This article explains the Identity Verified badge, shown as a checkmark next to your name after your identity is confirmed. You will be notified when it is time to verify and will receive the badge after completing the process and winning your first contract. Re-verifications may be required to maintain account accuracy. Personal data is protected under Upwork's Privacy Policy. - AI summary
To help ensure a professional, secure marketplace that everyone can trust, freelancers who verify their identity become eligible to earn an Identity Verified badge on their profile. Learn more about identity verification here.
The badge displays as a check mark next to your name. This lets anyone who sees your profile know that we’ve taken steps to confirm that you are who you say you are.
How do I get verified?
We’ll let you know when it’s time for you to complete identity verification by sending you an email and showing you a pop-up when you log into your Upwork account. You can’t verify your identity before we send you the link.
Once you verify your identity, you will be eligible to have the badge added to your profile after you’ve won your first contract.