Cost of Using Upwork

Overview

As a freelancer, using Upwork is mainly free. However, a service fee is deducted from the payments you receive from your clients. This is how Upwork sustains its platform. Let’s have a closer look at the fees involved.

Freelancer Service Fees

When you begin a contract with a new client, the following fee tiers apply:

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

Example Scenario

If you bill a client $600, the first $500 will be subject to a 20% fee, and the remaining $100 will be subject to a 10% fee.

Other Fees

Besides the service fee for freelancers, it’s important to note that there may be additional costs such as:

• Payment Withdrawal Fees: Depending on the payment method you choose to use, additional fees may apply when you withdraw funds from the platform.
• Connects Purchase: In order to submit proposals to job postings, you’ll need connects. While you receive free connects monthly, you can also purchase additional ones if needed.

Remember, your success as a freelancer on Upwork is in your hands. Focus on delivering high-quality work and building lasting relationships with your clients to earn repeat business and minimize the impact of service fees.