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Twine has been an amazing platform for creatives and clients to connect. The interface is simple and easy to navigate. I’ve met talented professionals who deliver quality work. The support team is... See more
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Well, as a creative, I love how simple communication is with your platform, I will also look further to interacting more often. Nice project and product Twine
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I dont score any jobs because im always late and no free applications. Fair enough, but I cannot see the value if I dont work. Its a great site and Ive referred many.
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Twine is a marketplace that connects companies to creative and digital freelancers. Twine's algorithm curates the best freelancers for a project to help your business get what it needs to grow.
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3.4
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396 reviews
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My experience with the platform is good…
My experience with the platform is good so far. I am new here, I have joined this platform a few days ago and I got notification about latest job posting.
April 3, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Chandra,
Thanks for your review, and welcome to Twine! We're glad to hear your experience has been positive so far and that you're already seeing new job opportunities come through.
Wishing you the best of luck with your applications, and we hope you land some great projects soon!
– Twine Team
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Som challenges I see
They don't put the price
And am having problems finding a recent job
March 29, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Faith,
I’m sorry to hear you’ve had some trouble navigating the platform. I’d love to help clear those points up for you.
You can find all the details regarding the cost of Twine Pro on our pricing page, which is linked throughout the site. We also offer a free tier that includes one application per month if you'd prefer to start there. As for finding recent work, if you head to our 'Find Job' page, all listings are automatically shown in order of when they were posted. You can also use the filters there to narrow down exactly what you're looking for.
We appreciate the feedback as it helps us see where we can make things more intuitive!
-Twine Team
Not Freelancer-friendly
This platform definitely does not have freelancers in mind.
The profile is absurdly difficult to edit (good luck changing something if you made a mistake), forced paywall, riddled with AI jobs.
Employers, if you want good, dedicated freelancers, look elsewhere. Pro-tier is a rip-off.
January 9, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Sam,
I’m really sorry to hear you’ve had such a frustrating experience. We definitely want Twine to be a place where freelancers feel supported, and it sounds like we missed the mark for you.
If you’re having trouble editing your profile, please reach out to our support team; you may have hit a bug we would like the opportunity to rectify. Regarding the "paywall," we try to be as fair as possible by giving every free user one application per month. We do this specifically to prevent job posts from being flooded, which actually helps dedicated freelancers stand out more to clients.
We take your feedback on the Pro-tier and the site's usability seriously as we keep working to improve the experience for everyone.
-Twine Team
AI-riddled paywall to jobseekers
I came across a Twine listing through Indeed. It was for a writing position on an indie game; a passion project with anti commercialism at its heart. Then this AI-riddled paywall came down on me. I’ve researched more on Reddit etc, and it seems like not a complete scam, but definite red flags. I can’t find any evidence, unfortunately, that it is actually trusted. The flow is designed so that once the true nature of the work posting becomes clear, the applicant has already invested time and effort filling in the application details and uploading their data, so they are more likely to pay thanks to sunk cost fallacy. As previous reviews have pointed out, any ethical freelancing community would be upfront from first point of contact. If there are real clients behind these listings, there is no way to find them and apply directly :(
March 16, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Charlie,
I’m really sorry that your experience felt this way. I can see how finding a passion project only to hit a requirement to join a platform would feel frustrating. To be clear, the jobs on Twine are real opportunities from real clients, but we do require a profile to ensure we’re sending them verified, high-quality applications.
Regarding the "paywall," we actually offer one free application every month to all users, and for those coming from external sites, we usually provide a discount code for a free month of Pro. We don't want anyone to feel trapped by "sunk cost"; we just want to make sure the freelancers who apply actually stand out to the client. We do use some automated tools to help match skills to jobs, but our community is very much run by real people who care about getting freelancers paid fairly.
We appreciate the feedback on how this flow felt to you, especially regarding being more upfront. We'll definitely take that on board as we look at how we present these listings.
-Twine Team
Detailed project information
March 15, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Erasmus,
Thank you so much for the 4-star review! We’re really glad to hear that the detailed project information is helping you find the right work. Our goal is to make sure every job post is as clear as possible so you can focus on what you do best.
Thank you for being part of the Twine community.
-Twine Team
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Reply from Twine
Hi Raihan,
Thank you so much for the 4-star review! It’s great to hear that your experience with Twine has been better than other platforms you've used. We’re always working to make things even smoother for you, so we really appreciate the support.
Thank you for being part of the Twine community.
