Making the Dream; Behind the Scenes of Building Bondly Escrow Payment


Chidera Anichebe
Head, Branding And Storytelling
For freelancers, one of the biggest challenges is getting paid on time and in full. Too many have experienced late payments, unfair chargebacks, and situations where clients disappear after accepting finished work. As freelancing grows globally, the need for a safer, more reliable payment structure has become obvious.
This is where escrow steps in. Escrow is no longer just a tool for large transactions or real estate deals. It is becoming the new standard in the freelance world because it protects both sides of the transaction.

Guaranteed Funds Before Work Begins
One major problem freelancers face is starting work without knowing whether the client will actually pay. Escrow solves this completely. When a client funds an escrow, the money is held securely. The freelancer can see that the funds are locked and available.
No More Payment Delays or Excuses
Freelancers often deal with excuses like 'I will pay you next week' or 'accounting has not processed it yet'. Escrow eliminates these delays. Since payment is already secured, freelancers no longer need to chase clients around multiple reminders.

Using escrow makes freelancers look more professional and organized. It shows that they take payments seriously and that they value transparency. This professional approach helps them attract better clients who appreciate structure and accountability.