Independent contractor agreement for platform/marketplace workers covering service terms, commission structure, and platform rules. Two signers (platform and contractor).
The Platform Independent Contractor Agreement is a ready-to-use shared economy & gig template you can send for signature in minutes. It is written for 2 signers (platform and contractor) and, by default, expires 30 days after it is sent if left unsigned. It covers two signers, agreement, employment, freelance, construction. Like every Abundera Sign template it is a convenience draft structured for ESIGN Act and UETA compliance, not a substitute for legal advice. Each signed copy is sealed with PAdES-LTA digital signatures, dual RFC 3161 timestamps, and a tamper-evident evidence package in WORM storage.
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# Platform Independent Contractor Agreement **Effective Date:** ___________ This Platform Independent Contractor Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between: **Platform:** ___________ ("Platform") **Contractor:** ___________ ("Contractor") ## 1. Platform Description **Platform Type:** ___________ **Platform URL/Name:** ___________ **Contractor Category:** ___________ ## 2. Independent Contractor Relationship (a) The Contractor is an independent contractor, not an employee, partner, agent, or joint venturer of the Platform. (b) The Contractor: (i) has the right to accept or decline any service request; (ii) controls the manner and means of performing services; (iii) may provide services through other platforms or independently; (iv) provides their own tools, equipment, and supplies unless otherwise specified; (v) is responsible for their own taxes, including self-employment tax. (c) The Platform shall not: (i) set mandatory work schedules; (ii) require exclusivity; (iii) provide employee benefits; or (iv) withhold taxes from payments. (d) The Platform shall issue a Form 1099-NEC if payments exceed $600 in a calendar year. ## 3. Onboarding and Eligibility The Contractor represents that they: (a) are at least 18 years of age; (b) are legally authorized to work; (c) have completed all required background checks and verification; (d) hold all licenses, permits, or certifications required for the services, specifically: ___________; and (e) will maintain eligibility throughout the term. ## 4. Service Standards (a) The Contractor shall perform all services professionally and in compliance with Platform guidelines, community standards, and applicable laws. (b) **Quality Requirements:** ___________ (c) **Response Time for Accepted Requests:** ___________