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Do You Have to Pay to Be a Freelancer on UpWork?

Last updated on September 30, 2022 @ 10:14 pm

As a freelancer, one of the questions you may have is whether you have to pay to be a freelancer on UpWork. The answer is no, you don’t have to pay to be a freelancer on UpWork. UpWork is a freelancing platform that allows you to find work and get paid for your work, without having to pay any fees.

UpWork is free for freelancers to join and use. You only pay when you choose to work with a client and agree to their terms.

PRO TIP: If you are thinking of becoming a freelancer on Upwork, be aware that you will have to pay a fee in order to use the platform. The fee is typically 20% of the total amount you earn from a project, so make sure you factor this in when bidding on jobs.

Once you’ve found a client and agreed to work with them, you’ll be asked to sign a contract which will outline the terms of your agreement, including how much you’ll be paid. Once the contract is signed, you can start working and will be paid according to the terms of your contract.

So, in answer to the question, no, you don’t have to pay to be a freelancer on UpWork. You only pay when you agree to work with a client and sign a contract outlining the terms of your agreement.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.