How to receive your first order with Fiverr | 2026

 How to receive your first order with Fiverr.

           In case you have already drawn your profile on Fiverr and you are awaiting your first order, I know what you are going through. You check your dashboard every day. You refresh the page. You look at notifications up and down. But nothing comes. This is a problem that many newcomers have. Another thing I believed when I was starting is, is this platform is restricted to experts only. 

However, gradually I came to realise one thing that matters much, and it is not fortune that holds the key to your first order on Fiverr. It is concerning intelligent actions, patience, and regularity.

I shall also tell you all in plain words in this simple guide. You do not need to worry, even though you do not speak English very well. Read it gradually, learn bit by bit and practice. You will not fail to achieve some results.

To begin with, it is important to know what Fiverr is. We should first get the idea of what Fiverr is before we discuss orders.

Fiverr is an online shop in which individuals sell services. These services are referred to as gigs. The services that you can provide are logo designing, video editing, writing, voiceover, translation, social networking, or even very basic ones, such as typing or data entry.

Customers of every nation in the world visit Fiverr to employ freelancers.

Now here is the truth:

1. There are lakhs of sellers.
2. Lakhs of buyers are also present. That is your role of making buyers notice YOU.
3. The Hardest Part of the First Order to Get.

Your initial order is never easy:

• You have no reviews
• You have no ratings
• Buyers do not know you
• Your profile looks new

Several buyers will choose sellers who have 5 stars. That is normal. You would also leave a seller with good reviews to make a purchase, right? In the beginning, you want to do nothing but: Build trust.

As soon as you receive your first order and complete it successfully, everything is no longer troublesome.

Step 1: Select the appropriate Service (Do Not Try It All)

Novices commit one great error. They produce 10 various gigs that represent 10 various services.

This is not smart.

Instead, ask yourself:

1. What can I do confidently?
2. What have I practised before?
3. What are some of my strengths as perceived by people?

Incidentally, perhaps you excel in:

• Writing simple English
• Tamil English Translation.
• Production of YouTube thumbnails.
• Editing short videos
• Data entry in Excel

Select 1-2 services initially. Focus only on them. Be attentive, and your gig is great.

Step 2: Design an Appealing yet Thunderous Gig Title.

The name of the gig is crucial. It should be clear and direct.

Bad example: "I will do the best work for you"

Good example: I will create a professional thumbnail on YouTube.

See the difference? The second one makes known what you are selling.

Keep your title:

1. Simple
2. Clear
3. Specific
4. Do not try to sound too fancy. Buyers are not interested in poetry.

Step 3: Choose Keywords (Without Overthinking)

When customers do a search on Fiverr, they enter the following words:

• logo design
• resume writing
• video editing
• data entry

You should not forget to use the following words in their natural form in:

• Your gig title
• Your description
• Your tags

However, do not overload on keywords. Write naturally. Think like a buyer. What would you type in case you were seeking such a service?

That is the keyword.

Step 4: Compose an Approachable Gig Description.

When you speak to the buyer, it is in your gig description. Think of what you are going to tell your friend about your service. 

A simple language such as this one should be used:

1. Who are you are
2. What you offer
3. Why they should choose you
4. What they will get

Example structure: Short introduction, what service you provide.

Benefits: Call to action (Get in touch with me before ordering)

Do not copy others. Buyers have a sense when a copy is done. Write from your heart. Even simple English works.

Step 5: Figure of an Appealing Gig Image.

Photographs are important on Fiverr. When buyers are confused by the dullness of your gig picture, they will scroll by.

You can:

1. Use Canva
2. Use simple text
3. Use 2-3 colours only
4. Keep it clean

Write big, bold text like: Professional Resume Writing or "YouTube Thumbnail Design"

Clear. Simple. Direct. It is worth remembering that first impression is everything.

Step 6: Begin with a low price (Without being too low)

This is important. You do not start out to make lots of money. Your goal is to get reviews.

You can start with:

1. $5
2. $10

Once you receive 5-10 positive reviews, then you can raise your price.

In the case of my freelancing beginning, I took small jobs. The reviews assisted me in growing, as the money was less. Think long-term.

Step 7: Be Active and Stay Online.

Fiverr likes active sellers. Log in daily, reply quickly, and update your gig if needed. A quick response builds customers' confidence in you.

If someone writes to you, be polite and clear in your response. Even when they do not order, respect them. There are times when customers will put your communication to the test before they make an order.

Step 8: Submit Buyer Requests (Where Did They Exist)

At first, do not wait until you get orders. Find buyer requests and make proposals.

When sending a proposal:

1. Greet politely
2. Mention their requirement
3. Explain how you can help
4. Keep it short

Do not repeat the identical message everywhere. Individual messages are more effective.

Step 9: Repeat, But do More than Expected.

Suppose that you received your first order. Congratulations! But your job is not over.

To get a 5-star review:

1. Deliver on time
2. Give quality work
3. Communicate clearly
4. Be polite

If possible, add a small extra. For example:

• Extra revision
• Bonus tip
• Slight improvement

Customers do not forget about quality service. The initial 5-star review is gold.

Step 10: Don’t Panic When You Don't Get Orders in a Flash.

Let me be honest.

Sometimes it takes: 1 week, 2 weeks, or even 1 month, but never stop and start your gig.

Instead: Improve your description, improve your image, Study top sellers, stay consistent.

Fiverr does not make one successful overnight. It is gradual. Learn from Top Sellers, use Fiverr to search for your service.

Open top gigs and Observe:

• Their title
• Their description
• Their images
• Their pricing

Don't copy. Learn the pattern.

There is one thing you will find: best sellers are obvious, confident, and business-like. Practice can also make you like them.

Enhance Your Profile (Most People Do Not Care about this)

Your profile should:

1. Have a clear profile photo
2. A friendly description
3. Mention your skills
4. Share your experience (even a minimal experience is worthy)
5. Write honestly.

$ay it, should you be a college student. If you are learning, say it.

Buyers like honest people. Be Patient and Consistent. I have something to tell you personally.

Initially, I was checking my Fiverr account every hour. It was stressful.

That is why I made a decision - I will not review any notifications anymore, but I will sharpen my abilities every day.

• I practised writing.
• I improved my designs.
• I learnt new things.

And orders gradually began to come.

The lesson is simple: Focus on improvement. Orders will follow.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these mistakes:

1. Copying other sellers
2. Not checking grammar and using poor grammar.
3. Delivering late
4. Arguing with buyers
5. Giving up too early
6. One negative comment early on will be a setback. So be careful.

What Time Do You Take to get the first order?

There is no fixed time.

For some people: 3 days

For others: 30 days

It depends on: Your niche, Competition, Gig quality, and communication.

However, with the seriousness of following the steps in this guide, your chances are bound to be high.

Build Long-Term Success

You have just started with your first order.

After that:

• Provide consistent quality
• Maintain 5-star ratings
• Increase prices slowly
• Add new gigs
• Offer packages

Gradually, Fiverr can become: Side income, Full-time income Or even a career. This platform has taken in many freelancers in India, making a lot of money.

Why not you?

Final Motivation

In case you are reading now, and it is 2 AM, and you worry about your future, and consider how to earn online, I would like to say something to you.

You are already ahead. Because you are learning.

Fiverr is not magic. It is a system. As soon as you get familiar with the system and use it regularly, you will get results.

1. Your first order will come.
2. Your first review will come.
3. Your confidence will grow.

Just don't stop.