A secure and scam-resistant freelance job marketplace designed to protect freelancers from common threats like fake clients, non-payment, and identity fraud.
JobSecure emphasizes verified employers, secure payments, and scam detection, all while providing a seamless platform for freelancers and employers to connect.
To create a trustworthy platform for freelancers by integrating:
- Scam prevention mechanisms
- Secure authentication
- Identity verification
- Escrow payment simulation
| Layer | Technologies |
|---|---|
| Frontend | React.js, Redux, Tailwind CSS |
| Backend | Node.js, Express.js |
| Database | MongoDB (NoSQL) |
| Authentication | JWT + Argon2 |
| Email Verification | Nodemailer + Email OTP |
| Payments (Simulated) | Stripe test API |
| Scam Detection | Rule-based system |
| Moderation | Admin dashboard for reports, bans |
| DevOps | Vercel (frontend), Render (backend) |
- Home Page: Clear CTAs, platform introduction, security guarantees
- User Authentication: Sign Up/Login, Email verification
- User Dashboards: For both freelancers and employers
- Profile Customization: Basic profile setup, social links
- Settings: Platform tour, themes, feedback
- Job Listings: Filterable with security indicators
- Job Details Page: Full descriptions with employer ratings
- Escrow Payment Simulation: Secure payment handling
- Scam Detection Module: Email/phone verification, reporting system
- Admin Panel: Moderation tools and user management
- Node.js (v14+)
- npm or yarn
- MongoDB
- Clone the repository
- Install frontend dependencies:
cd frontend npm install - Install backend dependencies:
cd backend npm install - Set up environment variables (see .env.example files)
- Start development servers:
- Frontend:
npm start(in frontend directory) - Backend:
npm run dev(in backend directory)
- Frontend:
/frontend: React application/backend: Express API server/docs: Project documentation
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.