> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.lemon.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.lemon.io/for-developers/payment-to-developers.md).

# Payment to developers

Lemon.io developer payment — monthly via bank transfer, Payoneer, or Wise. No platform fee, no extra invoicing, 100% of agreed rate retained.

Lemon.io handles all billing centrally. Developers are paid by Lemon.io directly — they never invoice the client, chase payments, or negotiate rates during a project.

* Payment methods — bank transfer, Payoneer, or Wise.
* Payment frequency — monthly.
* No platform fee.
* Rate setting — developer’s rate based on market conditions.

**Developers receive 100% of their agreed hourly rate**. There are no hidden fees, no bidding, and no rate negotiation after the engagement starts.

What Lemon.io does not cover: taxes, equipment, paid leave, or a retaining fee between projects. These should be factored into your hourly rate when you set it.

<figure><img src="https://3625832848-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FWvMWxyFZF6vqG1hkVqdA%2Fuploads%2FfQzDjYT8JMPUv07khzBd%2FReport%20(1).png?alt=media&amp;token=f3785477-6b17-4a07-9bc7-eb74104d6899" alt=""><figcaption><p>Weekly reporting, developer's profile on Lemon.io.</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://3625832848-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FWvMWxyFZF6vqG1hkVqdA%2Fuploads%2FbcKTe6jlh7TzOPNth2p2%2FPayment%20history%20(1).png?alt=media&amp;token=84b3cf4d-2558-4f31-9fc7-8415b68aeabf" alt=""><figcaption><p>Payment monitoring, developer's profile on Lemon.io.</p></figcaption></figure>

### **How does a developer set their hourly rate on Lemon.io?**

Developers propose their own rates during the vetting and onboarding process at Lemon.io. The platform does not cap or adjust these figures.&#x20;

When determining a competitive rate, developers are encouraged to consider the following factors:

* Market alignment;
* Availability — full-time developers offering competitive rates generally receive offers more quickly than part-time developers with higher rate requirements;
* Comprehensive costs.

<figure><img src="https://3625832848-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FWvMWxyFZF6vqG1hkVqdA%2Fuploads%2FVd0zArfKDrdQ9pwZf9ey%2FProfile%20editing%202%20(1).png?alt=media&amp;token=d547193d-b587-4fd6-a7b8-01582203ac90" alt=""><figcaption><p>Setting rates, developer's profile on Lemon.io.</p></figcaption></figure>

As a starting point, dividing your target monthly income by \~168 hours gives a useful hourly estimate. Once set, a **rate can be adjusted per project** — but no more than once every six months during an active engagement.

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