How do I find responsive freelancers?

The “Responds within 24 hours” tag helps identify freelancers who consistently reply quickly to invites or post-proposal messages. It appears on proposals, invitations, and profiles, making it easier to choose responsive talent—especially useful when projects are time-sensitive. 

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Note: This feature is in testing, so not all eligible freelancers will have a responsiveness tag, and not all clients will see them yet.

In this article

• How do I find freelancers who respond quickly?
• What does the 24-hour responsiveness tag measure?
• Where will I see the responsiveness tag?

How do I find freelancers who respond quickly?

You might notice some freelancers are marked with a Responds within 24 hours tag. This signals that they’re highly responsive—great news if you're trying to move fast.

What does the 24-hour responsiveness tag measure?

It shows that the freelancer replied to:

• 90% or more of invites within 24 hours
• Or 90%+ of messages after their proposal was accepted within 24 hours

This helps you gauge which freelancers are likely to reply quickly and keep your project moving

Where will I see the responsiveness tag?

You might see it in:

• Proposals you review
• Invitations you send
• Freelancer profiles