The Availability Badge on Upwork signals that a freelancer is ready for new projects immediately. Displayed in search results and profiles, it helps you identify actively available talent.
What is the Availability Badge?
When you’re hiring, speed and timing can matter. The Availability Badge is a quick way to identify freelancers who are ready to start work right now.
Freelancers can turn on this badge to show they’re actively looking for new projects. When it’s visible, you’ll see it on their profile and in search results — giving you extra confidence that they’re available and responsive.
Can I filter freelancers by the Availability Badge?
Yes. You can filter by the Availability Badge within your open job post, in the proposal manager. When searching for freelancers to invite, you’ll be able to filter by who is available now and has the badge turned on.