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Staying Safe on Upwork

We take great measures to keep our global marketplace safe, and we’re committed to doing our best to prevent or address suspicious activity.  However, with so many users in the ...

Report Suspicious User Activity

Why Reporting Matters You can help keep Upwork secure for you and everyone you work with on the platform. If you see a violation of the Upwork Terms of Service, we urge you to ...

Report Site Vulnerabilities

This article focuses on website vulnerability, including possible opportunities for hackers. For more information about reporting Upwork-related suspicious activity by a fellow ...

General Electronic Security

You are responsible for protecting your computer and your private information everywhere you go, including on Upwork. This article includes tips and best practices you can use t...

Secure a Compromised Account

We take safety and security on our platform very seriously. If you believe your Upwork account has been compromised by any of the following, please follow the steps outlined bel...

Detect Malware

While we work hard to keep our users safe, it’s always best for you to take control of your own online safety. In this article, you’ll learn some tips and best practices for det...

Get Rid of Malware

If you’ve confirmed the presence of malware on your computer, you should take immediate steps to remove it. In many cases, your antivirus program can find and get rid of the mal...

System-Level Security Measures

We take your security seriously. To help ensure that your information stays private and secure, we have implemented the following security measures at the system level. System-L...

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