Disputes

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? Learn more about escrow refunds for fixed-price contracts. We know you take time to interview and carefully consider the freelancers and agencies you con...

We understand that projects don’t always go as planned. When you end a fixed-price contract with remaining funds in escrow, you can request an escrow refund. Good to know: If yo...

While the vast majority of work done on Upwork goes smoothly for both parties, disputes can occasionally 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) to avoid being billed and...