# NOVA: The Creative Network

> A curated freelancer platform

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1642834730](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1642834730)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1642834730`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Nova Network Inc.
- **Category:** Social Networking
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (1,153 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.119.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-13
- **First published:** 2024-01-08
- **Size:** 143 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-03
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730)
- **Website:** [https://www.itsnova.com](https://www.itsnova.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.itsnova.com/privacy-policy](https://www.itsnova.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

NOVA is the curated freelancer platform for the next generation of creatives. Our mission is to provide Network, Opportunity, and Visibility to Artists. NOVA is a first-of-its-kind multi-application platform for artists to build their network, display their work, and access job opportunities.

For clients, NOVA offers a direct link to top freelance creative talent. It is an application-based community where prospective members submit an application; after review by our board of creatives and internal team, acceptance can occur at any time. Once admitted, creatives and clients gain full access. Users must follow our community guidelines of integrity, professionalism, and privacy.

## Rankings

- #53,375 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, users praise NOVA for opening opportunities and fostering a strong creative community, with real chances to land jobs and connect with brands. However, the app is widely criticized for a paywall that gates applying for work, low pay on listings, and reliability/availability issues. Long or opaque approval processes and market limitations (favoring major hubs) amplify frustration. Some users still find value when able to access higher-quality gigs, but monetization and UX problems dominate the sentiment.

### Pros

- Opens up opportunities and helps build client relationships for creatives.
- Strong community and networking hub; many view NOVA as the new standard for creatives.
- Has led to real jobs and collaboration with brands; can meaningfully boost exposure.
- Useful for sourcing talent and connecting with top freelance creatives.
- When accessible, can be a game-changer for building your portfolio and getting noticed.

### Cons

- Paywall/subscription to apply for jobs; many say it's not worth the cost.
- Job postings are often low paying or below industry standards.
- Frequent reliability issues; the app sometimes won't open and the desktop version is flaky.
- Long or opaque application approval/review times; many accounts are stuck in review for months.
- Limited access outside major markets and gatekeeping around who can join or see jobs.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1642834730)