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Upwork is the world’s largest human and AI-powered work marketplace, connecting businesses of all sizes with highly skilled independent talent. From startups to Fortune 100 enterprises, companies rely on Upwork to find trusted experts across 10,000+ skills in web and app development, design, finance, customer support, consulting, and more. Built for the AI era, Upwork combines human ingenuity with smart tools like Uma™, our mindful AI, to streamline hiring, match top talent faster, and deliver outcomes at scale. With flexible solutions like Business Plus, Upwork gives SMB leaders and growing companies a faster, easier way to scale. Business Plus offers access to top-tier talent, hands-on support, and advanced tools to simplify hiring, onboarding, and project management, all in one place. By integrating AI-powered solutions with human ingenuity, Upwork helps businesses manage projects with greater efficiency and effectiveness. Companies can leverage the platform to not only find the right experts but also to oversee project progress and outcomes seamlessly. This combination of skilled freelancers and intelligent tools empowers organizations to move faster, optimize spending, and ultimately unlock growth opportunities in an increasingly competitive landscape. Whether filling skill gaps, scaling complex projects, or driving digital transformation, Upwork helps businesses move faster, spend smarter, and unlock growth. This is where expert talent and AI-powered solutions come together to get work done.
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Yes Good platform but i have invest…
Yes Good platform but i have invest more not getting that kind of result but Rather this best platform
Your payment security delay is…
Your payment security delay is horrible, even when I've already received multiple payments for approved milestones from the same client. Once their payment method is verified and I've submitted milestone work that is approved, WHY do I need to wait another 5 days???
Opportunities to work.
The app’s internal management is solid
The app’s internal management is solid. But a 15% fee on almost every contract is way too high. I feel like that’s the biggest thing that needs improvement.
Great platform to connect with clients.
This app changed my life
This app changed my life. Forever grateful for the opportunity of being able to work while still being a student.
Job lottery, for freelancers!
Look I wouldn't pay to maybe get a pizza so I won't be paying to maybe get a job. They hide this well after you waste your time creating your profile. Probably banking on sunk cost. I'll be honest it's pretty useless if not a net negative experience, so for pettiness sake here's a small net negative given right back.
It is a great platform lot of…
It is a great platform lot of opportunities for freelancers
Upwork is good it provides with clients…
Upwork is good it provides with clients and connect freelancers with it....
It just that upwork has become expensive if the proposal did not get see by client the connect should be returned or atleast some of it
I had my account permanently revoked…
I had my account permanently revoked after asking a question within Upwork’s own messaging system about whether direct communication was allowed — and I explicitly stated I did not want to violate any rules or get anyone in trouble.
I never took work off-platform, never attempted to bypass fees, and was trying to comply with their policies. Despite that, my account was blocked for “serious violations” with no meaningful explanation.
The enforcement feels overly aggressive and lacks basic context or common sense. If even asking a cautious question in good faith can lead to a permanent ban, it creates an environment where users are punished for trying to follow the rules.
Very disappointing experience.
My experience with Upwork has been very…
My experience with Upwork has been very positive. The system is easy to use, connects with clients around the world, and provide secure payment protection. I highly recommend anyone looking to work online.
Great place to find a trusted remote job
Payment is always in time, many new jobs daily but still have few scammers using this platform so real developers need to be careful during contract review
Upwork has been a really helpful…
Upwork has been a really helpful platform for connecting with quality clients and meaningful projects. Like any platform, it has its limitations, but what matters most to me is the sense of security it provides when it comes to getting paid for my work.
I love the website it’s secured
I love the website it’s secured - user friendly and helps freelancers to communicate effectively
I had a great experience using Upwork
I had a great experience using Upwork. The platform is very user-friendly and makes it easy to connect with skilled professionals from around the world. I appreciate the secure payment system and clear communication tools, which help ensure projects run smoothly. The variety of talent available is impressive, and I was able to find exactly what I needed in a short time. Overall, Upwork provides a reliable and efficient way to get work done and collaborate with freelancers.
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