-Twine Team
Fooled me into thinking was a real job
Made me make an account because i thought it was a regular job on linked. bombarded me with emails for freelance jobs that i didn't want. how does this improve your website? bringing in unwilling developers to your scam website
January 15, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Jamie,
I’m really sorry that your experience felt misleading, that’s the last thing we want. To be clear, the jobs you see on LinkedIn are 100% real, but because we’re a specialised marketplace for freelancers, we do require a profile to ensure our clients are getting applications from verified professionals.
If you came from LinkedIn, there should have been a discount code on the landing page for a free month of Pro so you could apply for those roles at no cost. Even without that, we still give every user one free application every month. As for the emails, you can toggle those off or unsubscribe at the bottom of any message if they aren't for you.
We genuinely appreciate the feedback and will look at how we can make that transition from LinkedIn much clearer for developers in the future.
-Twine Team
Freelancers avoid this place
Freelancers avoid this place. Jobs are behind a paywall and the free account only gives you the chance to apply for one job a month, which is pathetic. They claim the paid for account is to 'help freelancers stand out' but sounds just like another financial burden with no guaranteed jobs.
Based on several back and forth emails, this place is not run by freelancers and does not have the best interests of freelancers in mind.
January 7, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi DC,
I’m sorry to hear you’re frustrated with our model. I’d like to provide some quick context on why we operate this way:
Application Limits: We limit free accounts to one application per month to prevent job posts from being flooded. This ensures that when you do apply, your portfolio actually gets seen by the client rather than being buried in a sea of generic entries.
The Pro Tier: This helps us maintain the platform and vet high-quality leads. While no platform can guarantee a hire, our goal is to provide a curated environment where your skills have a much higher chance of standing out.
We take your feedback on this balance seriously and are sorry that Twine doesn't feel like the right fit for you at this stage. We wish you the very best of luck with your freelance work.
-Twine Team
One thing I like about Twine
One thing I like about Twine, they are genuine and their operations are smooth. If you really need the work done get in touch with Twine they're professionals
February 26, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Anani,
Thank you for the glowing review!
Our goal is always to provide a reliable, smooth experience for our users, so we’re glad to hear we’ve earned your trust.
Thank you for being part of the Twine community.
Cheers,
Twine Team
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The gold standard for interactive fiction—just needs more organization.
Title: The gold standard for interactive fiction—just needs more organization.
Review: Twine is an incredible tool for beginners and pros alike to build non-linear stories. It’s accessible and powerful. My only wish for future updates is better visual organization, like hierarchical folders or layers, to manage large "spaghetti" maps. Adding smart autocomplete for variables would also make it perfect!
February 25, 2026
Unprompted review
Incredibly disingenuous experience with Twine…
Incredibly disingenuous experience with Twine. I'm a designer currently looking for work, came across a job advert posted to LinkedIn from Twine which redirects you to their website.
You are forced to create a detailed profile first with them, hand over your information, CV, details etc.
And then you find out AFTER that whoops, you need to pay for pro if you want to apply.
I genuinely thought this was an error screen i'd arrived at. There is no way that I just spent all this time 'applying' for a job, only to find that instead it was actually an advertisement to sign-up on this platform and pay for pro. Absolutely no mention at ANY point of the process that 'Hey, just a heads up, you will need to pay to apply'.
Stay well away. Whilst I can appreciate paying for qualified leads as a service, the predatory nature of getting your platform sign-ups through job advertisements posted on popular channels such as LinkedIn and Seek, and then restricting actually applying for the job should honestly be flagged as an absolute scam.
February 23, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi John,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. I’m truly sorry to hear that your experience felt frustrating; that is never our intention.
I’d like to clarify how Twine works, as it sounds like there was some vital information missed during the sign-up process. We aim to be transparent about our model:
The Free Tier: Every Twine user receives one free application per month. We don’t "pay-wall" the entire site, but we do limit free applications to ensure our clients aren't overwhelmed and receive the highest quality pitches.
LinkedIn Referrals: For designers coming specifically from LinkedIn, we actually provide a discount code on the landing page for a full free month of Pro. This allows you to apply for multiple roles immediately without any initial cost.
Data & Transparency: We ask for profile details upfront so we can accurately match your skills to the right roles, but we understand your time is valuable.
We take your comments regarding the user flow seriously and will review how we communicate these limits to ensure no one else feels "tricked" into signing up. We genuinely want to help designers find great work, not create barriers.
