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Can I Use My Work Email for UpWork?

Last updated on January 28, 2023 @ 11:21 am

You’re probably reading this because you’re considering using your work email for your new UpWork account. Can you do it?

The answer is..maybe. It all depends on how your company feels about freelancing and whether or not they allow their employees to use company email addresses for personal business.

If your company has a policy against using company email for personal business, then it’s best to err on the side of caution and use a personal email address for your UpWork account. However, if your company is okay with you using your work email for personal business, then go ahead and use it for your UpWork account.

There are a few things to keep in mind if you decide to use your work email for UpWork. First, make sure that you set up a separate account specifically for UpWork and that you only use this account for UpWork-related business.

This will help to keep your work and personal life separate, which is important both for you and for your employer.

PRO TIP: If you are using your work email for Upwork, your employer may have access to your account and messages. They may also be able to see your work history, client information, and proposals. If you do not want your employer to have this information, you should create a new email account specifically for Upwork.

Second, be aware that any emails you send or receive through your UpWork account will be subject to your company’s email policies. This means that if your company monitors employee email, they will be able to see any messages sent or received through your UpWork account.

Keep this in mind when communicating with clients and other freelancers on UpWork.

Finally, remember that even if your company is okay with you using your work email for personal business, there’s always the possibility that they could change their policy in the future. So it’s a good idea to have a backup plan in place in case you need to switch to a personal email address down the road.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

Devops woman in trade, tech explorer and problem navigator.