The number of credits charged per hour (or per unit of work) for a specific professional service. Credit rates are set by individual providers and reflect their skill level, specialization, and market demand. On SkillLedger, providers set their own credit rates when creating skill listings.
Understand the economic design behind SkillLedger's credit system and why credits maintain stable purchasing power over time.
7 min readCompare earning credits through service delivery against alternative strategies. Learn which approach builds your professional network faster.
6 min readA practical guide to pricing your professional services in credits. Covers market rates, value adjustments, and common pricing mistakes to avoid.
7 min readBefore you sign up, see how SkillLedger compares and read the how-to guides.
SkillLedger vs. Simbi: B2B Professional Platform vs. Community Exchange
Compare SkillLedger and Simbi side by side. SkillLedger offers escrow, dispute resolution, and 1099-B compliance for professionals, while Simbi is a free community exchange with volunteer maintenance.
SkillLedger vs. Fiverr: Why Credits Beat Cash Fees
Compare SkillLedger credit-based skill exchange with Fiverr cash marketplace. Fiverr takes a 27.6% effective take rate while SkillLedger lets you keep the full value of your work.
SkillLedger vs. Upwork: Skill Exchange vs. Cash Freelancing
Compare SkillLedger skill exchange with Upwork cash freelancing. Upwork charges up to 10% freelancer commission plus a 5% buyer fee, while SkillLedger enables direct skill-for-skill trades.
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