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      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_vgen_signup_artist_invite_code",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "[Unverified - being checked] VGen: Artist sign-up requires an invite code",
      "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] VGen says anyone can create an account to request and track commissions, but getting artist access requires an Artist Invite Code.",
      "body": "VGen says anyone can create an account to request and track commissions, but getting artist access requires an Artist Invite Code.\n\nWhat VGen actually says:\n\n“VGen is currently in Open Beta, and while anyone can create an account on VGen to request and track commissions, in order to keep our community safe from bots, AI, scammers, and other bad actors, you will need an Artist Invite Code to get artist access.”\n\nNote: Date shown on the page next to 'Updated'.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.vgen.co/hc/en-us/articles/20572952850967-How-do-I-get-a-code-to-become-an-Artist-on-VGen",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "VGen",
      "evidence_quote": "VGen is currently in Open Beta, and while anyone can create an account on VGen to request and track commissions, in order to keep our community safe from bots, AI, scammers, and other bad actors, you will need an Artist Invite Code to get artist access.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "VGen",
      "topic": "Artist sign-up requires an invite code",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Artist+ access; how to get a code is described at vgen.co/for-artists#get-started (not fetched).",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "vgen",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      },
      "verification": {
        "status": "unverified",
        "label": "Unverified - being checked",
        "reasons": [
          "legal_fetch_over_cap"
        ],
        "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_vgen_verified_eligibility",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "VGen: Verified Artist eligibility thresholds",
      "summary": "To apply for VGen verification an artist needs 10 followers, $100 USD in VGen commission earnings in the last 30 days, 3 commission reviews from different clients, a 4.6 or higher rating and an 80%+ on-time delivery rate; review can take up to 2-3 months and there are no fees for verification.",
      "body": "To apply for VGen verification an artist needs 10 followers, $100 USD in VGen commission earnings in the last 30 days, 3 commission reviews from different clients, a 4.6 or higher rating and an 80%+ on-time delivery rate; review can take up to 2-3 months and there are no fees for verification.\n\nWhat VGen actually says:\n\n“To be eligible to apply for verification, you must meet all of the following requirements: … 10 followers … $100 USD in commission earnings on VGen in the last 30 days … 3 commission reviews from different clients … 4.6 or higher artist rating … 80%+ on-time delivery rate … There are no fees associated with verification. … Verification applications can take up to 2-3 months to process.”\n\nNote: Confidence is medium because of the internal 'four' vs five-item mismatch. The page also lists reasons for decline: off-platform payment or tip-jar links, late commissions, and suspected AI, tracing or uncredited assets.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.vgen.co/hc/en-us/articles/36331022994967-How-do-I-become-a-Verified-Artist",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "VGen",
      "evidence_quote": "To be eligible to apply for verification, you must meet all of the following requirements: … 10 followers … $100 USD in commission earnings on VGen in the last 30 days … 3 commission reviews from different clients … 4.6 or higher artist rating … 80%+ on-time delivery rate … There are no fees associated with verification. … Verification applications can take up to 2-3 months to process.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "VGen",
      "topic": "Verified Artist eligibility thresholds",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Applications are reviewed manually. The page lists five requirements but one sentence says 'all four requirements'.",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "vgen",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup",
          "rules.enforcement"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_kofi_commissions_setup_terms",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "[Unverified - being checked] Ko-fi Commissions: Commission setup and seller terms",
      "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] On Ko-fi Commissions the creator sets the terms (max 10,000 characters), buyers must agree to those terms before submitting a request, and disputes or issues are handled between the creator and the buyer.",
