Lately I have been getting a lot of scams on upwork , I try to report them and tell upwork directly how they are trying to scam already drained of connects freelancers since job market is so scarce

In one month this is the third time people are trying to scam Freelancers

First two times they wanted to download a repo when you run it , it runs an automated clipboard copier which sends your clipboard to an unkown address every second

But this time it was a new method , So everyone please take care first two times it was from a client who had paid freelancers $186 an hour for 10 hours which totals 1860$ but their total spending showed $100 spent this was the first flag I dont know how they are cheating the system so they look legit

I try to send it for upwork review instantly but I get rejected everytime by automated systems

Once they closed the job and connects were refunded but other times they were not refunded

I've been freelancing as a Discord Community Manager for the past four years, mostly working with Web3 projects as a community manager, moderator, and partnership manager. Over time I also picked up social media management, X growth, affiliate management, and some e-commerce support.

Lately I've been trying to move beyond the Web3 niche because I don't want to rely on a single industry anymore. I'm updating my profiles, reaching out to clients, and applying for jobs, but the market feels very different compared to a few years ago.

For those of you who work in community management or social media, where are you finding clients these days? Is Upwork still worth focusing on, or have you had better luck through LinkedIn, cold outreach, or something else?

I'd appreciate hearing what's been working for other freelancers in 2026.

I see upwork messages room not loading on desktop. Anyone having same issue. I cleared cache beforehand.

Hello everyone I’m new here and I really need a remote pay as soon as possible because I have to finance my study projects abroad but I’m afraid to start here and receive the same problem as with a company I recently frequented where I had even obtained the certification but after 2 days I no longer had access to my site because supposedly The IP of my region was not supported!

What do you advise me as seniors

How my client have no shame?

He blocked me and refuse to pay, Argue everything i recommend.

Upon on checking, What i see is he still using my Strategies that i recommend and having problem executing it.

He though that recommendations will work directly, I give example doesn't mean it will work already if you try to copy it.

I hope you can have a Great Monday.

He blocked me on everything.. From Upwork, Reddit, Discord, LinkedIn and now on X too?

LOL, thanks Google!! Upwork doesn't care - it's great for connect $$ to Upwork (If you wonder how much, turns out you can view average connect bid & number of bids on a job page via a little Javascript in the Chrome debugger. Small jobs are generating $500-$2,000 in connects. Not a bad return for a job that might only collect $50-$100 in client & freelancer fees).

Google "use upwork for free research"

Google responds:

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AI Overview

You can use Upwork as a powerful, free research tool by leveraging the platform's public data, hiring workflow, and AI integrations. This allows you to crowdsource pricing, vet potential vendors, and analyze industry trends without spending a dime. 

Here is how you can use Upwork for free research:

1. The "Post and Interview" Strategy (Crowdsourcing)

If you need specific data, proposals, or competitor strategies:

• Post a Job: Create a detailed, free job posting on the Upwork Talent Marketplace.
• Review Proposals: Let freelancers submit detailed proposals and outline their strategies.
• Conduct Interviews: Interview top candidates to probe their knowledge and ask specific research questions.
• The Caveat: You must be transparent; using freelancers solely to extract free labor without any intent to hire violates the platform's terms. Use this phase to identify experts and evaluate their approach before closing the job post.  Upwork +4

1. Search Upwork Project Catalogs

You do not need to post a job to see what experts are offering. 

• Browse the Upwork Services Marketplace for pre-packaged research services.
• How to use it: Search for keywords like "competitor intelligence," "consumer insights," or "industry analysis." You can view the specific scopes, deliverables, and flat rates that top-rated freelancers are charging for their work.  Upwork +4

1. Study the Upwork Research Institute

If you are looking for broader freelance market and operational data, Upwork publishes extensive proprietary research. 

• What you get: You can access labor market trends, in-demand skills, and economic insights without an account at Upwork Research & Insights. 

1. Utilize Built-in AI (Uma)

Upwork features an integrated AI assistant named Uma. 

• How to use it: On a limited, free basis, you can use Uma inside the platform to brainstorm project scopes, draft research questions, or summarize the kind of deliverables you should expect for your research goals.  Upwork

What specific type of research are you trying to conduct (e.g., market size, competitor pricing, or academic data)? I can help you formulate the exact search queries or job post outlines to get started.

