Contractor W9 and other questions

[Jonathan O]

New to the platform. Does using Upwork subvert the process of ensuring the scope and management of a project is eligable for contract employment and avoid needing to grab a W9 from the freelancer/contractor?

[Scott B]

I suggest you see this:

https://support.upwork.com/hc/en-us/articles/211063948-Form-W-9?flash_digest=088e35a690fbe81d57da603...

You may also find this thread helpful:

https://community.upwork.com/t5/New-to-Upwork/My-company-needs-W9-from-Upwork-for-the-money-we-have-...