How to Cancel an Upwork Contract

Introduction

It’s normal to sometimes need to cancel a contract on Upwork. Not every job or client will be a perfect fit. Here is a detailed guide on how to go about this.

Steps to Cancel an Upwork Contract

Step 1: Have a thorough Discussion with your Client

• Before you take any decisive step, it’s an excellent practice to communicate your intentions to your client. Let them comprehend your reasons so you can avoid unnecessary misunderstandings. Also, this might give you a chance to negotiate better terms instead of having to cancel the contract completely.

Step 2: Closing the contract

• After you have made up your mind about closing the contract, go to the contract page on Upwork. This page details out the ongoing projects between you and the client.
• Find the specific contract you wish to end and click the ‘… More’ button on the far right, followed by ‘End contract‘. You will be required to give a reason for the termination.

Step 3: Review and Confirmation

• You’ll then be taken to a page where you’re prompted to leave a review for the work provided. This is optional, but it’s good practice to leave feedback, especially if you’ve had a positive experience with this client.
• Click on the ‘End Contract‘ button to confirm the cancellation. Congrats! You’ve successfully ended the contract.

Conclusion

Remember, ending a contract could potentially affect your performance stats and how you are perceived on Upwork. So it’s always advised to use it as a last resort when alternative solutions are not workable.