Process of Ending a Contract on Upwork

Introduction

It’s important to end contracts properly in Upwork. Not doing so may affect your Job Success Score and your relationship with the client. Here’s how it’s done.

Steps to End a Contract

1. Login to your Upwork account.
2. Go to the ‘My Jobs’ page and click on the contract you want to end.
3. Once in the contract page, click on the ‘…More’ button on the upper-right corner of the page.
4. Select ‘End contract’ in the drop-down menu.
5. Choose the reason for ending the contract and give feedback to your client if you wish.
6. Click on ‘End Contract’ button to complete the process.

Note

If you are a part of a long-term project, it’s recommended that you discuss ending the contract with your client first. This maintains professionalism and may open doors for future collaborations.

Ending Contracts and Your Job Success Score

Ending contracts and how they are ended can influence your Job Success Score. Unsatisfactory work or premature closure of projects can negatively impact your score. On the other hand, well-done completed projects with satisfied clients boost your score.

Job Success Score’s importance

• Your Job Success Score is crucial when clients are considering to hire you.
• This score can increase your visibility and attract more clients.
• A higher score gives you a competitive edge over other freelancers in your field.