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This platform is detrimental to both clients and designers.They have withheld my payments for nearly two years with no guidance or information whatsoever. They refuse to disclose any details about these payments—why the delay is so prolonged, how to resolve it, or when there will be clarity on disbursement. This behavior constitutes a serious injustice that merits legal action.The platform is rife with dishonesty and will ignore you simply for asserting your rightful claims to your money and entitlements. The worst part is that they continue to force the remaining designers to comply with rules they themselves shamelessly violate.I urge every designer reading this message to leave this platform immediately. Please, open your eyes and hearts—walk away from this toxic environment without delay. They do not deserve to continue existing and disrupting your lives.
The is the second time I work with Crowdspring for a logo design and, once again, the easy and affordable process exceeded my expectations! I am already on to another more substantial project with them. The creative person was so easy to work with, and the agent at Crowdspring was, too. The interface is also very simple, even for non-techies. Love it!
I won two projects ($200 requested Aug 28, 2025; $300 Oct 16, 2025). Completed handovers, but payments delayed for months with ‘backlog’ excuses. Emailed support and owners Ross Kimbarovsky/Mike Samson demanding payment — account immediately suspended/made inactive. This is earned money they owe me.
I am a professional graphic designer. Crowdspring has withheld my payments for months, despite me completing all projects properly. Many other designers have reported similar problems.This platform does not protect freelancers or clients. They fail to pay on time and often lack transparency in handling funds.If you want reliable results, it is better to work directly with a trusted designer rather than using Crowdspring.
⚠️ WARNING ⚠️crowdspringis not paying freelancers.Fellow creatives, freelancers & businesses — beware of Ross Kimbarovsky (CEO of crowdspring ). do not trust him and Crowdspring.com. Thay drag you and finally scam and will not pay. If asked they are rude and threatingI completed work, never got paid even after 2.5 years, and my account was later deactivated without explanation.
Scammer Pro Max Ultra Plus!!Crowdspring is acting like a scam platform when it comes to payments. They are shamelessly holding back 10 of my payments without any justification. I have delivered all my projects honestly and on time, yet they refuse to release the money I rightfully earned.This is not just unprofessional—it is outright dishonest and abusive to the creatives who make this platform possible. Holding freelancers’ money is nothing less than fraud. Crowdspring must stop exploiting designers and resolve their payment issues immediately. Until then, I strongly warn other freelancers: stay away from this platform.
If you’re a designer who’s completed work via Crowdspring and have had payment withheld, you’re far from alone. The platform consistently delays or blocks payouts, often silencing creatives who try to follow up. Many designers report account deletions, vague excuses, or non-responses once their project is finished.Here’s what you can do to help protect our community and push for accountability:1. File an FTC complaint (recommended for everyone): Crowdspring operates internationally and in the U.S. If you haven’t been paid, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC):• Go to: he Federal Trade Commission site and select “Report Fraud”• Click “Report Now.”• Choose “Consumer Products & Services” > “Other.”• In the description, state that Crowdspring withheld payment for completed freelance work, is retaining customer funds, or is committing unjust enrichment.• Attach all supporting screenshots: contracts, payment requests, correspondence, proof of completed work.• Submit. Save your confirmation/report number for reference.2. For designers who completed projects after July 2024: If you worked with Crowdspring after Illinois’ Freelance Worker Protection Act (FWPA) took effect (July 2024), you can also file with the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL):• Gather evidence: your signed contract, project approval, proof Crowdspring handles payment (not client), application/onboarding documentation, communication showing vetting or review.• Visit: Illinois Department of Labor site and search for “FLWPA Complaint Form”• Fill out the form with your details and upload supporting files.3. Illinois Attorney General reporting: Even if your complaint falls outside FWPA (pre-July 2024), reporting to Illinois’ AG can add pressure. Be aware you might be redirected to IDOL, but the volume of complaints helps signal a pattern.4. Why this matters: Crowdspring profits from “unjust enrichment”—accepting client funds, benefiting from designer labor, and refusing to pay the creatives who make their platform possible. Only collective, documented complaints may force regulators to investigate and hold Crowdspring accountable with fines, forced payouts, or public warnings—all without individual freelancers having to go to court.[trustpilot +1]5. What to document:• Contract copies and payment terms• Proof of completed work and client approval• Screenshots of payment requests and Crowdspring’s handling• Email or platform messages confirming account closure/payment holds• Application or vetting steps showing Crowdspring is effectively the hiring partyLet’s stand together: If you’ve had your payment withheld, don’t stay silent. Keep your documentation safe, file complaints as described, and encourage fellow designers to do the same. The more reports, the harder it is for Crowdspring to ignore and the likelier justice is done for our creative work.How to Report If Crowdspring Deleted Your Account or You Lack EvidenceIf Crowdspring deleted your account, locked you out, or you didn’t save screenshots, don’t let that stop you from reporting. Here’s what you and others in this situation should know:• You can still file a complaint: Agencies like the FTC, Illinois Department of Labor, and the Attorney General rely on patterns of complaints—not just on hard evidence. Your detailed account may be enough to trigger an investigation, especially if many people describe the same behavior.• Be as detailed as possible: In your complaint, include:• The approximate dates the work was completed and when payment was expected.• The title and description of the project(s).• What communications (if any) you had with Crowdspring or with your client.• Any deadlines, project approvals, or emails showing you should have been paid.• The date and circumstances of your account closure or loss of access (e.g., “Crowdspring deleted my profile immediately after I requested payment”).• Any partial evidence you might have: downloaded contracts, emails, payment notifications, or even calendar entries and invoices.• Mention the loss of access: Explicitly state in the complaint form that Crowdspring deleted your account or communications, and that you are no longer able to retrieve messages or records from the platform.• Use whatever you do have: Even if it’s just the contract, confirmation emails, or your own notes, include them.• Request agencies to subpoena records: In your description, you can request that investigators obtain records directly from Crowdspring, since the platform controls all the project, contract, and payment logs.
I've been waiting for almost ten months now for my payout. My client has already made the payment. They suspend your account when you try and contact the client outside of their platform just to keep them there, and they ban you for complaining about the delay of the payout.
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