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Nigeria's trusted artisan marketplace

Find, Hire
and Relax.

Hidaar connects you with verified plumbers, electricians, carpenters and cleaners. Every job is rated and paid through escrow, so it gets done right the first time.

500+ verified artisans already building trust on Hidaar
Verified artisanID & skills checked
Job posted Fix leaking bathroom pipe
Payment protectedHeld in escrow
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0Trades covered
0★Average job rating
0%Escrow-protected payments
A Hidaar artisan welding, representing the skilled craftsmanship Hidaar was built to support
Our story

Why we started building Hidaar

Not a pitch deck story. Just the problem we identified, and what we decided to do about it.

The Gap

Finding trusted artisans shouldn't be a guessing game.

Too often, homeowners rely on referrals, take unnecessary risks, and pay upfront without knowing if the job will be done right.

The Idea

Build trust into every job.

Hidaar connects homeowners with verified artisans, while secure escrow payments ensure funds are only released after the work is completed.

Building Hidaar

Designed with trust at the core.

Every feature, from verification to payments and reviews, was built to make hiring artisans simple, safe, and reliable.

What's Next

Almost ready to launch.

Hidaar is coming soon to iOS and Android. Join the waitlist and be among the first to experience a better way to hire trusted artisans.

What we do

Built around the artisan economy

Hidaar is more than a booking app. It is the infrastructure connecting skilled work with the people and businesses who need it.

Verified artisan sourcing

We find and match you with the right skilled artisan for the job, fast.

Verification & background checks

Every artisan is ID-checked, skills-tested and background-verified before taking a job.

Skill acquisition & development

Ongoing training and upskilling so artisans keep getting better at their craft.

Home maintenance plans

Scheduled, recurring upkeep for your home, handled by a trusted artisan each time.

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Tool & equipment financing

Helping artisans access the tools and equipment they need to take on bigger jobs.

Business growth for artisans

The tools, visibility and support artisans need to grow a real business, not just find gigs.

Digital marketplace & job matching

Post a job, get matched, pay safely. The core platform that ties it all together.

Customer support & dispute resolution

Real people to help when a job goes wrong, not just a form to fill out.

Coming later

Part of where we're headed, not live yet
Coming soon
Recruitment & workforce solutions

Helping businesses hire skilled trade talent at scale.

Coming soon
Internship & apprenticeship programs

Structured pathways for the next generation of artisans.

Coming soon
Hidaar Academy

A technical skills academy to train and certify artisans.

Inside the app

A quick look at how it actually works

Real screens from the Hidaar product, from finding an artisan to getting paid safely on both sides.

Hidaar client dashboard showing a search bar and trade categories like plumbing and electrical
Client dashboardSearch by trade or browse nearby
Artisan profile screen showing verification badge, ratings and portfolio
Artisan profileVerification, ratings and past work, all upfront
In-app chat screen between client and artisan
In-app chatAgree on scope and price up front
Escrow activated confirmation screen showing payment protection
Escrow activatedPayment held safe until the job's done
Artisan wallet screen showing balance and instant withdrawal
Artisan walletInstant payouts after every job
Booking complete screen with rating and review prompt
Job completeRate the work and keep the record on file
Hidaar client dashboard showing a search bar and trade categories like plumbing and electrical
Client dashboardSearch by trade or browse nearby
Artisan profile screen showing verification badge, ratings and portfolio
Artisan profileVerification, ratings and past work, all upfront
In-app chat screen between client and artisan
In-app chatAgree on scope and price up front
Escrow activated confirmation screen showing payment protection
Escrow activatedPayment held safe until the job's done
Artisan wallet screen showing balance and instant withdrawal
Artisan walletInstant payouts after every job
Booking complete screen with rating and review prompt
Job completeRate the work and keep the record on file
How Hidaar works

From problem to done, in a few taps

1

Describe the job

Tell Hidaar what needs fixing, or browse artisans directly by trade and location.

2

Compare & book

Review verified profiles, ratings and quotes, then confirm the artisan you trust.

