This article refers to requesting a refund directly from a freelancer or agency. If you need to request an escrow refund on a fixed-price contract (funds in escrow, but not yet ...

Fixed-price contract? Go here instead. Upwork Hourly Protection allows you to dispute a freelancer’s hours if you feel the freelancer has billed you for more time than they work...

If you are ending a fixed-price contract and there are remaining funds in escrow that are no longer required for the project, you can request an escrow refund. If you want to co...

While the vast majority of work done on Upwork goes smoothly for both parties, occasionally disputes can arise. Upwork Payment Protection is structured to help protect freelance...

If you are working with a freelancer or agency and they become unresponsive for a long period of time, it may be best to pause the contract (if hourly) and wait for contact from...