Connects

[446c5ea5]

I submitted two proposals, but just as I clicked 'submit proposal,' I found myself outside of the top four bidding positions. However, I still haven't received my boosted connects back.

[JoanneP]

Hi Basil,

I'm not quite sure if I understand correctly, but if you are referring to applying for jobs, you can search for and apply to jobs from your 'Find Work' tab. Please know that you do not need to wait for clients to invite you to apply to their job posts; you can apply to jobs in your job feed. You can find more information on how to search for jobs here. 

If you are concerned about Connects, you have the option to purchase then if you do not have enough left to submit proposals. To purchase Connects, go to Settings > Membership & Connects and click on the green 'Add More Connects' button. From there, select the amount to buy and click on the 'Buy Connects' button.

Please visit the following help articles to learn more about adding a billing method and Connects:

Add a billing method

Understanding and using Connects

[260b80c5]

Thank you for your response to me and your interest in my inquiry. In
general, I mean that My Connects has run out and I cannot apply for any
job, so this is an obstacle for me. Is there a free way to obtain that
Connects?

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[LuiggiR]

Hi Basil,

Yes, you receive 10 free Connects every month from your current membership. In addition, as detailed in the article Joanne shared above, you can earn Connects in the following ways:

• You’ll receive 30 free Connects if you earn a Rising Talent badge
• You’ll receive free Connects (the number can vary) when you win an interview with an established client on Upwork. (To prevent gaming, we aren’t sharing all the details of what we consider “established.” In general, it’s a client who has hired and spent on Upwork in the past.)
• You’ll get a one-time Connects bonus if you complete an Upwork Skill Certification

[fabffe45]

I didn't get any connects with my Rising Star Badge

[NikolaS]

Hi Vimala, 

Thank you for reaching out to us. I shared your report with our team and one of our agents will reach out to you directly via a support ticket to assist you further. You can access your ticket on this page.

[f74cdfab]

Hi everyone,

I'm trying to find out when my Connects will expire. The last time I used Connects was in December last year, and I had a few stocked up before that. I understand that Connects expire after one year, but I'm not sure if they expire as a whole or in batches. Can anyone provide some clarity on this or guide me on where to check the expiration dates for my Connects?

Thanks in advance for your help!

[PradeepH]

Hi Carlo,

When your Connects are approaching their expiration date, you will receive a notification on the Connect History page. Upon reviewing your account, I confirmed that there are no Connects expiring in the next 30 days.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. We are committed to assisting you and providing clarity whenever necessary.

- Pradeep

[f74cdfab]

Hi Pradeep,

Thank you for the information and for checking my account. It's good to know that I don't have any Connects expiring in the next 30 days. I appreciate your assistance!

Best,

Carlo

[limpot_might]

Hi team,

I have accidentally purchased connects using my Upwork earnings balance.

I intended to use my Credit Card to better manage my finances.

Can someone help me with the refund process?

[PradeepH]

Hi Might,

Thank you for your message. I understand that you've recently bought Connects, and the payment was deducted from your earnings balance. It's our standard procedure to utilize any available earnings balance in your Upwork account first when purchasing Connects. If the balance doesn't cover the entire cost, we'll then charge the billing method you have on file for the remaining amount. You can refer to this help page for more information.

- Pradeep

[b96cc64e]

How can I refund all of my connects and money? I keep on applying but its nothing my money got waste!

[b96cc64e]

I lost money because of upwork. I keep on buying connects but still clients didn't choose me and reply. They always choose the high profile and high earning they don't have conscience of giving a chance us to grow. I lost hope now.

[8294d45a]

Hi, I submitted 2 proposals. Clients didn't even view my proposals and the jobs are closed and I can see the jobs in the archived section. Does this mean I can get my connects back? or I have lost my connects? Free connects 

[cbb3abd4]

I got a notification that on completing identity verification and adding payment method i will get 50 free connects but on doing so i didnt recieve any

[PradeepH]

Hi Adway,

Thank you for your message. I checked your account and can confirm that you have already received 50 free Connects after new registrations. No free Connects are offered for completing verification and adding payment methods. Could you please share the screenshot of the notification that was sent to you? 

- Pradeep

[cbb3abd4]

i had not taken the ss, it said you can get 50 connects after verifying payment method or wait 2 days for identity verification, something like that

[ArjayM]

Hi Adway,

You're probably referring to the notification our ID verification team sent asking you to verify your identity. However, I want to reiterate Pradeep's response above that no Connects will be added upon completing the ID verification.

