Understanding Upwork Fees for Freelancers

As a freelancer on Upwork, it’s essential to understand the fee structure so you can manage your earnings efficiently.

Upwork’s Sliding Fee Structure

Upwork uses a sliding fee structure for its freelancers. This means the fee you pay varies based on your lifetime billings with each client.

• 20% for the first $500 you bill your client across all contracts
• 10% for total billings with your client between $500.01 and $10,000
• 5% for total billings with your client that exceed $10,000

Example of How this Works

If you have a new client and your project billings with this client reaches $600, you will be charged a 20% fee on the first $500, and a 10% fee on the next $100.

Additional Fees

Do note that added to the service fee, if you choose to withdraw your earnings using methods such as PayPal or Payoneer, a transaction fee may apply.

Upwork’s Pricing Page

Remember, you can also check Upwork’s Pricing Page for detailed insight into their charges.

This fee structure is effective on Upwork since 2019 and subject to change.