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Direct Contracts Disputes

Important: We are changing the way Direct Contracts work on Upwork. You will still be able to create Direct Contracts and send contract proposals to clients who aren't on Upwor...

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Direct Contracts with clients

Direct Contracts let you invite clients who don’t have an Upwork account to work with you on Upwork. You’ll pay lower freelancer service fees on contracts with those clients, wh...

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Direct Contracts with freelancers

We understand how important it is to work with the right person, because a good connection can last you a lifetime. If your freelancer has invited you to have a Direct Contracts...

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How to Accept and Fund a Direct Contract

At Upwork, we’re committed to helping you connect with the talent and expertise you need. With Direct Contracts, you can easily work with independent professionals in over 180 c...

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How to stay safe with Direct Contracts

You can use our platform to work with a client who doesn’t already have an Upwork account. We call these relationships Direct Contracts, and we want you to use them in a safe an...

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