FAQs
Got questions about OkayDev?
You're in the right spot.
Learn about our community, its origins, the "okay devs", and membership perks.
What is OkayDev and who is it for?
At OkayDev, we’ve built a platform where creatives of all kinds, including freelancers, studios, and agencies, can connect and showcase their work.
While many portfolio sites focus solely on design, we celebrate the innovative, interactive projects that bring ideas to life. Whether you’re a developer, designer, or multidisciplinary creator, explore live projects, expand your network, celebrate launches, and draw inspiration from industry leaders.
How did OkayDev get its start?
In 2018 our founder, Eric Van Holtz, set out to create a safe space for innovative creative developers to connect, collaborate, and grow. The goal was to stay small so that each new member could be celebrated, joining a group of familiar names, with discussions and insights we can all learn from.
Is OkayDev free to use?
Yes. A free account includes a profile, a portfolio where you can list up to 6 projects, and full access to Okay Social. There's no trial period and no card required.
When you want more, PRO and Lifetime add unlimited listed projects, automatic Gallery inclusion for new projects, a Directory listing, and more. Read more about the free plan or compare all plans on the Pricing page.
What is Okay Social?
Okay Social is a chronological feed for sharing work, ideas, links, code, and works in progress. Posts appear in order from the people you follow, and membership never changes where you land.
No ads. No ranking. No BS. Learn more about Okay Social.
How many projects can I list?
Free accounts can list up to 6 projects at a time. PRO and Lifetime accounts can list unlimited projects.
Unlisted projects don't count toward the limit and are never deleted. To list a different project once you have 6, open one of your listed projects, open Project Details, switch it to Unlisted, and save. More about listing limits.
How do the Gallery and Directory work?
- The Gallery is a curated collection of member projects. New projects created by PRO and Lifetime members appear automatically. Free members' listed projects, and projects created before upgrading, can be hand-picked by the OkayDev team.
- The Directory lists Okay Devs and PRO members, with search and filters for skills and tools, availability, location, and more.
How do I post a job?
Job postings are free, but every post is reviewed for quality and relevance. Premium upgrades are available if you want more reach, like a newsletter mention, social media posts, or a homepage feature.
Sign in and open Job Post Submission to get started. More about job postings.
Who are the "OKAY" members?
OKAY members are people the OkayDev team has invited into the community and recognized with the exclusive OKAY badge. The badge is a mark of their contributions to the industry.
How do I get the "OKAY" badge?
The OKAY badge is by invitation only from the OkayDev team. It can't be purchased or applied for.
The OKAY community began in our original private Slack, where creative developers were invited and recommended colleagues they respected. Invitations still follow that spirit.
Members with the badge receive:
- Access to our private Slack workspace
- Discord "OKAY" role
- Exclusive "OKAY" profile badge
- Customizable profile options
- Article features
- Social media promotion
- And more…
What are the benefits of a PRO subscription?
PRO helps your work get seen and makes it easier to get hired:
- Unlimited listed projects
- Automatic Gallery inclusion for new projects you create
- A Directory listing with availability and contact options
- The case study builder, video, and project collaborators
- A PRO badge and priority support
See why go PRO or compare every plan on the Pricing page.
How does Lifetime work?
Lifetime is one payment with no renewals. It includes everything in PRO, immediate access to new features, a LIFETIME profile badge, and premium support.
Seats are limited to 250 per account type, and the price steps up as they're claimed. See how many seats are left.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel PRO from Membership in your account settings whenever you like. Your plan stays active until the end of the period you've already paid for, then your account returns to Free. Your profile and work stay put.
What happens to my projects if I cancel PRO?
Nothing is deleted. If you have more than 6 listed projects when PRO ends, your 6 most recent stay listed and the rest are unlisted automatically. You can list one again by unlisting another.
PRO-only features, like your Directory listing, stop applying until you upgrade again. Projects already in the Gallery stay there, but new projects are no longer added automatically. Read the details.
Do you offer refunds?
We do not offer refunds on any purchases, so please review the plans carefully on the Pricing page before you buy. If you have any questions or need assistance, we are here to help!
For details, read our Return Policy, email support@okaydev.co, or use our Contact form.
Can I use OkayDev on my phone?
Yes. OkayDev works in any modern mobile browser, and you can add it to your Home Screen to use it like an app.
Once it's installed, you can turn on push notifications and get alerts on your phone for things like new followers, likes, comments, and mentions. You choose which types to receive in your notification settings.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. You must be 18 or older to use OkayDev. See our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions for details.
How do I delete my account?
Email support@okaydev.co from the address on your account and our team will take care of it.
How do I get help or report something?
Email support@okaydev.co or use our Contact form. If you're reporting something, include a link to the post, project, or profile.
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