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How much does UpWork charge the client?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 9:43 pm

UpWork charges clients based on a per-hour rate, with a minimum fee of $10. Clients can opt to pay per task or project, with a minimum fee of $5. UpWork also charges a referral fee for each new client that signs up through a referral link. The fee ranges from 10% to 30%, with a minimum fee of $50.

PRO TIP: Upwork charges the client 20% of the total project cost for projects under $500. For projects over $500, Upwork charges 10% of the first $500 and 5% of the remaining amount.

UpWork also charges a transaction fee of 2.9% for all payments. The fee is waived for clients who make more than $1,000 in payments in a month.

Madison Geldart

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