How to Make Payments on Upwork

Introduction

Welcome, new freelancer! Paying on Upwork is incredibly simple and user-friendly. Let me guide you through the process.

Method of Payment

Upwork offers different ways to pay. Here are the main methods:

• Credit Card
• Debit Card
• PayPal
• Bank Transfer

Setting Up Your Payment Method

To setup your payment method, follow these steps:

• Sign into your Upwork account
• Click on your account settings (profile photo in the right-hand corner)
• Choose ‘Billing Methods’ from the dropdown options
• Click ‘Add Method’ and select a payment method that suits you

Note:

Please note that different countries have different available payment methods due to international banking laws. Make sure you choose a payment method available in your country.

Paying on Upwork

Once your payment method is set:

• Go to ‘My Jobs’
• Select the contract you want to pay
• Click ‘Pay Now’

You’ll see the payment come out of your account, and it will go into a two-week holding period before it gets to the freelancer as part of Upwork’s security measures.

Conclusion

While making payment as a client, always remember to respect the agreed milestones and pay promptly. It builds your reputation and ensures a healthy working relationship with freelancers.
Happy paying!