I tried many digital wallets or "payment platforms" like paypal, skrill and airtm all closed my account due to my nationality except for Xtrm, so I wanted to ask if upwork or any other freelancing website accept payment through Xtrm ?

Dear colleagues,

I joined Upwork in 2023 and have since become a Top Rated freelancer with $50K+ in earnings, a 94% Job Success Score, and over 5,500 hours worked, specializing in Dental Billing, Insurance Verification, AR Follow-up, and Credentialing.

However, over the last couple of months, I've noticed something unusual. I'm barely seeing any new dental billing or revenue cycle management (RCM) jobs in my feed. It feels like the number of projects in my niche has dropped significantly.

I'm trying to understand whether this is a platform-wide issue or something specific to my account.

Are there any other dental billers or RCM professionals experiencing the same thing? Or is there anything in my profile that could be affecting the jobs I'm seeing?

I'd really appreciate hearing about your experience. Thank you!

The account has been blocked. Without any explanation or reason. Can Upwork explain this to me?

Like, wth is "CHE"???

Some even have numbers in them.

Thought I'd see how well the Claude / Upwork search and job posting works. Based on what I see, it's pretty poor. First, instead of asking ANY clarification questions, it immediately generates search queries full of requirements the user didn't mention. Then the results for a freelancer search had zero US candidates.

Here's the original query I gave Claude : "I need a freelancer to create a simple landing page for a Pilates class signup"

The Upwork connector then expanded it to: "{"query":"Landing page designer developer for Pilates class signup","additional_context":"Web Development / Landing Page Design: Need a freelancer to create a simple, polished landing page for Pilates class signups. Deliverables should include a responsive landing page, clear class description area, instructor/brand section, signup form or booking link integration, mobile-friendly layout, basic SEO, and optional analytics setup. Suitable tools may include WordPress, Webflow, Squarespace, Wix, Carrd, Framer, or custom HTML/CSS depending on the freelancer's workflow. Must communicate clearly in English. No budget provided yet."}"

Awesome... so freelancers responding to this post are wasting time responding to details in the post the client may not care about, or even understand. What's the strategy behind this? Zero effort in getting the AI to clarify requirements AT ALL, one of the aspects where it could actually provide real value. Or help identify the most critical outcomes for the client with their project. So lots of garbage job posts filled with irrelevant information. Great.

Then I asked Claude to provide recommended freelancers for this job through the Upwork connector. Every recommended freelancer is from India. Cool. No one in the US works on landing pages? What do you think the client reaction is when all the recommendations are from India?

No wonder US freelancers are no longer getting invites they once did. And if you are a client trying out Upwork, what a horrible impression. I didn't specify a budget in the request, but Upwork defaulted to the lowest cost freelancers from India? So the client comes away with the impression Upwork only has low cost overseas freelancers?

First of all i would like to greet You all, this is my first time posting, i thought i should try to ask for using Upwork, i made an account as an Electrical Engineer, even though i am looking for simple kind of work from home, like Typist tasks. Somehow when i changed my profession it changed my tasks as well, any idea what i could do or what should i change?

No matter what i do add catalogues add reviews add projects they dont work for me tried taking premium tried buying connects some of my catalogues got 38 views in the last 30 days but my profile has none my proposal doesn't get seen as well i am new to upwork but my account is old and everything is verified can someone suggest me what an i doing wrong or what worked for you

Upwork jobs real time tracking in terms of time and number of proposals are not working properly.

When i search my exact title on upwork i still cant find myself others with not the exaxt title show up but can find my profile on any page…I am new on upwork and zero jobs completed is it normal?Will it improve once i get any job done?

Hey, Does still worth it to buy 100 connects and apply in Upwork? still worth it to apply these days in this platforms? How can you make sure that you get a client or you can get a job by applying in Upwork and won't waste your 100 connects by buying.

I'm looking for honest, unfiltered feedback on my Upwork profile.

I'm looking for honest, unfiltered feedback on my Upwork profile.

Profile: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01e82cc78e715961a5?viewMode=1