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How does escrow work in UpWork?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 9:50 pm

Escrow is a process by which a third party (usually an escrow agent) holds funds in trust for two or more parties until a specified goal is met. In the case of online work, the parties are usually the contractor and the client.

When a contractor signs up for an UpWork project, they agree to have their payment deposited into an escrow account. The project description will usually state when and how the payment is to be released.

In the event that the contractor does not meet the stated goal, the client can file a dispute with the escrow agent. If the dispute is resolved in the contractor’s favor, the escrow agent will release the payment to them.

PRO TIP: If you are considering using escrow on Upwork, please be aware that there are a few potential risks involved. First and foremost, if you are not comfortable with the freelancer you are working with, or if you have any doubts about their ability to complete the project, using escrow may not be the best option. Additionally, please be sure to carefully review the terms of service for both Upwork and the escrow service you choose to use, as there may be fees or other charges associated with using escrow. Finally, please remember that once funds are deposited into escrow, they may not be immediately available for withdrawal; be sure to plan accordingly.

If the dispute is not resolved, the payment will be released to the client.

UpWork is a great platform for finding contract work. It is easy to find projects and contractors, and payment is released promptly.

The only downside is that there is no built-in dispute resolution system, so if something goes wrong, the contractor may have to take the matter up with the client.

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.