Felan: The All-in-One WordPress Solution for Freelance Marketplaces and Recruitment Platforms

Building a two-sided marketplace or a recruitment portal from scratch usually requires significant development resources, complex database architecture, and months of coding. Felan offers a robust alternative: a specialized WordPress theme designed to deploy platforms similar to Upwork, Fiverr, or Indeed without touching a single line of code.

Felan bridges the gap between service-based gig marketplaces and traditional job boards. Whether you are scaling a niche recruitment agency or launching a global freelance hub, this theme provides the necessary infrastructure to manage users, transactions, and content effectively.

A Dual-Purpose Engine: Marketplaces and Job Boards

The standout characteristic of Felan is its versatility. Most themes focus on either “gigs” (services) or “jobs” (recruitment). Felan handles both simultaneously or individually, depending on your business model.

1. The “Fiverr” Model (Service-Based)
For freelance marketplaces, Felan allows users to act as sellers. They can create detailed profiles, list specific services, and offer tiered packages (Basic, Standard, Premium). The theme handles the entire workflow:

• Service Tagging & Analytics: Freelancers can categorize their offerings for better search visibility and track their performance (views, clicks, conversion rates) via a dedicated dashboard.
• Order Management: A streamlined system for tracking active orders, delivering files, and communicating with buyers.

2. The “Upwork/Indeed” Model (Project-Based)
For recruitment, Felan offers a sophisticated bidding and application system. Employers post projects or permanent roles, and freelancers bid with proposals.

• Proposal System: Freelancers can submit custom proposals with budget estimates.
• Hiring Workflow: Employers can schedule interviews, review resumes, and shortlist candidates directly within the dashboard.

Monetization and Admin Control

For the platform owner (the admin), Felan includes built-in monetization strategies. You can generate revenue through:

• Commission Fees: Set percentage-based commissions on freelance transactions.
• Subscription Plans: Charge employers for posting rights or premium features.
• Featured Listings: Allow users to pay extra to highlight their jobs or services.

The admin panel provides granular control over the ecosystem. You can moderate job listings, verify user identities to build trust (KYC), and manage financial withdrawals. The theme is also GDPR compliant and supports multi-vendor wallet systems.

Technical Architecture and Customization

From a Solutions Architect perspective, Felan is built on a modern stack designed for performance and scalability.

• Elementor Integration: The theme utilizes Elementor for drag-and-drop page building, making layout changes rapid and intuitive.
• Mobile-First Design: The layout is fully responsive, ensuring complex dashboards remain usable on mobile devices.
• Global Readiness: With WPML, Polylang, and RTL (Right-to-Left) support, the platform is ready for international deployment.
• SEO & Performance: The code is optimized for search engines, including schema markup for job postings and service listings to improve organic reach.
  

Comprehensive Feature List

Core Platform Features

• 21+ Homepage Layouts: Pre-built designs for various niches (creative, tech, general).
• Visual Page Builder: Full Elementor support for code-free customization.
• One-Click Demo Import: Rapid deployment of initial content.
• Multilingual Support: Compatible with WPML, Loco Translate, and RTL languages (Arabic, Hebrew).
• Secure Payments: Integration with PayPal, Stripe, and other gateways.
• Review System: Built-in rating and review logic for building platform trust.
  

For Freelancers (Sellers)

• Tiered Service Packages: Create Basic, Standard, and Premium service levels.
• Dedicated Dashboard: Analytics on earnings, orders, and profile views.
• Portfolio Management: Showcase past work with image and video galleries.
• Bid Management: Tools to submit and track proposals on project listings.
• Withdrawal System: Request payouts via bank transfer or PayPal.
  

For Employers (Buyers)

• Project & Job Posting: intuitive forms for posting gigs or permanent roles.
• Applicant Tracking: Manage proposals, download CVs/resumes, and schedule interviews.
• Private Messaging: Real-time chat with freelancers before and during projects.
• Milestone Payments: Break down large projects into fundable milestones.
• Team Management: Create company profiles and manage team member access.
  

Admin & Monetization

• Commission Management: Automate revenue splits on transactions.
• User Role Management: Distinct permissions for Admins, Employers, and Freelancers.
• Listing Moderation: Approve or reject jobs and services before they go live.
• Verification System: Tools to verify user IDs for safety.
• Advanced Reporting: Detailed logs on site activity, revenue, and user growth.

Would you like me to draft a sample “About Us” page or a “Terms of Service” outline for a marketplace built with this theme?