r/Upwork

I went on the site to see if I could get some clients and send out some proposals. I had everything sent to ship until I saw the cost to apply but that wasn’t the issue. The issue I came across was the fact that the bids by other freelancers are stupidly over the top. I pay for the premium subscription for upwork where it gives me an allotted 100 credits a month but I’m basically compelled to spend more if I want to be noticed by a potential client. This website is going down hill more and more in my opinion. I’m a solo designer and I have to compete with studios on the same field . I feel like every time I come back to this site it becomes more abrasive towards freelancers.

Sorry for the unorganized thoughts.

I'm not able to see any new job postings from about 2-3 hours. Is it happening with everyone?

Don't write Upwork job proposals using AI. But Upwork heavily uses AI to filter and suggest freelancers to clients.

Everyone ask questions to successful freelancers on this sub. Let's hear the clients side. I'm also a client on Upwork and I want to know what was the worst experience you had with a freelancer and what things can I avoid when hiring someone there? What were the red flags you noticed in a freelancer?

It started out good but within months its down to 50+proposals, 0-Jobs. What are you guys using as alternate if any with good hiring.

Hello everyone. I'm a graphic designer and still new to the freelance industry. I've been trying to find work on Upwork and other freelancing platforms, but unfortunately, I haven't landed my first client yet.

I'm starting to feel a bit discouraged, so I would really appreciate any advice, tips, or guidance on how to get my first client. If anyone is willing to share their experience or strategies for finding clients, I would be very grateful for your help.

Thank you so much to everyone who takes the time to read this and share their advice and tips. I truly appreciate it.

Hi guys, i just created new upwork account as freelancer. I am new in freelances work. My services is about AI Automation, RAG, NLP, LLM, and Chabot Building. Do you have any tips or advice on what I should set up, and which sections are essential to fill out, since those sections are crucial for boosting my account’s visibility?

Hi guys, i am new at upwork. My english is basic, i not very fluent in spoken english, but i am fluent when discussing things via text. So i plan to offer and discuss the services i proved just via chat, is it possible? Has anyone else done this and received offers without having to hold video meetings?

Hi everyone

I am a freelancer from Pakistan specializing in Online Reputation Management (ORM), Google Reviews Removal, and DMCA Takedown services on Upwork. My profile stats:

100% Job Success Score

6 completed jobs, $65 total earnings

Title: "Online Reputation Management | Google Reviews Removal | DMCA Expert"

Rate: $4.99/hr

For the past while, my profile impressions, views, and invites have basically flatlined even though I'm submitting proposals consistently. I've tried adjusting my title and overview to be more keyword-specific, but nothing seems to move the needle.

A few things I'd love feedback on:

Does my niche (ORM/DMCA) come across as too narrow or too competitive for a profile with low job history?

Is $4.99/hr too low, or does it signal "low quality" to clients in this space?

Any tips on getting invites specifically, versus just relying on proposals?

Appreciate any honest feedback — even if it's blunt. Trying to figure out what's actually holding this back.

I used to work on Upwork for 4 years, but nowadays it's hard to get hands on jobs due to the new Upwork algorithm. I want to switch to a new platform, but I need some recommendations, since, as you know, it takes time to build a profile and land the first job. So, which platform has an abundance of projects?

hello everyone, from the title itself. this is my first time in upwork, how to land a job? and do i need to buy connects? and what if i dont have a experience in data entry and VA. They can still accept me? Thank you

Daily threads of "omagherd upwork is deaed!!!111" with the usual "we should create a competitor!!!" "let's all go on strike!!111" "i interviewed for a job and my employer scammed me :'(" "upwork [a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with strong corporate governance] is making fake jobs to scam connects out of us!!!!!!"

You all need to stop being losers, get some skills, and learn how to run a fucking freelancing business.

Back in 2023, I made an Upwork account using my university email for a class assignment. Sent proposals through it back then, no work history or earnings though.

A few weeks ago I accidentally created a second account with my personal Gmail. Realized the mistake fast and deleted it right away, no proposals or activity on it at all.

Now I'm trying to update my original account's email to that personal Gmail, since that's the one I actually want to use going forward, but Upwork won't let me because it's still tied to the deleted account. I contacted support and got the standard bot response saying deleted accounts don't release their email.

Has anyone actually gotten this resolved through a human agent? Did you have to escalate a certain way or wait it out? Trying to avoid doing anything that looks sketchy to their system; I just want my one legit account on the right email.

Does this happen to anyone you work for a new client on Upwork and they goosted at this situation who is responsible for your money? Upwork?

Personally I'm a charge high and stay there type but I was wondering are any of your proposals with the stipulation you get regular raises or are you finding its better to just set a price and keep it there?

If you are the type to put in the raise what % are you finding is the sweet spot so far?