Connecting via What's App?

[f030dd83]

I am new to Upwork. Is it normal for a client to want to connect via What's App rather than messaging/hiring here on Upwork? They are asking for my full name and e-mail address but I have not been hired for the job yet.

[martina_plaschka · Accepted solution]

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Victoria F wrote:

I am new to Upwork. Is it normal for a client to want to connect via What's App rather than messaging/hiring here on Upwork? They are asking for my full name and e-mail address but I have not been hired for the job yet.

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Scammer. Stop talking to them. 

[f030dd83]

Thank you so much for letting me know!

[m_terrazas]

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Victoria F wrote:

Thank you so much for letting me know!

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Before continuing to submit proposals, it would be nice if you read the TOS carefully and read about possible scams in the forums.

I'm telling you for your sake.
Luck!

[a_lipsey]

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Victoria F wrote:

I am new to Upwork. Is it normal for a client to want to connect via What's App rather than messaging/hiring here on Upwork? They are asking for my full name and e-mail address but I have not been hired for the job yet.

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As others mentioned, this is a scam. Upwork TOS prohibits sharing contact information or communicating off platform until you have an Upwork contract in place. If a client asks to communicate off platform prior to having a contract in place, you can remind them that Upwork TOS does not allow it pre-contract, and if they balk, they are likely a scammer. Most reputable clients will be understanding that you want to follow the rules.