Determining if an Upwork Job is Legit

Check the Client’s History and Feedback

The best way to verify whether a job is legitimate is by examining the client’s history and feedback on Upwork. A client profile that’s filled with positive reviews from freelancers is generally a good sign.

Steps to Check Client’s History and Feedback:

• Click on the client’s name or profile picture on the job post.
• Scroll down to the “Feedback” or “Work History” section.
• Read through the feedback from different freelancers.

Look for Verified Payment Method

Never start working until the client’s payment method is verified. This information can be found on the job post itself; clients with verified payment methods have a green check mark next to their name.

Steps to Check if Payment Method is Verified:

• Go to the job post.
• Check for a green tick next to the client’s name under the ‘About the Client’ section.
• If there is a tick, it means the client has a verified payment method.

Ensure the Job Post is Well Defined

A legitimate client usually posts jobs that are detailed with clear project descriptions, expectations, and requirements. Thus, be wary of jobs with vague descriptions as they usually signal scam jobs.

Trust your instincts

At times, even when a job appears to be legitimate, you might have a gut feeling that something isn’t right. It’s essential to trust your instinct. If a job seems too good to be true, it probably is.