You can get a freelance data entry job by preparing a high school diploma or GED equivalent for job applicants seeking to begin a data entry career. However, in some cases (depending on the industry), a bachelor's degree may be required if you want to offer your clients freelance data entry services . Academic qualifications will be made clear prior to a potential data entry job interview.

In most cases, before the hiring manager decides to hire you, you may be required to take a data entry test, which assesses the accuracy of the information you enter. Many employers look for candidates who are familiar with platforms such as Microsoft Office or the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program.

Freelance data entry services may not be as easy as it may sound like, especially to those who prefer working with creativity and find it hard to follow a strict set of rules. Most of the data entry positions require you to follow a strict set of guidelines in terms of typos, formats, and particular writing style that match with the brand or the company’s requirements. Not to mention that you will always have a deadline for each of the tasks. However, if you are someone who is good with data, typing and following instructions/rules, this job is for you.