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A Top Marketplace That's Fallen Flat - I'm Disappointed, But Etxt Still Reigns Supreme
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I was really let down by this top marketplace - it's lost its luster. Despite the disappointment, Etxt still holds its own. I've been using it for a while now, and while it's not perfect, it's still a solid choice. The platform's been around for ages, and it shows. The user interface is clunky, and the features aren't as seamless as they used to be. Still, it's not like you have a ton of other options. If you're already invested, it's worth sticking with. But if you're new to the scene, you might want to look elsewhere.
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Kalite4/10
Süreç2/10
VerdictKötü
İnterface3/10
Güvenilirlik2/10
Hello everyone!
I've had my fair share of experiences with Advego - once nearly five years ago, and again this spring and summer.
Let's just say that over the years, the platform has taken a bit of a nosedive, and if five years ago it was possible to make some money by writing articles, now the platform only offers writing fake positive reviews and posting fake ratings that don't reflect reality.
The platform
First things first, I want to talk about the interface.
It's a total mess - the site is way too cluttered, with too many unnecessary elements.
It would be so much better if they streamlined everything and made it look more neutral.
ETXT, for example, does a much better job of this.
My experience on the platform five years ago started with taking a Russian language test.
You can take it on an 80%, 90%, or a full 100%.
I scored a 100%, but I doubt it ever helped me in my work.
The test has absolutely no bearing on anything.
Orders
Unfortunately, things have taken a turn for the worse with orders on Advego over the years.
Let me explain:
The platform is now flooded with pointless orders that have nothing to do with copywriting, such as:
This is just a small part of the problem.
The majority of orders on the platform are for fake positive reviews, fake ratings, app downloads, and so on.
I was really surprised when I went back to the platform 5 years later.
It wasn't like that before.
I was actually convinced that a reputable platform like this wouldn't miss an opportunity like this.
And it's all done so openly - everything is available for free, clients aren't hiding anything, they're sharing links, passwords, and details.
I consider this way of making money to be dirty, and I didn't come to the platform for this.
Minimum payout and commission
Advego has a very high minimum payout threshold.
As of 2025, you need to accumulate 1500 rubles to withdraw your earnings, which is a lot more than etxt, where you can withdraw your first payout of 200 rubles, and the second one of 150 rubles.
This minimum payout can take a long time to accumulate, especially for newbies.
Or for those who don't take on order reviews and ratings.
I think this is not entirely fair.
Regular payouts can motivate you to write more, and I've personally struggled with getting my first payout from Advego, despite taking on orders regularly and trying to get higher-paying gigs.
It took me three weeks of hard work to finally get my payout, and the orders I was taking on were quite detailed and required a lot of expertise.
I always work hard to deliver high-quality content, but even with that, I couldn't get a payout of more than 400 rubles per order, which is the maximum.
Plus, Advego takes a commission, but they don't make it clear how much of your earnings go to the platform, and you only find out after you receive your payout minus the commission.
It's different from etxt, where they always show you the commission amount before you take on an order.
Why new authors can't earn much on this platform
First of all, there's the rating system.
Every author has a rating that anyone can see, including clients.
For example, here's a screenshot of the top-performing authors on the platform:
It's clear that the platform has been around for a while, with over a thousand projects completed and more than 5,000 orders fulfilled.
I'm not sure who these people are or how they manage to do it, but it's definitely impressive.
Maybe they take on all sorts of orders, maybe they're not picky about writing sponsored reviews, or maybe they're just seasoned pros at copywriting...
Personally, I've only received a total of 15 orders (including work from 2020), and I've barely scraped by twice.
I don't participate in shady orders or sponsored reviews; I only write about my niche topics and focus on copywriting (I've never taken on rewrites, as they pay much less and require more work).
Secondly, new authors aren't given the chance to tell their story.
To fill out the 'About Me' section, you need to complete 50 orders.
Newbies who sign up for the platform are deprived of the opportunity to share their story and showcase their education - their profile will be empty until they complete 50 projects.
Who's going to give good orders to an author with an empty profile?
It makes sense to offer these orders to seasoned authors.
