Why do business owners ask us for money in every job?

[feed_my_eyes]

They don't - only scammers do, and it usually happens when new freelancers are breaking the rules. Have you read the terms of service? You will also need to spend a lot more time and effort creating a good profile if you hope to attract any real clients.

[LuiggiR]

Hello Mert,

A real client will never ask you to give them money to start working, cash a check for them, work for free, or provide your personal information. Whenever you encounter these situations, please report them using the available flagging options so the team can investigate further. In addition, communicating outside of Upwork before a contract starts is a violation of the Terms of Service. A client suggesting taking communication outside of Upwork before a contract begins is a typical red flag for possible scams.

Please take some time to read through this article for more information on how you can stay safe on Upwork.