All designers on 99designs work as freelancers (independent contractors). That means you're responsible for managing your own taxes, including reporting your income, paying any taxes you owe, and filing your tax returns.
Tax rules vary depending on where you live, so we can't advise you on your personal tax situation. If you're unsure about your obligations, we recommend speaking with a tax advisor or your local tax authority.
This article explains how 99designs handles taxes on your invoices, what information we need from you, and how to update your tax settings.
| Where you're based | What you need to do |
|---|---|
| Germany & Other EU Countries | Update your VAT details and complete required DAC7 reporting information. |
| Australia | Complete required SERR reporting information. |
| United States | Keep your account details current. Hyperwallet provides any necessary tax documents. |
| All other countries | Keep your account details current. |
How to update your tax information
You can manage all your tax details from the Account Settings page in your 99designs profile.
- On your 99designs profile page, click Edit Profile.
- Click Account Settings from the menu on the left side of the page.
- Under Contact information, check that your personal details are up to date.
- Scroll down to find VAT Tax Settings and SERR / DAC7 Reporting Settings. Click Edit in the relevant section to update your information.
VAT Tax Settings
If you're based in the EU, select the VAT status that applies to you, enter your tax residency address, and provide your VAT ID or Cross-Border SME Scheme ID, if applicable.
- VAT ID: A tax identification number issued to businesses registered for VAT.
- Cross-Border SME Scheme ID: A special identification number issued to eligible small businesses under the EU's Cross-Border SME Scheme.
- Tax residency address: The address associated with the country where you're considered a resident for tax purposes.
Don't have a VAT ID? You can still work on 99designs. Providing a VAT ID is optional, but if you're VAT-registered, adding your details helps ensure your invoices are issued correctly.
SERR / DAC7 Reporting Settings
If you're based in the EU or Australia, you must provide the tax reporting information required for your region. If you live in one of these regions and do not supply the required information, your account will be suspended until it's provided.
🇪🇺 European Union: DAC7
The EU's DAC7 directive requires us to collect and report certain information about EU-based designers.
We need your:
- Legal first and last name
- Date of birth
- Tax identification number (TIN) and issuing country
- Address
- Place of birth, if you don't have a TIN
🇦🇺 Australia: SERR
Australia's Sharing Economy Reporting Regime (SERR) requires us to report information about Australian designers to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
We need your:
- Legal name
- Date of birth
- Tax identification number (TFN, ABN or TIN)
- Address
Is this information required?
Yes. If you're based in the EU or Australia, you must complete the required tax reporting information in your account settings. If you don't provide it, we'll have to suspend your account until we receive the required details.
You don't need to submit your earnings or transaction history. We already have that information in our records. These are reporting requirements, not additional taxes imposed on your earnings.
How we use your information
We use your information to issue invoices correctly and meet our legal tax reporting obligations. Where required, we share relevant information with tax authorities.
Your information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
We may email you about missing information or upcoming deadlines, but we'll never ask you to send sensitive tax information by email. Always enter your details directly in your 99designs account settings.
99designs business addresses
If you need our business information for your records:
99designs LLC
850 New Burton Road, Suite 201
Dover, DE 19904
United States
99designs GmbH
Zeughofstr. 1
10997 Berlin, Germany
VAT ID: DE269449564
For invoices issued before July 1, 2026, our former German address was Salzufer 6, 10587 Berlin, Germany.
Need help?
For questions about your invoices, account settings, or tax reporting information, contact Designer Support.
If you need help with invoices issued before May 1, 2026, please contact Designer Support.
For questions about your personal tax obligations, speak with a tax advisor or your local tax authority.