      "body": "On Ko-fi Commissions the creator sets the terms (max 10,000 characters), buyers must agree to those terms before submitting a request, and disputes or issues are handled between the creator and the buyer.\n\nWhat Ko-fi actually says:\n\n“When someone requests a commission from you on Ko-fi, you’re the one setting the terms. You’re the seller, and your terms help set clear expectations for both you and your buyer. (max 10,000 characters) … Buyers will be asked to agree to your terms before they submit a commission request. … Any disputes or issues are handled between you and the buyer.”\n\nNote: The published_on date is the article's original date as shown on the page. The page also says listings allow up to 20 preview images and up to 12 add-ons.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.ko-fi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360016170433-What-are-Ko-fi-Commissions",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Ko-fi",
      "evidence_quote": "When someone requests a commission from you on Ko-fi, you’re the one setting the terms. You’re the seller, and your terms help set clear expectations for both you and your buyer. (max 10,000 characters) … Buyers will be asked to agree to your terms before they submit a commission request. … Any disputes or issues are handled between you and the buyer.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Ko-fi Commissions",
      "topic": "Commission setup and seller terms",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "kofi",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup",
          "safety.legal"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      },
      "verification": {
        "status": "unverified",
        "label": "Unverified - being checked",
        "reasons": [
          "legal_fetch_over_cap"
        ],
        "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_seller_onboarding_profile",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Freelancer onboarding and profile requirements",
      "summary": "Fiverr requires a completed freelancer profile to switch to the freelancer account, profile creation is only supported on desktop and mobile web (not the apps), CV/resume PDF uploads can be up to 10 megabytes, and the profile becomes visible to clients after the New freelancer onboarding tasks are completed.",
      "body": "Fiverr requires a completed freelancer profile to switch to the freelancer account, profile creation is only supported on desktop and mobile web (not the apps), CV/resume PDF uploads can be up to 10 megabytes, and the profile becomes visible to clients after the New freelancer onboarding tasks are completed.\n\nWhat Fiverr actually says:\n\n“Profile creation and editing are currently only supported on desktop platforms and web mobile devices. App (Android and iOS) do not support these functions. … PDF files uploaded can be up to 10 megabytes. … To make your profile visible to clients, just complete the New freelancer onboarding tasks on your dashboard. … You must complete your freelancer profile to be able to switch to your freelancer account.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360010558598-Creating-editing-your-freelancer-profile",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr",
      "evidence_quote": "Profile creation and editing are currently only supported on desktop platforms and web mobile devices. App (Android and iOS) do not support these functions. … PDF files uploaded can be up to 10 megabytes. … To make your profile visible to clients, just complete the New freelancer onboarding tasks on your dashboard. … You must complete your freelancer profile to be able to switch to your freelancer account.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Freelancer onboarding and profile requirements",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Changing account location requires proof of residency (utility bill, telephone bill, rental agreement), per the same pag",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_canva_creators_application_requirements",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Canva Creators: Who can apply and what to submit",
      "summary": "Canva Template Creator applicants must submit a public, no-login portfolio link with 5–10 design examples; as of 2025 Canva is not accepting new Element Creator applications; Education Specialty applicants must be verified teachers with a Canva for Education account.",
      "body": "Canva Template Creator applicants must submit a public, no-login portfolio link with 5–10 design examples; as of 2025 Canva is not accepting new Element Creator applications; Education Specialty applicants must be verified teachers with a Canva for Education account.\n\nWhat Canva actually says:\n\n“Application to the Creator program requires a strong design portfolio showcasing your design skills. … A complete, accessible portfolio: Share a public link that doesn’t require login, with 5–10 high-quality design examples that showcase your skills. … As of 2025, we’re not accepting new applications for Element Creators. … Education Specialty Creator applicants need to be a verified teacher with a Canva for Education account.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.canva.com/creators/",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Canva",
      "evidence_quote": "Application to the Creator program requires a strong design portfolio showcasing your design skills. … A complete, accessible portfolio: Share a public link that doesn’t require login, with 5–10 high-quality design examples that showcase your skills. … As of 2025, we’re not accepting new applications for Element Creators. … Education Specialty Creator applicants need to be a verified teacher with a Canva for Education account.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Canva Creators",
