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  1. When the mouse is away, the cat will play. There's an old saying that reflects what you're experiencing quite well. When the person in charge isn't around, those beneath them will take advantage of the situation. In your case, it sounds like the Fiverr seller you were working with saw an opportunity to reach out to your clients directly and try to get more work from them. Above theratypist has been helpful in sharing you how this violates Fiverr's terms of service. If a Fiverr seller contacts your clients directly, they are in violation of our terms and could be subject to consequences. I suggest you reach out to Fiverr support and let them know what's going on. They'll be able to look into the matter and take appropriate action. In the meantime, for the future if you plan on outsourcing work on Fiverr, I recommend being more hands on. It's always best to manage projects yourself and only give the seller specific instructions on what needs to be done. This way there's no room for misunderstanding or miscommunication. I wouldn't want to delegate a heap of projects to one seller alone - especially if there's no trust built over time. It's always best to play it safe. I would suggest you learn from your experience with the intention of understanding how to manage people and projects better in the future. There are a lot of good people on Fiverr - but there are also some bad apples. It's important to know how to spot them and avoid them. Thanks for bringing this up, it's an important topic!
  2. Rules are rules, and if you violate them, you will be punished. That's all there is to it. There is no grand conspiracy. There could be many reasons why your account was blocked. It could be because you were using unapproved methods to promote your gig, or because you were sending too many of the same messages to buyers. whatever the reason, chances are you broke one of Fiverr's rules. The bottom line is, if you want to avoid being blocked, make sure you follow all of the rules. Read the Terms of Service and the Community Guidelines carefully, and make sure you understand them before you start using Fiverr. If you have any questions, ask customer support. Whenever I had a gig removed, it was because I broke a rule. I didn't try to game the system or anything like that. I simply made a mistake and paid the price. So if you're account has been blocked or a feature, don't try to argue with customer support or appeal the decision. Try to understand whatever this 'blockage' is and see if for the future you can avoid it.
  3. If there was a secret to getting your first order on Fiverr, everyone would be doing it. The best way to get started is by creating a gig that you think people will want and need, and then promoting it to the right audience. There are a few things you can do to make sure your gig stands out from the rest and that people are more likely to find it when they’re searching for what you have to offer. 1. Use high-quality images and videos Make sure the images and videos you use in your gig are high quality and professional. This will help you stand out from the crowd and show potential buyers that you’re serious about your work. 2. Use keyword-rich titles and descriptions Include relevant keywords in your gig title and description so that people can easily find your gig when they’re searching for what you have to offer. 3. Offer a unique service Think about what makes your service unique and highlight that in your gig description. If you offer something that no one else does, you’re more likely to get noticed and get buyers interested in what you have to offer. 4. Promote your gig Once you’ve created your gig, it’s important to promote it to the right audience. Share it on social media, email your list, and tell your friends and family about it. The more people you can get to see your gig, the more likely you are to get those first few orders. 5. Be patient It takes time to build up a clientele on Fiverr. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t get an order right away. Keep creating quality gigs and promoting them, and eventually, you’ll start to see the orders come in. These are just a few tips to help you get started on Fiverr. If you put in the work, you’ll be sure to get those first few orders and start building up your clientele in no time.
  4. The river does not flow to the sea in a straight line, but meanders back and forth. So too does the path to success. There are no shortcuts; you must put in the hard work and be patient. Make a list of what value you can bring to buyers and what you are good at. Find ways to improve your gig and make it more attractive to buyers. Optimize your gigs for the Fiverr search engine. Stay active on the platform and keep networking outside of the platform too. The right opportunity will come eventually. Marketing and gig optimization are constant works in progress. The more you do, the greater your chances of success. Best of luck!
  5. When a room becomes cluttered, it's easier to clean up by seperating the items into different piles. The same is true for your gigs. Seperate them into specific categories and you'll be more likely to attract the buyers you want. I think in terms of category, you may be fine, but your service type could be more accurate. "3D modeling and rendering" is a pretty broad term that could encompass anything from simple 3D models to full product renderings. If you're only getting requests for CAD modelers, it's likely because your gig title and/or description aren't accurately reflecting what you do. You should seperate your gig into multiple services, each with it's own specific title and description. That way, buyers can more easily find the services they're looking for. For example, you could have one gig titled "3D Modeling" with a description that outlines the types of modeling you do, another gig titled "3D Rendering" with a description that outlines the types of rendering you do, etc. It isn't necessary to have a gig for every single service you offer, but the more specific and accurate your gig titles and descriptions are, the easier it will be for buyers to find you.
  6. There could be a direct relationship between the buyer's behavior and your impressions dropping, but it's difficult to say for certain, in fact, I would highly doubt it. It's always frustrating when buyers don't seem to appreciate the work that goes into creating a quality product, and it sounds like this buyer was especially demanding. There's no easy answer when it comes to dealing with buyers like this, but the best thing you can do is to remain professional and polite. It's important to remember that even if one buyer is behaving badly, there are many others who will appreciate your work. Try not to let the bad experiences sour your view of selling on Fiverr altogether. Personally when I work with buyers, I always make sure to set clear expectations from the start. I let them know what my turnaround time is, what kind of revision policy I have, and what kind of work they can expect from me. This helps to avoid misunderstandings later on and hopefully will lead to happier clients overall. If the buyer took advantage of your good nature and resulted in blocking you without even having a window open to discuss terms, it probably wasn't meant to be. Sometimes it's just not worth the headache to try and work with someone who is demanding and unappreciative. I hope this helps, and best of luck in future dealings with buyers!
  7. Would it be fair to the community if buyers could edit their reviews? Reviews are an important part of the Fiverr experience, helping shoppers to make informed purchasing decisions. But what happens when a shopper wants to change a review they’ve left? It’s not currently possible for buyers to edit their reviews. Once a review is left, I believe it’s final. I would think there are a few reasons for this. Allowing buyers to edit their reviews could be abused. A buyer could leave a positive review, and then later change it to a negative one in order to blackmail the seller into giving them a refund. Allowing edits would create extra work for sellers who would then have to keep track of all the different versions of a review. It would also be confusing for other shoppers who are trying to read reviews and get an accurate idea of what others think about a particular gig. I believe that reviews should be an honest reflection of a buyer’s experience. Transparency is important to inform other shoppers, and if reviews can be edited, that transparency is lost. But this could lead to an interesting discussion. I'd be curious to see what others in the community think about this issue.
  8. When a tree is first planted, it doesn't produce fruit immediately. It takes time for the roots to grow and establish themselves before the tree can bear fruit. Similarly, when you first start freelancing on Fiverr, it takes time to build up your reputation and attract buyers. Patience is key when you're starting out on Fiverr. Keep sending buyer requests, keep active online, and eventually, you will start to see the fruits of your labor. It's also important to remember that not every buyer request will result in a gig. Don't get discouraged if you don't land every gig you apply for. Just keep putting yourself out there and eventually, you'll find the right buyer for your talents.
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