India Freelance Platforms Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2030
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India freelance platforms market highlights
- The India freelance platforms market generated a revenue of USD 221.9 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 775.6 million by 2030.
- The India market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 24% from 2025 to 2030.
- In terms of segment, services was the largest revenue generating component in 2024.
- Services is the most lucrative component segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Freelance platforms market data book summary
| Market revenue in 2024 | USD 221.9 million |
| Market revenue in 2030 | USD 775.6 million |
| Growth rate | 24% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030) |
| Largest segment | Services |
| Fastest growing segment | Services |
| Historical data | 2018 - 2023 |
| Base year | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Platform, Services |
| Key market players worldwide | Fiverr International Ltd, Upwork Inc, Toptal, PeoplePerHour, 99designs, DesignCrowd, crowdSPRING, WorkGenius, Paro, Contently, Gigster |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, India accounted for 4.0% of the global freelance platforms market in 2024.
- Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
- In Asia Pacific, China freelance platforms market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
- Japan is the fastest growing regional market in Asia Pacific and is projected to reach USD 544.5 million by 2030.
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Freelance Platforms Market Scope
Freelance Platforms Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gigster | View profile | 501-1000 | Austin, Texas, United States, North America | https://gigster.com/ |
| Contently | View profile | 51-100 | New York, New York, United States, North America | http://contently.com |
| Paro | View profile | 101-250 | Chicago, Illinois, United States, North America | https://www.paro.ai |
| WorkGenius | View profile | 101-250 | New York, New York, United States, North America | https://www.workgenius.com |
| crowdSPRING | View profile | 11-50 | Chicago, Illinois, United States, North America | http://www.crowdspring.com |
| DesignCrowd | View profile | 51-100 | Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia, Oceania | http://www.designcrowd.com |
| 99designs | View profile | 101-250 | Oakland, California, United States, North America | http://99designs.com |
| PeoplePerHour | View profile | 51-100 | London, England, United Kingdom, Europe | https://www.peopleperhour.com |
| Toptal | View profile | 1001-5000 | San Francisco, California, United States, North America | https://www.toptal.com |
| Fiverr International Ltd | View profile | 775 | 8 Eliezer Kaplan Street, Tel Aviv, Israel, 6473409 | https://www.fiverr.com |
| Upwork Inc | View profile | 800 | 475 Brannan Street, Suite 430, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94107 | https://www.upwork.com |
India freelance platforms market outlook
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Services was the largest segment with a revenue share of 59.89% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the India freelance platforms market based on platform, services covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.
The freelance platforms market in India is experiencing substantial growth, driven by technological advancements and changing work preferences. Traditionally, India has had a strong emphasis on fulltime employment; however, there is a noticeable shift toward freelancing. The demand for freelance work is rising as individuals seek greater flexibility and autonomy in their careers.
Digital platforms such as Upwork, Freelancer, and Fiverr are gaining popularity, connecting a diverse range of skilled professionals with clients worldwide. The gig economy in India is expanding rapidly, with freelancers contributing significantly to the workforce.
Factors such as increased internet penetration, access to global markets, and a growing entrepreneurial spirit are fueling the growth of freelance platforms. The freelance model is particularly appealing to those who value remote work, diverse project opportunities, and the ability to showcase specialized skills.
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