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Classification Risk

Free Contractor Classification Checker

Assess misclassification risk across US IRS 20-factor test, UK IR35, and EU Platform Work Directive rules through a 15-question directional scorecard.

US · UK · EU15-question scorecardDirectional
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Not legal advice

This tool provides a directional assessment based on common classification tests. Always confirm with qualified counsel in each jurisdiction.

  • Scoring reflects common factors from the IRS, IR35, and EU Platform Work Directive.
  • Actual classification depends on specific facts and contract terms.

Questionnaire

Answer 15 questions to see classification risk across key jurisdictions.

0/15 answered

Step 1 of 15

Control

Does the client control your work schedule or daily tasks?

Process

How it works

  1. 01

    Pick the jurisdiction

    US, UK, or EU rule set to anchor the scorecard.

  2. 02

    Answer the 15 questions

    Day-to-day control, integration, and financial factors.

  3. 03

    See the risk score

    0-100 with a plain-language classification risk band.

  4. 04

    Act on the findings

    Adjust engagement terms or route through compliant hiring.

Keep going

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Frequently Asked Questions

How should I use this classification score?+
A directional assessment before you structure the engagement. Classification depends on facts and jurisdiction, so confirm with qualified counsel where risk is material.
Which jurisdictions are covered?+
The questionnaire maps common factors from the US IRS guidance, UK IR35, and the EU Platform Work Directive.
What should I do if the risk is high?+
Adjust engagement terms, reduce day-to-day client control, or route through compliant employment/MoR/EOR workflows where required.
Does the result replace a contract review?+
No. The result is a starting point. Contracts and day-to-day practices must align.
Will you store my answers?+
Your answers are stored locally in your browser for convenience. They are not sent to a server.

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