Learn what GDPR is, how it applies to your Upwork account, and how to submit a GDPR DSAR request, with links to key data protection resources.
In this article
- What is the GDPR?
- What does the GDPR mean for me and Upwork?
- How do I submit a GDPR DSAR request?
- Additional Resources
What is the GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) gives EU residents more clarity and control over how their personal data is used. Personal data is anything that can directly or indirectly identify a person, such as a photo, name, bank details, medical information, computer IP address, and so on. This European-wide law replaced the 1995 Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC.
Learn more about how Upwork is complying with GDPR here.
What does the GDPR mean for me and Upwork?
Upwork’s Legal and Information Security and Privacy teams have done the necessary due diligence to be in compliance with the GDPR requirements.
We value our users’ privacy and their rights to control their personal data. Regardless of where you call home, you may close and delete your account or request the deletion of all personal information we have about you at any time.
However, we will only be following the requirements outlined by the GDPR for those living in the EEA. If you live elsewhere, we will be happy to delete your data to the extent we can reasonably do so.
How do I submit a GDPR DSAR request?
You can visit Upwork's Privacy Center to submit a GDPR DSAR request.
Additional Resources
- Data Protection Self-Assessment (UK Information Commissioner’s Office)
- GDPR FAQs for Small Organizations (UK Information Commissioner’s Office)
- What you Need to Know About the New Data Protection Rules