3

Pay when it's done

Your payment sits safely in escrow and only releases once you confirm the work.

1

Get verified

Submit your ID and trade credentials, or get vouched for by a partner association.

2

Build your profile

Showcase your work, set your rates, and start receiving job requests nearby.

3

Get paid, guaranteed

Complete the job and receive your payout instantly to your Hidaar wallet.

Trust & safety

Verification isn't a checkbox. It's the whole point

Hidaar is built on the idea that trust should be provable, not assumed. Every layer of the platform exists to protect the job, the payment and the relationship.

ID & skills verification

Every artisan is checked before they can accept a single job. No exceptions.

Escrow-protected payments

Funds are held securely and only released once you confirm the work is done.

Rated after every job

Transparent reviews from real clients keep quality visible and accountable.

30-day workmanship guarantee

If the same fault recurs within 30 days, Hidaar makes it right at no cost.

Our purpose

Why Hidaar exists

Hidaar exists to close the gap between people who need skilled work done and the artisans qualified to do it. We built a platform where verification, fair pricing and protected payments aren't add-ons. They're the foundation.

For customers, that means a faster, safer, more convenient way to get quality work done. For artisans, it means real access to consistent income, without needing existing connections or upfront capital to be seen as trustworthy.

A confident, verified Hidaar artisan on the job, tools in hand
Verified on both sides, every time
A Hidaar artisan focused on skilled work

Our mission

To connect every home and business with skilled, verified artisans, and to give every artisan a fair, reliable way to earn from their craft.

Our vision

A future where finding trustworthy help is never a gamble, and skilled trade work is a respected, well-paid profession across Nigeria and beyond.

An artisan at work on a construction site, building his business through Hidaar
This month's earnings ₦184,200
For artisans

Grow a business, not just a job list

Hidaar gives skilled tradespeople the same access to customers that big companies take for granted, plus the tools to run the business side without the paperwork.

  • Steady stream of nearby job requests, matched to your trade
  • Instant payouts to your Hidaar wallet after every confirmed job
  • A public profile and reviews that build your reputation over time
  • Just a 7% platform fee, deducted from payout, never added to the client
Apply as an artisan

Join 500+ artisans already building their business on Hidaar.

Early access

Built for the people who join first

Hidaar hasn't launched yet, so instead of quotes we can't back up, here's exactly what joining the waitlist gets you.

First in line

Waitlist members get access before the public rollout in their city, no queue once we open.

Founding artisan rates

Artisans who join before launch keep a locked-in lower platform fee, for as long as they stay active.

A direct line to us

Early users shape what we build next. Your feedback goes straight to the team, not a support queue.

Join the waitlist
Join the waitlist

Be first to know when Hidaar launches

Drop your details below. We will let you know the moment Hidaar is live in your city, and founding members get priority access plus locked-in early rates.

No spam. Just one update when Hidaar goes live near you.

You're on the list. We'll email you the moment Hidaar launches.

We built Hidaar because finding help you can trust shouldn’t be the hard part.
— The Hidaar Team
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Experience the app soon!

We're putting the finishing touches on Hidaar for iOS and Android. Join the waitlist to be first to know when it's live in your city.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Hidaar is a digital marketplace that connects individuals and businesses with trusted, verified artisans for home, maintenance and skilled trade services. This includes plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, painting, cleaning and construction, all from one platform.
Every artisan goes through an identity and skills verification process before they can accept jobs. Many are also vouched for through partner trade associations, adding a second layer of accountability.
Yes. Payments are held in escrow and released to the artisan only after you confirm the job is complete. If something's wrong, a Hidaar mediator reviews the case within 48 hours.
Clients pay exactly the quoted price, nothing added. Hidaar takes a 7% service fee out of the artisan's payout only.
Hidaar is currently in development for iOS and Android. Join the waitlist above and we'll email you the moment it's available in your city.
Apply through the waitlist and select "I'm an artisan." You'll be asked for ID, trade credentials, and, where available, a reference from a partner association.

A faster, safer way to get skilled work done.

Join the waitlist today. Be first in line when Hidaar launches near you.