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Can Anyone See My UpWork Profile?

Last updated on September 30, 2022 @ 10:31 am

As the world increasingly moves online, so too do opportunities for employment. Many people now look to the internet as a first port of call when seeking out new roles, and as such, it is important to have an online presence that is up to scratch.

One site that is increasingly being used by those looking for work is UpWork. UpWork is a freelancing platform that connects businesses with freelancers for a variety of different projects. It can be a great way to get started in the freelance world, or to find new clients if you are already an established freelancer.

However, one question that we often get asked here at FreelanceMyWay is ‘can anyone see my UpWork profile?’ The answer to this question is both yes and no.

PRO TIP: There have been reports of users being unable to see their Upwork profile after making changes to their privacy settings. It is recommended that you do not make any changes to your privacy settings until this issue has been resolved.

UpWork is a public site, which means that anyone who has the link to your profile can see it. However, unless you are actively searching for work on the site, it is unlikely that your profile will come up in a search engine such as Google. This means that unless someone knows you have a profile on UpWork and goes looking for it, they are unlikely to find it.

Of course, if you are actively looking for work on UpWork then you will want potential clients to be able to find your profile easily. In this case, there are a few things you can do to make sure your profile comes up high in search engine results.

Firstly, make sure you use relevant keywords in your profile title and description. Secondly, keep your profile updated regularly with new projects and skills. And finally, try and get positive reviews from clients so that potential employers can see that you are good at what you do.

Following these simple tips should help ensure that your UpWork profile is visible to those who need to see it.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.