When you hire on Upwork as a client on our free, Basic plan, you pay a Client Marketplace Fee of up to 7.99% on all payments you make to freelancers, including:
- Fixed-price and hourly contracts
- Project Catalog projects
- Bonuses
- Direct Contracts
- Consultations
- Payroll
- Expenses
- Miscellaneous charges
Good to know: The Client Marketplace Fee is higher if you are on a Business Plus plan. Learn more.
Is there a way to get a discount on the Client Marketplace Fee?
Yes, if you live in the U.S. and qualify, you can use your bank account as your billing method. If you do, you'll pay a reduced Client Marketplace Fee of 3%.
Note: This fee is not refundable, even if a payment is reversed or refunded.