ClickTrain generates revenue through a combination of subscription plans for individuals and agencies, service fees from direct hiring engagements, and commissions from freelancer rates. We also offer specialised enterprise plans that provide curated talent matching services. Additionally, users can access optional premium features, such as skill verification assessments, for a fee. This diversified model allows ClickTrain to effectively connect PPC talent with businesses while ensuring a sustainable income stream.

Pricing varies and is set by each PPC Specialist based on their experience, expertise, and industry focus. Rates and minimum retainers vary, allowing you to choose a professional that aligns with your budget and needs. Specialists may have different experience levels and skills, which directly influence their rates.

Joining our platform as a Freelancer or Employee is free with a restricted profile. We offer additional value for individuals and agencies. Paid plans are available through various pricing structures for those who wish to access enhanced features and services. Sign up to learn more about our vetting requirements and optional plans.

• Freelancers: Set hourly rates.
• Full-time professionals: Set annual salary expectations.
• Consultants: Set minimum retainers.
• Agencies: Set minimum retainers.

This allows businesses to match your profile with their budget and project requirements.

Professionals undergo a comprehensive evaluation, including:

• Screening and skills experience assessments.
• KYC checks.
• Advanced skills testing in specific areas.

We also equip customers with Listenr to monitor talent, ensuring ongoing quality control. This continuous evaluation ensures only the highest standards of professionalism on the platform.

Free talent joins and starts as unverified before taking a job all talent has completed our mandatory verification (KYC and background checks). Talent can pay for Advanced Assessments, which include specific skills assessments. Clients can view each candidate’s skill grades on their profile. Advanced-assessed talent has demonstrated skills through rigorous testing, making them a reliable choice for more complex or specialised projects. They are more likely to meet your project’s technical needs, often leading to faster hiring decisions due to their proven capabilities.

Completing a Skills Assessment increases your visibility to businesses looking for verified professionals. Assessed talent often gets hired faster and has a better chance of securing higher-paying projects because clients trust verified skills. This distinction highlights your expertise and builds credibility on the platform.

A 'Full-time Hire' is handled by our enterprise offering which allows you to specify your project requirements, including budget, skillset, and industry. We treat every full-time hire as an enterprise deal, meaning only skills-assessed candidates can apply. To enhance the scope of your talent search, we recommend purchasing assessment credits, which we can pre-allocate to candidates who meet rigorous vetting criteria. This approach saves you time and ensures you connect with highly qualified specialists who have been thoroughly assessed.

Beyond the initial verification process, ClickTrain uses tools like PPC Listenr to monitor talent’s ongoing performance. We also gather feedback from clients and conduct periodic reviews to ensure the professionals on our platform continue to meet high standards. This ongoing quality control ensures you connect with the best talent for your project.

Read more about how we monitor accounts through Listenr.

Contact our support team if the specialist you hired is not the right fit. We will help you find a new candidate who better aligns with your needs. Our priority is ensuring a seamless partnership with the right talent.

Yes, you can upgrade your subscription at any time. Contact our support team, and we will help you access additional features that align with your business needs.

Yes, you can pause or downgrade your subscription anytime. Contact our support team to discuss your options. If you downgrade, you’ll retain access to all features in your current plan until the end of your billing cycle. Afterwards, the features of your new plan will apply.

No, ClickTrain offers flexibility with month-to-month services. You can cancel or adjust your subscription at any time.

For all direct engagements, contracts and agreements are handled between the specialist and the customer, and terms negotiated directly. For enterprise deals, ClickTrain manages the contracts and payments, ensuring a streamlined and professional process. If needed, our support team is available to assist with best practices or provide resources like contract templates.

For all full-time engagements, ClickTrain handles contracts and agreements on our enterprise offering to ensure a streamlined and efficient recruitment process. We manage all aspects of billing and payments, providing peace of mind for both the specialist and the client. Our enterprise-level service includes comprehensive support, such as setting up cross-border hiring agreements, managing payroll if needed, and ensuring adherence to industry standards.

If you are on a paid subscription and haven’t received confirmed bookings or viable leads, please note that refunds are unavailable. Our certification process provides credibility that extends far beyond this platform, enhancing your professional standing and opportunities across the industry. This policy ensures that the value of your certification supports long-term career growth and recognition, regardless of immediate new business.

A Free Profile is designed for Job-Seeking PPC Freelancers and Employees. It includes showcasing your availability and skills, improving your profile ranking, and matching to private opportunities. However, the Free Profile does not include additional features like public inbound leads and added-value services.

Listenr is a tool included in ClickTrain’s plans to help monitor your Google Ads account. It provides essential monitoring to track changes and ensure campaigns are running smoothly. This helps ensure that you or the PPC talent you hire is delivering on their commitments.

The skills assessments are personalized to evaluate a PPC professional’s expertise in specific areas. These assessments, are available individually and included across the packages. Testing and verifying your skills improves your profile ranking on ClickTrain, making it easier for clients to identify you as a qualified expert. It also builds trust with potential clients, increasing your hiring chances.