Upwork Features

Provides templates to create and distribute request for proposals.

Enables users to message with freelancers before and after an agreement.

Provides verification of a freelancer's identification.

Displays profiles of freelancers with pertinent information.

Provides a project calendar visible for both the freelancer and employer.

Shares documents like style guides with the freelancer.

Enables the user to build project workflows that are visible for both the freelancer and employer.

Provides a space to store digital assets which can be used by the freelancer.

Automatically pays the freelancer upon completion or approval of a project.

Provides a method for secure payment.

Enables the user to make payments in multiple currencies.

Provides multiple methods for the user to pay the freelancer.

Contains built-in payment processing capabilities or integrates with payment processing software

Manages budgets and deadlines.

Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with.

Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.

Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.

Creates new or templated contracts for freelance and extended workforce.

Creates, resuses, and issues request for proposals (RFPs), assignments, and other requests.

Track and organize selection of freelancers and contractors.

Invoice generation and submission for managing freelance, contract, and extended workforce.

Freelancers and other participants can create, share, and respond to RFP and work requests.

Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.

Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.

Contains a portal to facilitate third-party or client application access.

Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.