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Collabstr

Free browse / 10% commission on hires
4.4/5

Free marketplace connecting 180K+ brands with vetted UGC and influencer creators.

Why founders use Collabstr

Advanced creator search and filtering
Direct messaging and rate negotiation
Portfolio reviews and analytics
Escrow payment system
Campaign management tools
Content approval workflows
Performance tracking

The Good

Completely free to browse 250K+ creators
No platform subscription - pay only 10% commission on hires
Direct creator communication and negotiation
Escrow payment protection
Real creator portfolios and analytics visible
Niche-specific creator filtering
No contracts or minimums

The Bad

Variable creator quality across marketplace
No dedicated account manager support
Communication can be fragmented across creators

The Verdict

Collabstr removes friction from creator hiring with a free marketplace model. Browse 250,000+ creators, communicate directly, and negotiate rates—all without platform subscription fees. You only pay a 10% commission when you actually hire and pay a creator. This indie-friendly approach makes it perfect for solopreneurs testing creator collaborations without upfront commitment.\n\nThe platform excels at transparency. You see real creator portfolios, engagement rates, and previous work before hiring. For UGC specifically, you can filter creators by niche, follower count, and content type. The in-platform escrow protects both sides, so you're protected if a creator doesn't deliver. No contracts, no minimums, no corporate sales calls—just direct creator relationships at marketplace prices.

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