solomama Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 I ordered a gig for $5. I saw a fairly long list of extras available on the gig, but I only wanted the $5 gig. I received the request for additional information to get started, which asked what my budget was. I responded by saying I would like the $5 gig please. I received a lengthy response again asking what my budget was and quoting various prices, with the lowest being $250 all the way up to $2600.Now, I understand certain projects require more time and such, and I’m not expecting more than was originally offered for the $5, I’m realistic in that aspect, not expecting to get more than what you pay for. But is it unreasonable for me to be a tad appalled at the price offered?I replied again that I only had a budget of $5. In my opinion, on fiverr, you should get something for $5, and not be told that the minimum price is $250. Again, I understand that upgrades are available and I’m not asking for more than what was offered in the original listing. Am I able to cancel my order?I’ve ordered several similar gigs in the past and this has never happened to me before. They all offered upgrades, but I was still able to get the basic minimum in the listing for the $5 as advertised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david388 Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Cancel the gig and report the Seller. Forcing Buyers to pay more than the basic $5 is against our Terms of Services here.Let us know what happens! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solomama Posted September 2, 2015 Author Share Posted September 2, 2015 Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonbaas Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 I’m with @david388, cancel and report. Seller offers to upgrade a purchase are certainly valid, but this example is ridiculous. EVERY gig must offer something for $5 (or whatever the LISTED starting price may be in the new pricing structure Fiverr is currently testing in some gig categories). If you choose to purchase that $5 service, you should receive that exact $5 service.Any seller that demands a higher unlisted price to start – instead of that basic $5/listed price – is breaking the rules of Fiverr. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makeitmarket Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Thanks for asking that question. I just had the same thing happen - not that extreme - but I was a little miffed. The seller sent a sample of their work and I told them what I wanted. The reply was - “It’s good work, so accept the $15 offer.” Um, I bought the $5 design! I’m happy to tip for a great design… but I don’t think they can make you pay more for what you already paid for. Very frustrated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorponok Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 This has happened to me also, except that I didn’t buy anything. I asked the seller a question via Inbox and at first they confirmed that an item would be $5 + $5 for extras. As soon as I sent more information, they raised their price to $25. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatartsyperson Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 What is it that you are looking for ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
designer_pro92 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 hi, hello[content fragglesrocked.] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Reply to @designer_pro92: You need to cut out the spam. You’ve sent me 2-3 PM’s with spam and now I see you spamming on the forum again. Please stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manikmunna Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Cancel the order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irender4u Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Reply to @scorponok:That’s outrageous! Good for you to take advantage of the inbox to get details before purchasing.But, playing devil’s advocate, if you wanted something that was above the $5 price tag, it is not unreasonable for a seller to want to make the gig worth the time.That’s way I love to have communication with my potential buyers upfront to know what they want/expect so everyone is on the “happy” page. 🙂Nin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egnesselinks Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 If I were you, I would have canceled the order and if the buyer rejected the cancellation then I would have sent the buyer a cancellation request along with a threat to report him/her and if he/she still doesn’t accept the cancellation then reporting him/her is the only option that you do have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sameerthewriter Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Could you please tell what the gig is about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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