      "topic": "Who can apply and what to submit",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Canva's help page (canva-creators-program) says Template Creator answers may take up to a couple of months.",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "canva",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_canva_creators_ai_content_rule",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Canva Creators: AI-generated submissions",
      "summary": "Canva Creators does not accept templates or elements generated with AI tools to the point where the final content could not be considered wholly the creator's, and submissions with obvious AI-generated content are rejected in review.",
      "body": "Canva Creators does not accept templates or elements generated with AI tools to the point where the final content could not be considered wholly the creator's, and submissions with obvious AI-generated content are rejected in review.\n\nWhat Canva actually says:\n\n“While we encourage AI use to generate ideas and add efficiencies in the creative process, we do not accept any templates or elements, including graphics, illustrations, videos, or photos, that have been generated using AI tools to the degree where you could not consider the final content wholly yours. … Submissions containing obvious AI-generated content or that cannot be proved to be created by you, will be rejected during the review process.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.canva.com/creators/",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Canva",
      "evidence_quote": "While we encourage AI use to generate ideas and add efficiencies in the creative process, we do not accept any templates or elements, including graphics, illustrations, videos, or photos, that have been generated using AI tools to the degree where you could not consider the final content wholly yours. … Submissions containing obvious AI-generated content or that cannot be proved to be created by you, will be rejected during the review process.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Canva Creators",
      "topic": "AI-generated submissions",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "canva",
        "topic": [
          "rules.content"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_adobestock_contributor_account_requirements",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Contributor account eligibility",
      "summary": "Adobe Stock contributors must be 18 or older, accept the Contributor agreement, enter tax information and a payment method in the Contributor Portal, and use an Adobe ID with name, email and country of residence matching their legal documents.",
      "body": "Adobe Stock contributors must be 18 or older, accept the Contributor agreement, enter tax information and a payment method in the Contributor Portal, and use an Adobe ID with name, email and country of residence matching their legal documents.\n\nWhat Adobe actually says:\n\n“Age requirement: You must be 18 years or older. … Contributor agreement: You must accept the terms of the Contributor agreement, which incorporates account and submission guidelines. … Ensure your tax information and payment method are correctly entered in your Contributor Portal. … Ensure your name, email address, and country of residence are accurate and match your legal documents.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/get-started/manage-your-account/account-submission-guidelines.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Adobe",
      "evidence_quote": "Age requirement: You must be 18 years or older. … Contributor agreement: You must accept the terms of the Contributor agreement, which incorporates account and submission guidelines. … Ensure your tax information and payment method are correctly entered in your Contributor Portal. … Ensure your name, email address, and country of residence are accurate and match your legal documents.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Adobe Stock Contributor",
      "topic": "Contributor account eligibility",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "The same page says Adobe Stock does not currently accept public domain content.",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "adobestock",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup",
          "access.id",
          "money.tax"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_adobestock_illustration_technical_specs",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Adobe Stock Contributor: Illustration file requirements",
      "summary": "Adobe Stock illustration submissions must be JPEG only in sRGB, between 4 MP and 100 MP, at most 45 MB, and at least 300 ppi for hand-drawn or scanned work.",
      "body": "Adobe Stock illustration submissions must be JPEG only in sRGB, between 4 MP and 100 MP, at most 45 MB, and at least 300 ppi for hand-drawn or scanned work.\n\nWhat Adobe actually says:\n\n“JPEG only … sRGB … 4 MP (megapixels) … 100 MP (megapixels) … 45 MB (megabytes) … Minimum 300 ppi for hand-drawn or scanned illustrations”\n\nNote: The quote is taken from cells of the requirements table on the page.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/submit-your-content/submit-illustrations/technical-legal-requirements-illustration-submission.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-25",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Adobe",
