You have the flexibility to decide whether you want to work on a project even after you submit a proposal. Whether you’ve accepted other projects or changed your mind for any reason, you’re free to withdraw a proposal you made to a client’s post.

You can withdraw your proposal at any point until you are offered a contract. After that, you’ll need to turn down the offer or end the contract. You are never obligated to accept a project you don’t want. You won’t be penalized by Upwork for withdrawing a proposal or declining an offer.

However, if you used Connects to submit the proposal, they will not be refunded if you withdraw your proposal.


To withdraw a proposal

  1. Go to Find WorkProposals and offers
  2. Find the proposal you want and select the title
  3. Scroll down and select Withdraw Proposal

You can withdraw and resubmit a proposal as long as it's not boosted. However, please note that you won't be able to change the cover letter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I edit a proposal?

You can edit most parts of a proposal up to six hours after submitting it, or until the client has viewed it. After that, you can still edit the terms until a client accepts or rejects your proposal. Learn more about editing a proposal here.

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