Freelancer Plus is a subscription plan on Upwork that offers several advantages for freelancers. It's designed to help you land more projects, gain greater visibility, and streamline your workflow.
When you upgrade to a Freelancer Plus plan, you'll receive the following perks:
- 90 extra Connects per month to help you find great new projects
- Full access to Uma, Upwork’s Mindful AI. Upgrade to remove weekly usage limits so you can complete your work faster from start to finish. Learn more about Uma and watch the video below.
- View competitor bids for any job. See what competitors are bidding to gain a winning edge
- Get exclusive access to the Freelancer Plus group. Building your network is critical as you grow your business. With this membership, you’ll be able to connect virtually and in person with a successful group of Freelancer Plus members who can share tools and advice
- Enjoy a 0% freelancer service fee when you bring new clients to Upwork. That’s 0% in freelancer service fees on all your contracts with those clients forever. Clients cannot have an existing Upwork account; reach out to us for more information
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Customize your profile
- Keep your profile active even when you take a break. Rest assured you are not missing opportunities when you allow your profile to be active
- Keep your earnings private. Control who sees how much you've earned
- Build your brand with a custom profile URL, so clients can remember how to find you
In addition to these exclusive perks, Freelancer Plus members also enjoy:
- Unused connects rollover: Carry over unused Connects to the next month.
- Hourly protection: Ensure you're paid for every hour worked on hourly contracts.
- Secure payments: Receive payments through milestones for fixed-price contracts.
Is Freelancer Plus right for you?
This depends on your goals and current Upwork activity. Here are some factors to consider:
- High-volume freelancers: If you frequently submit proposals and run out of Connects, Freelancer Plus can be a time-saver.
- Building a portfolio: The project catalog is an excellent way to showcase your work, especially if you're new to Upwork.
- Focus on project-based work: If you prefer hourly projects, setting your rate and seeing client budget ranges can be beneficial.
Freelancer Plus can be a valuable tool in your Upwork arsenal. However, consider your individual needs and weigh the benefits against the subscription cost. Regardless of your choice, remember to optimize your profile, write effective proposals, and deliver excellent client service for sustainable success on Upwork!
Upgrade to Freelancer Plus
- Select your profile icon in the top right corner, then choose Membership plan from the drop-down selections
- Select Change Plan to see pricing options and make your selection
- Choose the Monthly tab or the Annual tab (annual is a beta option and may not be available on all accounts)
- Choose the Upgrade to Plus Monthly or Upgrade to Plus Annual button
Switch from a monthly to annual plan
If an annual membership is an option on your account, you’ll see it when you select Change Plan.
- Select your profile icon in the top right corner, then choose Membership plan from the drop-down selections
- Select Change Plan to see annual pricing and make your selection
- Choose the Annual tab
- Choose the Upgrade to Plus Annual button