      "evidence_quote": "JPEG only … sRGB … 4 MP (megapixels) … 100 MP (megapixels) … 45 MB (megabytes) … Minimum 300 ppi for hand-drawn or scanned illustrations",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Adobe Stock Contributor",
      "topic": "Illustration file requirements",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Illustrations must not include watermarks, timestamps or branding. Recognisable people and property need releases.",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "adobestock",
        "topic": [
          "craft.posting",
          "rules.content"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_age_minimum",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Access.id",
      "summary": "Fiverr requires all users to be at least 18 years of age and of legal age to form a binding contract.",
      "body": "Fiverr requires all users to be at least 18 years of age and of legal age to form a binding contract.\n\nWhat Fiverr Help Center actually says:\n\n“All users must be at least 18 years of age and of legal age to form a binding contract. Users under 18 and at least 13 years of age may use Fiverr only through an account owned by their parent or legal guardian, with permission. Users under the age of 13 are not permitted to use Fiverr.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360050063113-Creating-your-Fiverr-account",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "All users must be at least 18 years of age and of legal age to form a binding contract. Users under 18 and at least 13 years of age may use Fiverr only through an account owned by their parent or legal guardian, with permission. Users under the age of 13 are not permitted to use Fiverr.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Access.id",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
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        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
        "topic": [
          "access.id"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_account_creation_steps",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Access.signup",
      "summary": "Fiverr account creation begins as a client account; the steps are: click Join, enter email and password or use social login, choose a username, activate via email verification code, then personalize with quick questions.",
      "body": "Fiverr account creation begins as a client account; the steps are: click Join, enter email and password or use social login, choose a username, activate via email verification code, then personalize with quick questions.\n\nWhat Fiverr Help Center actually says:\n\n“1. Go to Fiverr's homepage and click Join at the top of the page. 2. Click Continue with Email, then enter your email address and password. You can also join with Facebook, Google Connect, or Apple Connect. 3. Choose a username to start your profile. 4. Activate your account. Open your email inbox and copy the verification code. Enter the code in the Fiverr window to complete activation. 5. Personalize your experience by answering a few quick questions. 6. Your account is now created.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360050063113-Creating-your-Fiverr-account",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "1. Go to Fiverr's homepage and click Join at the top of the page. 2. Click Continue with Email, then enter your email address and password. You can also join with Facebook, Google Connect, or Apple Connect. 3. Choose a username to start your profile. 4. Activate your account. Open your email inbox and copy the verification code. Enter the code in the Fiverr window to complete activation. 5. Personalize your experience by answering a few quick questions. 6. Your account is now created.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Access.signup",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
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          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_freelancer_activation_steps",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Access.signup",
      "summary": "Activating a freelancer account on Fiverr requires watching three onboarding videos, reviewing success tips, completing mandatory profile fields, phone verification, and creating a first Gig — all on desktop only.",
      "body": "Activating a freelancer account on Fiverr requires watching three onboarding videos, reviewing success tips, completing mandatory profile fields, phone verification, and creating a first Gig — all on desktop only.\n\nWhat Fiverr Help Center actually says:\n\n“1. Log in to your Fiverr account, click your profile picture, then select Become a Seller from the dropdown menu. 2. On the next page, click Become a Seller again to start onboarding. This includes watching three videos on how to use Fiverr as a freelancer. 3. After the videos, review Fiverr's tips on what makes a successful profile and what to avoid as a freelancer, then click Continue. 4. Complete the mandatory fields, marked with an asterisk. 5. Verify your account using your phone. 6. Create your first Gig to offer your services as a freelancer.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360050063113-Creating-your-Fiverr-account",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "1. Log in to your Fiverr account, click your profile picture, then select Become a Seller from the dropdown menu. 2. On the next page, click Become a Seller again to start onboarding. This includes watching three videos on how to use Fiverr as a freelancer. 3. After the videos, review Fiverr's tips on what makes a successful profile and what to avoid as a freelancer, then click Continue. 4. Complete the mandatory fields, marked with an asterisk. 5. Verify your account using your phone. 6. Create your first Gig to offer your services as a freelancer.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Access.signup",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_id_verification",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Access.id",
