How to Give a Bonus on Upwork

Overview

Upwork has an outstanding option that allows clients to give freelancers a bonus. This is often used reward exceptional performance or perhaps simply to extend a ‘thank you’. Whatever your reasons, you can follow these simple step-by-step instructions to ensure your freelancer receives your bonus.

Instructions

Steps to Award a Bonus on Upwork:

• Firstly, visit the Upwork website and sign in to your account.
• Then, click on the ‘Jobs’ tab which is placed at the top of your homepage. From the dropdown menu, select the ‘All Contracts’ option.
• Scroll through your contracts to locate the one involving the freelancer to whom you want to give a bonus.
• Once you’ve selected the contract, click on the ‘…’ (three dots for more actions) next to that contract.
• You will see an option saying ‘Give a bonus’. Click on it.
• Input the amount you wish to offer and write a message (optional) to the freelancer.
• Finally, click the ‘Give Bonus’ button and Voila! You have successfully given a bonus.

Please make sure you have enough balance on your Upwork account when you proceed with these steps.
Note: Bonuses, once given, cannot be refunded or reversed, so decide wisely before finalizing the bonus.

Conclusion

Awarding a bonus to freelancers on Upwork is quite simple and straightforward. It’s a great way to appreciate them for their exceptional work and to strengthen your working relationship with them. All the best!