If you’d like to give us another look, please reach out to our support team (support@twine.net) and mention this review—I’d be happy to ensure you get that free Pro trial active so you can make those applications.
Best regards,
Twine Team
My experience with Twine .
It was so nice and creative with me.
The Twine is better than other platforms so very good Twine and other thing is it is fully trusted no worries about payments and other issues.
So this is my experience with Twine.
Thanks 🙏🏻.
January 22, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Susan,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're really happy to hear that you've had a positive experience on Twine.
It means a lot that you find the platform trustworthy. Building a reliable space for freelancers is incredibly important to us.
Thank you for being part of the Twine community.
– Twine Team
Subscription based bs AI-generated…
Subscription based bs AI-generated bullshit
February 19, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
We’re sorry to hear you feel that way. Twine Pro is a subscription because it gives freelancers direct client contact details, increased visibility in search, and significantly more applications each month, without us taking high commission fees on projects that other platforms do.
If you’re open to it, we’d genuinely welcome more specific feedback so we can better understand your experience and improve.
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Applied a job in LinkedIn and now they…
Applied a job in LinkedIn and now they are spamming me with job emails.
February 17, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Hadil,
Thanks for your feedback. If you applied for a role via LinkedIn, you may have opted in to receive daily job alerts from Twine during the application process.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of our emails, or by adjusting your notification settings in your Twine account. If you’d prefer, just email support@twine.net
and we’ll remove you from the mailing list.
Thanks for letting us know.
– Twine Team
Twine has been a great platform to work…
Twine has been a great platform to work with. The process is straightforward, communication is clear, and tasks are well explained. I appreciate how easy it is to get started and the overall user-friendly experience. Definitely a solid platform for freelancers looking for consistent opportunities.
October 6, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Dan,
Thanks so much for the great review! We're really happy to hear that you've found the platform clear, straightforward, and easy to get started with.
It's great to know you're finding consistent opportunities, that's exactly what we aim for.
Wishing you continued success on Twine!
Thanks,
– Twine Team
Only AI generated answers
Unfortunately, it feels like a large number of job offers are not real.
September 2, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Christian,
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear you’ve had a disappointing experience.
We vet every job that’s posted on Twine before it’s made public, and we also monitor for any signs of scams or spam. However, we know that some projects can seem vague or don’t move forward. This sometimes happens if the client receives too many applications or changes their mind.
We’re working hard to improve project quality and client engagement, and have just released (today) a major improvement to the client experience. We believe this will improve client engagement and therefore your experience as a freelancer on Twine.
If you have examples of specific jobs you felt were fake, we’d really appreciate you flagging them to our support team at support@twine.net. We take that seriously and investigate every report.
Thanks again for your input. Feedback like yours helps us improve Twine for all freelancers.
– Twine Team
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Twine is easily Navigatableand responsive.
Twine has a fresh mix of opportunities not seen on other job post platforms.
Twine is responsive and quickly navigatable!
January 22, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Thank you for the kind response!
The offer jobs fast and they are…
The offer jobs fast and they are reliable
January 20, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Thanks for the rating!
Scamming desperate job seekers
Another company that scrapes job advertisements off various websites and reposts them. Usually these kinds of scam just sell your CV to data brokers but Twine actually has a fee-based model, charging for preferred access to roles that they claim to represent. That’s obviously nonsense and the vast majority of employers have policies to ensure that potential employees are not subjected to fees in the recruitment process because this can lead to people being defrauded. It would be deeply irresponsible. There’s something particularly despicable about ripping off desperate people, and about using fake posts and aggressive tactics to remove criticism on review sites like this one.
January 21, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Twine
Hi Ian,
We’re sorry to hear your concerns, and we want to clarify how Twine works.
Twine is a marketplace for freelance experts and consultants who run their own businesses, not a job board for employees. Companies use Twine to find independent professionals for project-based work, and freelancers choose how they engage with the platform.
Twine operates on a transparent subscription model for freelancers. Free members can apply for opportunities, and paid members choose to subscribe for additional features such as more applications, higher visibility, and access to client contact details. This model allows us to avoid charging high commissions on projects and keeps pricing clear and predictable.
We have been operating since 2016 and support a global community of freelancers and companies. We do not sell CVs or personal data, and we take trust and transparency seriously.
We welcome criticism. If you have specific examples or concerns you would like us to investigate, please contact support@twine.net
Thanks,
– Twine Team
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