Ending a Contract on Upwork

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Locate the Contract

Firstly, you need to go to the ‘Jobs’ tab under the ‘My Jobs’ section and locate the specific contract you want to end.

2. Choose ‘End Contract’

Next, on the job details page, click on the ‘…’ button and from the dropdown menu choose the ‘End contract’ option.

3. Giving Feedback

You will be then asked to give feedback about your experience with the client and the job. This is an optional step but it’s good practice to leave accurate and honest feedback which will be helpful both to the client and other freelancers.

4. Confirm Action

After entering the feedback, confirm that you want to end the contract by clicking on the ‘End contract’ button.

Things to Consider:

• Work Delivery: Ensure that all the agreed works are delivered and approved by the client.
• Payment: Verify that all payments for the work done have been cleared before ending the contract.
• Communication: It’s often appreciated that you inform the client about ending the contract before doing so.
• Feedback: Be mindful when leaving feedback. Remember, it can impact your future job prospects on Upwork.

Remember, ending a contract properly is as important as starting one, as this will reflect on your professionalism and reputation in the freelance marketplace.