How to Get Paid Hourly on Upwork

Getting paid hourly on Upwork is a process that involves several steps. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to set it up.

Setting up a Contract

• After you’ve been hired for a job, you make sure your contract is set to hourly. You should be able to see this information in the contract details.
• Ensure that your client has a verified payment method. Upwork can provide security for hours worked on hourly contracts if these conditions are met.

Logging your Hours

• Download and install the Upwork Desktop App. This app tracks your hours while you work and takes screenshots of your work periodically, which serves as proof of work for your clients.
• While working, ensure the app is running and you’re logging the correct hours into the correct contract.

Getting Paid

• At the end of each week, your hours are invoiced automatically. The client has some time to review the hours — this period is known as the review period.
• After the review period, if all is well, the funds become available to you according to the Upwork payment schedule.

Remember, always be clear about the terms and working hours with your client before starting a job to avoid any confusion later. Happy freelancing!