How does 99designs ensure design quality?

Designers are vetted, and clients can review portfolios and ratings. Contests provide multiple options for selection, allowing clients to choose the best fit.

Can I get a refund if I don't like any designs?

Yes, 99designs offers a 100% money-back guarantee on design contests if you are not satisfied with the designs, provided you haven't declared a winner.

What types of design projects can I launch?

You can launch projects for logos, websites, brand identity, packaging, book covers, T-shirts, and many other graphic design needs.

How do I choose between a contest and hiring a designer directly?

Contests are ideal for seeing diverse ideas and for general design needs, while hiring directly is better for specific styles, long-term collaborations, or complex projects.

99designs

A global creative platform connecting businesses with freelance designers for custom graphic design projects.

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Description

99designs by Vista is an online marketplace that helps businesses find and collaborate with professional graphic designers worldwide. Users can initiate design contests, inviting multiple designers to submit concepts, or directly hire a designer for 1-to-1 projects. The platform supports a wide array of design needs, including logos, websites, branding, and packaging. It provides tools for brief creation, feedback, and secure payment, making professional design accessible. While the designs are human-created, the platform leverages smart matching algorithms to connect clients with suitable designers, and its integration with Vista's broader suite includes AI-powered branding tools, serving as an important resource for businesses leveraging AI in other marketing efforts. It stands out by offering diverse design styles and a competitive environment for designers.

How to Use

1.Choose a design category (e.g., logo, website) and create a detailed creative brief outlining your project vision.

2.Launch a design contest to receive multiple concepts or browse designer portfolios to hire directly for a 1-to-1 project.

3.Receive initial design concepts or drafts and provide feedback to designers through the platform's tools.

4.Collaborate with designers to refine and iterate on chosen concepts until satisfied.

5.Approve the final design, transfer copyright, and receive all necessary design files.

Use Cases

Logo designBrand identity creationWebsite and app designPackaging designMarketing material designApparel design

Pros & Cons

Pros

Access to a large, diverse pool of global design talent.
Option to receive multiple design concepts through contests.
Streamlined project management and collaboration tools.
Secure payment processing and clear copyright transfer.
% money-back guarantee on contests if unsatisfied.

Cons

Managing contests can be time-consuming for clients.
Design quality can vary significantly without careful selection.
Platform fees apply in addition to designer compensation.

Pricing

Contest Packages (Prices vary by design category, examples for Logo & Brand Guide): Bronze: Starts from $349

Includes 30+ design concepts, 100% money-back guarantee

Silver: Starts from $499

Includes 60+ design concepts, 100% money-back guarantee

Gold: Starts from $799

Includes 90+ design concepts, dedicated account manager

Platinum: Starts from $1299

Includes 120+ design concepts, dedicated account manager, prioritized support. 1-to-1 Projects: Designer sets their rates, and a platform fee is added

Free trial: Not applicable, as it is a service marketplace

Refund Policy: 100% money-back guarantee on design contests if not satisfied (before a winning designer is chosen).

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