Freelance Platform Fee Calculator

Platform fees vs payment processing fees

Platform fees and payment processing fees are separate inputs because they often come from different systems. This calculator stays platform-neutral and does not hardcode any provider's fee schedule.

Fixed + percentage fees

Percentage fees scale with project amount, while fixed fees do not. Small projects can be affected more heavily by fixed fees because the fixed amount is a larger share of the total.

When fees need to be built into a quote before the client sees the price, pair this with the Freelance Project Price Calculator.

Why fees affect project pricing

Fees reduce the amount you keep from the gross charge. For complete delivery profitability, combine fee planning with the Project Profitability Calculator.

How reverse fee calculations work

In target mode, the calculator solves for the gross amount required to leave the target net after percentage fees, fixed fee and reserve. It uses algebra rather than trial-and-error approximation.

To compare the final fee-adjusted payout with margin or markup assumptions, use the Freelance Profit Margin Calculator.

Example

On a $2,500 project with 10% platform fee, 3% processing fee and 15% reserve, total fees are $325 and the net after reserve is $1,848.75.

FAQ

Why not include named platform presets?

Provider fees change and vary by account, region and transaction type. Platform-neutral inputs are easier to keep accurate.

Does target net include reserve?

Yes. In target mode, target net is the amount left after percentage fees, fixed fee and reserve.

How does this relate to margin?

Use the Freelance Profit Margin Calculator when you want to understand margin and markup after costs.