Directory

Build your own freelance portfolio builder

Showcase talent and manage inquiries in an AI-powered directory built with AI that you customize to fit your agency's unique workflow.

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Data Management

Unify your talent data in real time

Connect freelancer profiles, project files, and inquiry data from spreadsheets or CRMs—or manage everything in Softr Databases. Create one source of truth for your talent.

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Power

Give every user a custom, secure experience.

Give each freelancer and recruiter the right views in a branded directory. Set up secure logins, talent groups, and permissions in minutes.

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Easy, secure logins

Softr apps are mobile-ready by default. Turn your portfolio builder into a downloadable app so recruiters can browse talent from any device.

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Works on any device

Softr apps are mobile-ready by default. Turn your portfolio builder into a downloadable app so recruiters can browse talent from any device.

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Automations

Build native automations to handle inquiry notifications, profile status updates, and auto-sync whenever a freelancer updates their gallery.

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User groups

Provide separate logins for freelancers to edit profiles and for clients or recruiters to view specific talent tiers or categories.

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Advanced permissions

Apply rules for different user groups. Customize who can view contact details or edit portfolio projects at a granular level.

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Security

Protect freelancer and client information from security threats. Softr is fully compliant with SOC2 and GDPR regulations.

Why Softr

Why Softr vs other software

No more one-size-fits-all tools or costly custom builds. Softr is easy to use and fully customizable, so you can launch faster, adapt as you grow, and skip the complexity of traditional software.

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Easy, fast setup

Build your freelance portfolio builder in minutes with AI—no manual setup or coding required.

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Consolidate your stack

Add features like skill matching, inquiry forms, and performance analytics as your talent network grows.

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Flexible as you grow

Start with a portfolio builder, then add client portals and team dashboards—all in one place.

How it works

Generate a custom freelance portfolio builder with AI

Co-build with AI

Simply describe what you need. Let Softr handle everything - Interface, database, workflows.

Iterate with AI or visually

Control most critical parts of your app yourself - roles, permissions, security.

Ship the same day

Invite team members or external clients and partners right away. No developer handover.

Customer Love

The go-to platform for business operations

Use drag-and-drop blocks to build a portal that looks sleek and modern out of the box. Add only the features you need, and iterate as your workflows evolve.

Frequently asked questions

What is a freelance portfolio builder?
What are the benefits of building a freelance portfolio builder with Softr?
What types of features can I build into my freelance portfolio builder?
How can I "vibe code" a freelance portfolio builder with Softr?
Can I manage multiple clients or teams in the same freelance portfolio builder?
Can I use Softr if I don't already have my project data in another tool?
Which data sources does Softr support for a portfolio directory?
Can I customize the user experience and permissions for my portfolio?
Can I white-label my freelance portfolio builder in Softr, including using my own branding?
Can I customize the design and layout of my freelance portfolio builder?
How secure is my project and client data in Softr apps?
Is the AI-generated freelance portfolio builder production-ready or just a prototype?
How is Softr different from other portfolio or no-code tools?
Can I automate workflows and integrate with other tools?

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Build your freelance portfolio builder

Describe what you need. Softr's AI builds your custom talent directory in minutes.