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Right now I have a simple bash script that opens the Recent Jobs page in Firefox every 4 to 5 minutes. I manually look at the new jobs and close the tab. I'm wondering if it's worth taking this a step further.

My idea is not to auto apply, auto message clients, auto bid, or interact with the site in any way. The only goal would be:

• Open the Recent Jobs page using my own logged in Firefox profile.
• Wait for the page to fully load.
• Read the HTML/DOM to detect if there are any new jobs.
• If there are, send myself a desktop or Telegram notification.
• No clicks, no scrolling, no form submissions, no automated proposals.

I know it's technically possible with browser automation tools, but I'm more interested in whether anyone has discussed this with Upwork or knows how they view this kind of passive monitoring.

Has anyone built something similar, or received guidance from Upwork on whether this kind of personal notification tool is acceptable? I'm trying to stay within the rules and don't want to risk my account over something that's only meant to notify me about new jobs.

Does anyone know when the next cycling event in Lahore will be?

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to put a warning out there about a highly manipulative Easypaisa scam I ran into today. Fortunately, I caught on before they could do any damage, but it’s easy to see how someone could fall for it.

How the scam works:

1- The Initial Call: I got a normal cellular call from an international-looking number (00973432003737). The person on the line asked if the SIM was registered in my name and if I used an Easypaisa account on it. I said yes.

2- The Pivot to WhatsApp: They told me I would receive a WhatsApp video call shortly for verification.

3- The Trap: A few moments later, I got a WhatsApp video call from a local mobile number (+92 344 0837579).

4- The Threat: The scammer aggressively demanded that I turn on my camera and show my face for "official facial recognition."

They threatened that if I didn’t comply immediately, my Easypaisa account would be suspended and permanently blocked.

Luckily, my gut told me this was a total fraud, so I hung up, blocked them, and have already reported the numbers to Easypaisa support.

Why they do this: They want a clear video/recording of your face. They can use this biometric data to try and bypass facial recognition verification apps, or they might just use the high-pressure video call environment to trick vulnerable people (like the elderly) into sharing OTPs or pin codes.

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for some clarity on how Payoneer’s Annual Account Fee works if I plan on leaving my account dormant for a long period, and how best to avoid incurring charges down the road.

If I don’t receive any payments and keep the account completely inactive for several years, do annual fees keep piling up in the background?

Specifically:

• If I maintain a $0 balance each year: Will the annual fee still trigger and accumulate as a negative balance, only to be deducted the moment I finally receive funds in the future?
• Preventing fees: Is there a recommended way to "pause" or keep the account dormant without racking up inactivity or annual fees?
• Account Settings: Are there any specific settings or steps I should take right now to ensure I don’t get hit with a surprise bill later when I decide to use the account again?

Account deletion is not an option; I read on Payoneer's website that after deleting an account, you cannot recreate one using the same email address.

Would love to hear from anyone who has left their account at $0 for a long time, or if any official mods here can clarify the current policy.

Thanks!

I randomly stumbled upon this today while digged into my account settings, and I had no idea it existed. It's called Your Digital Legacy.

Why YSK: it allows you to decide exactly what happens to your data if you stop using your account or pass away. You can set a timer, and if Google doesn’t detect any login or activity from you, it triggers your plan.