Mayple is a marketing talent platform, founded in 2017 with offices in Israel and New York, that matches businesses with vetted marketing experts. Most clients are ecommerce and direct-to-consumer brands running paid ads, email, SEO, social media or conversion optimisation. Mayple bills clients upfront and pays experts monthly, by the 15th, for the previous month’s work. It works with individual freelancers and small agencies of up to 10 people, and requires at least four years of relevant marketing experience.
At a glance
| What it is | A vetted marketing talent platform |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Main clients | Ecommerce and DTC brands |
| Channels | Paid ads, SEO, email, social, CRO and more |
| Requirement | At least 4 years of relevant experience |
| Who can join | Freelancers and agencies up to 10 people |
| Payment | Monthly, by the 15th, by bank or wire |
How it works
You register, which Mayple says takes about 20 minutes, and then attend a virtual vetting meeting of 1 to 1.5 hours with tactical marketing questions. Mayple’s site describes 141 vetting criteria. Once approved, you receive opportunities only from clients who have already paid through Mayple. Its AI matching proposes experts, and clients often choose between a small shortlist. Mayple also monitors performance during engagements.
Payment
Because clients pay Mayple upfront, experts don’t chase invoices. Payment arrives by the 15th of each month for the previous month’s work, by bank or wire transfer. Mayple doesn’t publish its margin for experts. Client packages reported by third parties start in the low thousands of dollars a month, depending on the channel.
Getting accepted
Show results from real campaigns: spend managed, returns achieved, growth driven. Mayple’s vetting focuses on specialists rather than generalists, so present yourself in a clear channel, such as Meta ads or email marketing for Shopify brands. Be ready to talk through tactics in detail.
Working on Mayple
Expect a more managed experience than an open marketplace. Mayple reviews performance and may suggest changes, so regular reporting and clear communication matter. Ecommerce experience, particularly with Shopify brands, is a strong advantage.
Is it worth it?
For experienced ecommerce marketers, Mayple can be worth it because the clients have already paid and payment is predictable. It suits specialists who like structured engagements and don’t want to spend time selling. If you prefer full control over clients, pricing and how you work, a general marketplace or your own clients may suit you better.
Getting started
Before registering, gather evidence from two or three strong campaigns, including channel, budget, results and what you changed to get them. Choose your main channel carefully, since Mayple favours specialists. Prepare for the vetting meeting as you would for a client pitch, with clear answers about tactics, testing and reporting.
Common mistakes
Some marketers present themselves as generalists and struggle in vetting. Others underestimate the reporting expected once a client is live. Be specific and keep clients informed.
Agencies on Mayple
Mayple accepts small marketing agencies of up to 10 people, not just individual freelancers. For a small agency, it can be a source of pre-paid clients without a dedicated sales team. Agencies go through vetting like individuals, so prepare case studies that show the agency’s results, and make sure whoever leads the vetting meeting can talk through the tactics behind them.
Tools and reporting
Mayple gives clients visibility into campaign performance, so experts should be comfortable sharing data and explaining results regularly.
Who Mayple’s clients are
Most clients are online stores and direct-to-consumer brands that want to grow sales through paid ads, email and other channels. Experience with Shopify and common ecommerce tools helps you get matched faster.
Owen’s take
Mayple is worth applying to if you’re an experienced ecommerce marketer who wants pre-paid clients and monthly payments. It’s selective and managed, so it suits specialists who are comfortable being measured.
Who it suits
It suits experienced marketing specialists and small agencies, especially in ecommerce. It suits less well generalists or marketers with under four years of experience.
Similar options
- MarketerHire matches marketers across many roles.
- Legiit sells SEO and marketing services.
- Upwork is the largest general marketplace.
- Fiverr sells packaged gigs.
More options are in Freelancing.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Clients pay upfront
- Monthly payments
- Small agencies welcome
Cons
- Four years’ experience required
- Mostly ecommerce clients
- Margin not published
FAQ
How much experience do I need for Mayple?
At least four years of relevant marketing experience.
How does Mayple pay experts?
By the 15th of each month for the previous month, by bank or wire.
Can agencies join Mayple?
Yes, agencies of up to 10 people.
What is Mayple’s vetting meeting?
A 1 to 1.5 hour virtual meeting with tactical marketing questions.
What clients use Mayple?
Mostly ecommerce and direct-to-consumer brands.