      "summary": "Fiverr may ask any freelancer to verify identity with an official government ID and selfie; the ID copy and selfie are kept for 30 days, then only name, DOB, gender, hashed ID number, document type, and country are retained.",
      "body": "Fiverr may ask any freelancer to verify identity with an official government ID and selfie; the ID copy and selfie are kept for 30 days, then only name, DOB, gender, hashed ID number, document type, and country are retained.\n\nWhat Fiverr Help Center actually says:\n\n“We collect and process ID cards to help build a trustworthy marketplace and enforce our Terms of Service. This process allows us to: Improve trust in the marketplace and service quality; Secure our platform and prevent fraud; Recover hijacked accounts and confirm ownership of freelancer accounts; Enforce Fiverr's Terms of Service; Confirm that users are at least 18 years old; Confirm that users comply with applicable laws.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/13127840321937-ID-verification-Data-protection-and-usage",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "We collect and process ID cards to help build a trustworthy marketplace and enforce our Terms of Service. This process allows us to: Improve trust in the marketplace and service quality; Secure our platform and prevent fraud; Recover hijacked accounts and confirm ownership of freelancer accounts; Enforce Fiverr's Terms of Service; Confirm that users are at least 18 years old; Confirm that users comply with applicable laws.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Access.id",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
        "topic": [
          "access.id"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_payout_methods",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Money.payout",
      "summary": "Fiverr offers PayPal ($1 min, 24h, $0 fee), Bank Transfer via Payoneer ($20 min, 1-3 business days local / 5-7 USD wire, $1 fee), Payoneer Account ($10 min, up to 2 business days, $3 fee), and Fiverr Revenue Card ($30 min, discontinued Dec 2022).",
      "body": "Fiverr offers PayPal ($1 min, 24h, $0 fee), Bank Transfer via Payoneer ($20 min, 1-3 business days local / 5-7 USD wire, $1 fee), Payoneer Account ($10 min, up to 2 business days, $3 fee), and Fiverr Revenue Card ($30 min, discontinued Dec 2022).\n\nWhat Fiverr Help Center actually says:\n\n“You can withdraw using PayPal, bank transfer via Payoneer, a Payoneer account, or the Fiverr Revenue Card. PayPal: 24 hours, $0 USD, $1 USD minimum. Bank Transfer (via Payoneer): 1-3 business days (local currency) or 5-7 business days (USD wire), $1 USD, $20 USD minimum. Payoneer Account: up to 2 business days, $3 USD, $10 USD minimum. Fiverr Revenue Card: up to 2 business days, $1-$3 USD, $30 USD minimum.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360010530058-Withdrawing-your-earnings-managing-payout-methods",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "You can withdraw using PayPal, bank transfer via Payoneer, a Payoneer account, or the Fiverr Revenue Card. PayPal: 24 hours, $0 USD, $1 USD minimum. Bank Transfer (via Payoneer): 1-3 business days (local currency) or 5-7 business days (USD wire), $1 USD, $20 USD minimum. Payoneer Account: up to 2 business days, $3 USD, $10 USD minimum. Fiverr Revenue Card: up to 2 business days, $1-$3 USD, $30 USD minimum.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_phone_verification",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Access.id",
      "summary": "Fiverr phone verification must be initiated on desktop/PC, cannot be completed on mobile; verification attempts are limited to twice via text and once via phone per 24 hours, and codes expire after 10 minutes.",
      "body": "Fiverr phone verification must be initiated on desktop/PC, cannot be completed on mobile; verification attempts are limited to twice via text and once via phone per 24 hours, and codes expire after 10 minutes.\n\nWhat Fiverr Help Center actually says:\n\n“The verification process must be initiated via a desktop/PC and cannot be completed on a mobile device. You can try twice via text and once via phone, and only one phone number can be verified every 24 hours. Once requested, you must use the code within the next 10 minutes of it being sent. The code will expire after this time.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360010140357-Phone-verification-Secure-your-Fiverr-account",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "The verification process must be initiated via a desktop/PC and cannot be completed on a mobile device. You can try twice via text and once via phone, and only one phone number can be verified every 24 hours. Once requested, you must use the code within the next 10 minutes of it being sent. The code will expire after this time.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Access.id",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
