover and apply for your project if it matches their skills and expertise

Step 5: Set Budget, Location and Race

You can choose to:

• Set an hourly rate (if hiring per hour).

• Set a fixed rate (if hiring on a fixed budget).

• Set the location and race you'd want to hire

• Set onsite, remote or both.

Step 6: Review and Publish

Before posting:

• Review all project details.

• Make sure your description, visibility, etc. are accurate.

Click Post to Marketplace to make your project live.

Step 7: Manage Proposals from your Workstream

Once approved:

• You will receive proposals from interested and vetted freelancers.

• Review their profiles, portfolios, and previous client feedback.

• Message applicants directly or invite them to a call via Hourspent Workstream.

Step 8: Hire and Start Work

To hire the best freelancer or team for the job.

• Click on the "Accept Proposal" on their proposal sent to you.

• Fund your Hourspent Escrow Wallet for secured payment.

• Begin work and track progress within the Workspace.

Need Help?
If you need assistance, chat with Hourspent live support.

Ready to post your project? Go to https://hourspent.com/new-project and get started today.