Guru

Guru is a global online marketplace that connects businesses with freelance professionals across a wide range of disciplines, including programming, design, writing, marketing, administration, and more. The platform’s primary purpose is to help organizations find, hire, and collaborate with qualified freelancers in a secure, flexible environment. It supports both short-term projects and long-term engagements, making it suitable for startups, small businesses, and larger enterprises.

Key features include detailed freelancer profiles with work history, portfolios, feedback scores, and earnings data to support informed hiring decisions. Guru offers multiple work arrangements—such as fixed-price, hourly, task-based, or recurring agreements—managed through its WorkRooms, where teams can share files, communicate, and track project progress. The platform’s SafePay system allows employers to fund milestones and release payments only when work is approved, adding a layer of financial security. Integrated time tracking, invoicing, and dispute resolution tools further streamline project management and reduce administrative overhead.