One of the best places for new workers to start is Fiverr, but it’s also one of the most competitive. There are thousands of sellers giving the same services, so even a small mistake in your profile or how you set up your gig can make people choose someone else. Lots of smart people fail not because they’re bad at what they do but because they make simple mistakes that make people not trust or see them.
This post will list the most common Fiverr mistakes, such as not setting up your gigs correctly or not communicating well, and show you how to avoid them. These tips will help you get more attention, more orders, and better reviews, no matter how long you’ve been selling things and how many times you’ve failed.
1. 🚫 Bad gig names and missing keywords
What’s not right:
Creative, vague, or overly clever names like “I Will Help You Dominate Online” may sound cool, but they don’t tell Fiverr what you’re really selling. People use terms to find what they want on Fiverr, just like they do on Google.
Why it hurts your sales:
Your gig won’t show up in search results if your title doesn’t match what people are looking for. No views, no hits, and no sales.
How to make it right:
Check out the Fiverr search bar to see what services come up when you put in your keyword, like “logo design” or “SEO article.”
Write your gig title like this:
👉 “I Will Design a Professional Logo for Your Brand”
👉 “I Will Write SEO Blog Posts That Rank on Google”
Use important keywords in your title, tags, and description, but don’t use too many of them.
Tip:
To stand out in niche markets, use long-tail terms like “real estate logo design” or “technical SEO audit.”
2. 📷 Bad gig pictures (or no videos)
What’s not right:
A lot of writers either don’t use images at all or use images that aren’t relevant or of poor quality. Some of them even copy other people’s work, which is a bad sign.
Why it costs you sales:
It hurts your sales because people scan fast. They won’t hire you even if your skills are great if your picture isn’t interesting or doesn’t look professional.
How to make it right:
- You can hire a designer, use Canva, or Adobe Express to make a clear picture for your gig.
- If it can be read, add word overlays like “Fast Delivery” or “100% Satisfaction.”
- Add a 30- to 60-second gig video describing yourself, showing your work, and talking about how you do what you do to make it stand out. Videos in gigs help them rank higher and get more sales.
3. 💰 Mistakes with Prices (Too Low or Too High)
What’s not right:
Some sellers lower their prices to “beat the competition,” but they end up getting clients with low budgets and a lot of stress. Others charge too much without having enough experience or reviews, which turns people away.
Why it costs you sales:
Low prices make people think your work isn’t very good, which hurts your sales. When prices are high without proof, trust is low.
How to make it right:
👉 Fiverr has three price levels: Basic, Standard, and Premium. Here’s an example of a logo design:
- Basic: $15 for one image and one modifications
- Standard: $30 for two ideas and two modifications
- Premium: $50 – three concepts and a complete brand bundle
👉 Drop prices but raise value instead. On more expensive plans, give away free extras like “Free Source File” or “SEO Optimization.”
4. ⏱️ Responses that are delayed
What’s not right:
People will think you’re not active or professional if you take more than a few hours to reply.
Why it costs you sales:
Fiverr’s system keeps track of how long it takes you to respond, which costs you sales. Your score goes down if you respond slowly. Buyers can also hire someone else while they wait.
How to make it right:
- Get the Fiverr app and make sure alerts are turned on.
- Set up Quick Replies to answer frequent questions about things like price, revisions, delivery time, and so on.
- If you can, always answer within an hour, even if it’s just to say, “Thanks for reaching out!” I’ll think about this and get back to you soon.
5. ❌ Descriptions or proposals that have been copied
What’s not right:
A lot of new sellers send out the same vague description or deal that works for everyone. It has a chilly and automated sensation.
Why it costs you sales:
People will not buy from you if you do not take the time to understand their wants. People are more likely to trust sellers who talk to them instead of at them.
How to make it right:
- Write about gigs in a conversational way. Break up the text into bullet points or short lines and be clear.
- Always personalize your offers and replies by:
👉 Mention their business name, project details, or goal.
👉 End with a question to show you’re engaged (e.g., “Would you prefer a more formal or casual tone for this article?”)
6. 🛑 Not using Gig Analytics
What’s not right:
You can see information about views, clicks, and sales on Fiverr, but many sellers don’t use it.
Why it hurts your sales:
If a lot of people see your gig but not many click on it, you need to work on the picture or title. If you get clicks but no sales, it could be because of your prices or descriptions.
How to make it right:
- Every week, go to Analytics > Gigs and look over the stats for each job.
- Test two or more images, names, and prices side by side.
- Stop gigs that aren’t doing well and focus on the ones that are.
7. ⚠️ Not Following Fiverr’s Rules
What’s not right:
You can get flagged or banned if you ask for direct payment, share your contact information, or post copied material.
Why it makes you lose sales:
If you break Fiverr’s TOS, your exposure will go down. Offenses that are committed repeatedly? Your account will be suspended.
How to make it right:
- Go to https://www.fiverr.com/terms_of_service to read Fiverr’s full Terms of Service.
- Only communicate through Fiverr chat.
- Provide original work and provide due acknowledgment to all sources, particularly when it comes to content or design.
8. 😶 There is no social proof or portfolio
What’s wrong:
People who want to buy your work want to see it. People might not trust your skills if your gig doesn’t have any examples or reviews from past clients.
Why it makes you lose sales:
Without visual proof, you’re just another seller profile in a sea of them. This means you won’t get any sales.
How to make it right:
- You can add samples of your work to your gig album. Make some sample projects if you’re new.
- Take it easy at first and go above and beyond to get early 5-star reviews.
- When you’re done with a few jobs, put your resume on your own website.
9. 📣 Not promoting your gigs outside of platform
What’s wrong:
Too many sellers only depend on the traffic that Fiverr already brings them.
Why it costs you sales:
Your orders stop coming in if Fiverr’s system doesn’t push your gig. You need traffic from outside sources.
How to make it right:
👉 Send the link to your gig to:
- Twitter or X
- Pinterest (great for jobs in design)
- You can post on Reddit or Quora if you’re helpful and not annoying.
- You can share short films about your business on TikTok, YouTube Shorts, or Instagram Reels.
10. 🧠 Not investing in learning and skill development.
What’s wrong:
Freelancers who stop learning quickly fall behind the times. There are always new tools, design trends, and SEO rules to learn.
Why it hurts your sales:
People will choose someone else’s work if it looks old or doesn’t fit in with current styles.
How to make it right:
- Set aside at least two to three hours a week to learn.
- Take classes on sites such as:
- 👉 Coursera
- 👉 Udemy
- 👉 Skillshare
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Final Words: Small Fixes, Big Results
Getting sales on Fiverr isn’t just about talent. It’s about showing up professionally, knowing how the platform works, and avoiding the common traps that hold others back.
✅ Start by reviewing your current gigs
✅ Fix one mistake at a time
✅ Keep testing, learning, and growing
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