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Commerce · February 23, 2021

Contra

Connect with next-gen talent and tools to get work underway. Hire more independents. Start more projects. Get more creative.

Contra launched on February 23, 2021 with 798 votes, #5 of 3,133 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 5 years on.

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In plain words

Contra is a professional network designed for freelancers and independent workers seeking flexible career options. The platform provides tools and infrastructure to support self-directed work without taking commission fees. It serves professionals who want to build careers aligned with their personal lifestyle preferences, operating as an alternative to traditional employment structures and commission-based freelance platforms.

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From the sources

Contra is the new professional network for flexible work. We provide the tools and infrastructure needed to successfully build your career around the life you want, with zero commission fees.

Learn more about Kaizier Malerm on Contra. The Independent-first, commission-free freelance marketplace shaping the future of work.

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