I think this is an unfair approach to new authors.
You can at least upload your diploma on etxt and have a corresponding badge in your profile.
You can also fill out the 'About Me' section without any restrictions.
But this platform takes that away from newbies.
I just don't get the point.
Maybe a talented author will come to the platform with a desire to earn, but in the end, without any rating on etxt, they'll be left in the dust.
Is that fair? No.
Not everyone will agree to buy their way to a higher rating.
That's not copywriting anymore, and it's not entirely honest work.
My experience
In the past, I had a different profession that I no longer work in, but I still have my education and work experience.
I decided to write a few articles for sale on a narrow topic and found a client on etxt almost immediately, who I messaged privately and detailed all my strengths (since I couldn't share that in my profile).
I received the orders, but I couldn't sell the articles.
The articles can actually sit on sale for a pretty long time.
The target audience of readers, judging by the headlines, seems to be some kind of Zen master:
I'd also like to talk about the clients.
I've been lucky on etxt and had some decent clients.
The one thing that really annoyed me was the long time it took for my orders to be verified (usually around 4-5 days).
I only had one client who immediately approved my application (the order was super easy with a decent payment).
I wrote the work in literally an hour and a half, and he checked it right away and paid immediately.
It's so nice to work with clients like that!
From the time I submitted my application to the payment, it only took 2.5 hours - that's only happened once to me.
Plus, I have a very specialized niche, I write quickly and clearly, so I didn't have any issues with clients (although I only had 2). But my niche specialty led to all my orders in my profile drying up, and my 'career' on Advego basically came to a halt.
I didn't get any copywriting orders for other topics (I submitted applications, but I didn't have a high rating and my profile wasn't fully filled out), and making money by downloading apps and writing fake reviews is beneath my dignity.
So, I managed to scrape out one minimum payment (1,679 rubles - the minimum payment is 1,500) and basically gave up on this ungrateful job.
Now, in December, I decided to go back to the platform to see if anything had changed.
But no, everything is still the same - low-paying offers, fake reviews, and the rest.
I wish I could end my review on a high note, but I don't have anything else to add, except that there's nothing to catch your attention.
I don't see any prospects for copywriting on platforms like this.
You can read my review on etxt.ru here.
From me, a rating of 2, and I wouldn't recommend it!
Thanks for your attention, and until next time!
live_helpFeatured FAQ
Is Etxt still a good choice?
It depends on what you're looking for. If you're already invested, it's worth sticking with. But if you're new to the scene, you might want to look elsewhere.
What's the return policy like?
The return policy is pretty standard - you can get a refund if something goes wrong. But be careful what you buy, as the policy is a bit too strict.
How's the customer support?
Decent customer support - they'll help you out if you get stuck. But be aware that it's only available during business hours.
What about shipping rates?
Reasonable shipping rates - not the cheapest, but not the most expensive either.
Is the user interface still user-friendly?
Ease of use is still pretty solid - even if the interface is a bit dated.
What about build quality?
Good build quality - the platform's been around long enough to iron out the kinks.
Are there any new features?
Not as many features as some of the newer marketplaces - it's starting to show its age.
Can I trust Etxt with my purchases?
Still a huge user base - you'll find plenty of buyers and sellers. But as with any marketplace, be careful what you buy and who you deal with.
check_circlePros
- •Still a huge user base - you'll find plenty of buyers and sellers
- •Decent customer support - they'll help you out if you get stuck
- •Reasonable shipping rates - not the cheapest, but not the most expensive either
- •Good build quality - the platform's been around long enough to iron out the kinks
- •Ease of use is still pretty solid - even if the interface is a bit dated
- •Return policy is pretty standard - you can get a refund if something goes wrong
cancelCons
- •User interface is seriously outdated - it's like they're stuck in the past
- •Features are clunky and hard to navigate - it's a real pain
- •Not as many features as some of the newer marketplaces - it's starting to show its age
- •Customer support is only available during business hours - not super convenient
- •Shipping rates are a bit higher than I'd like - it adds up
- •Return policy is a bit too strict - be careful what you buy