        "topic": [
          "access.id"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_fiverr_withdrawal_waiting_periods",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Fiverr: Money.payout",
      "summary": "Fiverr enforces a 24-hour waiting period after first withdrawal and after adding/changing withdrawal method, and a 48-hour waiting period after updating verified phone number.",
      "body": "Fiverr enforces a 24-hour waiting period after first withdrawal and after adding/changing withdrawal method, and a 48-hour waiting period after updating verified phone number.\n\nWhat Fiverr Help Center actually says:\n\n“After certain account actions, you must wait before you can withdraw your earnings: 24 hours after your first withdrawal. 24 hours after adding or changing your withdrawal method. 48 hours after updating your verified phone number. You can withdraw up to $5,000 USD per transaction.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360010530058-Withdrawing-your-earnings-managing-payout-methods",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fiverr Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "After certain account actions, you must wait before you can withdraw your earnings: 24 hours after your first withdrawal. 24 hours after adding or changing your withdrawal method. 48 hours after updating your verified phone number. You can withdraw up to $5,000 USD per transaction.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Fiverr",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fiverr",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_dribbble_signup_page",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Dribbble: Access.signup",
      "summary": "Dribbble's sign-up page is at dribbble.com/signups/new; the platform offers a 'Start Project Brief' hiring flow and a 'Get Hired' flow for freelancers.",
      "body": "Dribbble's sign-up page is at dribbble.com/signups/new; the platform offers a 'Start Project Brief' hiring flow and a 'Get Hired' flow for freelancers.\n\nWhat Dribbble actually says:\n\n“[Sign up](/signups/new) [Log in](/session/new) — Start Project Brief Tell us what you need and find the right talent for your project. [Get Started](/instantmatch)”\n\nNote: The join page redirected to a user profile; the signup URL and flow were confirmed from the navigation elements on the page.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://dribbble.com/join",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Dribbble",
      "evidence_quote": "[Sign up](/signups/new) [Log in](/session/new) — Start Project Brief Tell us what you need and find the right talent for your project. [Get Started](/instantmatch)",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Dribbble",
      "topic": "Access.signup",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "dribbble",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_behance_signup_adobe_id",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Behance: Access.signup",
      "summary": "Behance requires an Adobe ID to sign in; the signup page requires JavaScript and redirects to an Adobe ID login.",
      "body": "Behance requires an Adobe ID to sign in; the signup page requires JavaScript and redirects to an Adobe ID login.\n\nWhat Behance / Adobe actually says:\n\n“Adobe ID — JavaScript is disabled. Please enable JavaScript and try to sign in again.”\n\nNote: The Behance signup page required JavaScript and redirected to Adobe ID; specific age minimum and content rules were not accessible from the pages opened.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.behance.net/signup",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Behance / Adobe",
      "evidence_quote": "Adobe ID — JavaScript is disabled. Please enable JavaScript and try to sign in again.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Behance",
      "topic": "Access.signup",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "behance",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r990_freelance_design_how_to_start_worksinprogress_not_a_platform",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Works in Progress: Access.signup",
      "summary": "Worksinprogress.co is a magazine, not a freelance design marketplace; no designer onboarding or signup process exists.",
      "body": "Worksinprogress.co is a magazine, not a freelance design marketplace; no designer onboarding or signup process exists.\n\nWhat Works in Progress actually says:\n\n“Subscribe for $100 to receive six beautiful issues per year.”\n\nNote: This is a publication, not a freelance design platform. No creator signup or onboarding exists.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.worksinprogress.co",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-30",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Works in Progress",
      "evidence_quote": "Subscribe for $100 to receive six beautiful issues per year.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "990-freelance-design-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Works in Progress",
      "topic": "Access.signup",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "worksinprogress",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    }
  ]
}