100% Free Forever

Free Marketplace Platform0% Fees for Everyone

CarerNest is now 100% free. Carers keep 100% of their rates, and families pay 0% platform fees. No subscriptions, no hidden costs, just quality care.

Everything Included, At No Cost

We've combined all our previous premium features into one free platform for the entire community.

For Care Recipients & Families

Pay carers directly with 0% platform fee

You pay exactly what the carer charges. No hidden fees, no subscriptions, and 0% platform fee for all users.

  • Browse verified carers in your area
  • View carer profiles, ratings & reviews
  • Book instantly or schedule in advance
  • Secure payment processing
  • Family dashboard & care updates
  • Insurance coverage included
  • 24/7 platform support

For Professional Carers

Keep 100% of your earnings (0% platform fee)

Keep 100% of what you earn. CarerNest is now free for all carers with no platform fees or subscription costs.

  • Set your own hourly rates
  • Build your professional profile
  • Receive instant booking notifications
  • Secure payment guarantee
  • Professional development resources
  • Insurance coverage provided
  • Carer community support

Why are we free?

Community First

We believe high-quality care should be accessible to everyone without financial barriers or platform surcharges.

Transparent Support

Our platform is supported by our mission to revolutionize the care industry, ensuring carers earn more and families pay less.

Always 0% Platform Fees:

Before (Old Model)
Carer charged £20/hour → You paid £22/hour → Platform fee £2 (10%)
Now (New Free Model)
Carer charges £20/hour → You pay £20.00/hour → Platform fee £0 (0%)
You save 100% of platform fees

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the platform fee work?

There is no platform fee! If a carer charges £20/hour, you pay £20/hour total. CarerNest is now 100% free to use for both families and carers.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. We have removed all platform fees and subscription costs. You only pay the carer's rate directly.

What happened to the platform fee?

To support our community, we have transitioned to a free model. Payment processing, support, and insurance are now included at no cost to you.

How do subscription plans work?

We have discontinued subscription plans because all premium features are now available to everyone for free.

How do carers set their rates?

Carers set their own hourly rates based on their experience and qualifications. Since there's no platform fee, you keep 100% of what you charge.

How do I get paid as a carer?

You receive your full hourly rate for every booking. CarerNest handles payment processing and no longer deducts any platform fees.

What support do carers get?

All carers get 24/7 platform support, insurance coverage, and access to our earnings dashboard for free. Previously paid features are now standard.

What happened to carer subscriptions?

We have removed all carer subscription fees. You get full access to priority placement and enhanced features for free.

Ready to get started?

Join thousands of families and carers on the UK's first completely free care marketplace.