The initial batch of 50 free Connects has been applied upon setting up your profile. No additional Connects will be added afterward, even after adding a verified billing method or verifying your identity. I hope this clarifies.

[85020cb7]

Can I buy connects on Upwork using my bank account when my Upwork balance is zero but I have sufficient funds in my bank account? Will this affect my profile?

• What is the minimum amount required in the bank to purchase connects?
• Any advice on this?

[spectralua]

Yes, but via linked CC.

$1.5 + tax

[cda461da]

My job application was canceled by upwork and I lost 16 connects.

I would like to know why and have my connects back.

Thanks.

[PradeepH]

Hi Leandro,

I am sorry to hear about your canceled proposal. I checked and it appears that your proposals was canceled due to an investigation initiated on your Upwork account. I regret to inform you that we do not return Connects used for canceled proposals due to an investigation on your account. Our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience this may have caused to you. 

- Pradeep

[cda461da]

Hello,

My account was verified and the connects were taken after it. Since this seems to be the reason that its costing me money (connects mean euros to me) I want a detailed explanation about this investigation initiated by upwork.

Regards,

Leandro Maschio

[LuiggiR]

Hi Leandro,

We’ve escalated your community post to a support ticket. One of our agents will be in touch with you soon to assist.

[d1b8cd68]

Dear Upwork Support Team,

I am writing to propose a solution for an issue that affects freelancers on the platform regarding the loss of connects when clients do not hire anyone for their posted jobs. It would greatly benefit the Upwork community if Upwork could consider implementing a rule to refund connects in such situations.

Currently, freelancers invest their valuable connects to submit proposals for jobs, but if a client doesn't hire anyone, those connects are lost without any compensation. This not only creates frustration but also devalues the connects that are an essential resource for freelancers.

I kindly request that Upwork reviews this matter and considers implementing a policy where unused connects are refunded to freelancers if the client does not hire for a particular job. This would ensure fairness, protect freelancers' interests, and maintain a positive freelancing experience on the platform.

Thank you for your attention to this request. I am confident that addressing this issue would greatly benefit the freelancers on Upwork and contribute to a more equitable marketplace.

Sincerely,

Iffat
Upwork Freelancer

[50c17be3]

Hi Iffat,

I completely agree with your suggestion. It’s frustrating to lose connects when no one is hired. Implementing a refund policy would definitely help protect freelancers’ interests and make the platform more equitable. Thanks for raising this important issue!

Best Regards 
Muhammad Sohail Aslam
Upwork freelancer SEO Specialist

[dhairya1993]

How to Get Free Connect When my connect is zero Please Comment all the tricks

[sullivanliz]

No tricks, you have to buy them.

[d0c6a3aa]

I need suggestion regarding free connects.

[patry3]

I'm sorry to tell you that I have been here for 8 years and 2 years ago they started with the connection system, this site is a disaster for freelancers... They only give you 10 free connections per month, which is of no use to you and works like "hook" to buy more connections because 10 are totally insufficient to apply for a "decent" job... Also, another thing that I realized recently is that clients used to send me invitations offering me work... not for 2 years I have had invitations and do you know why??... simply because to activate my profile and make it visible to potential clients... guess what?? you must BUY CONNECTIONS!

[the-right-writer]

Yes, in freelancing you have to pay for everything. If you have to buy connects, it's only $15.00. I realize that may be a huge amount for some people, but this is a U.S. based platform, using U.S. dollars. If you can't or won't invest a mere $15.00, you will not succeed in freelancing. No matter where you go, or how you work, you have to pay for every single cost. Freelancing in the physical world is no different. Freelancing means you must have marketable skills, money to run the business, time, patience, motivation, and again, marketable skills.

I searched for your profile, but it isn't anywhere I can find, and I didn't search through the forum. For some reason, sometimes, if you search for someone through the forum, it will indicate the profile is private, or even not there. So, you have never purchased connects in two years? If you do not activate your profile, how do you expect to get clients? Why would a client consider hiring you with no profile?

If you want to freelance, and you are prepared to be self-employed, please use the link to the Academy at the top of the page. You need to learn how to use the platform and learn about vetting the client and the job. The connects you receive at the beginning are intended to help you out, not give you jobs. Freelancers are responsible for everything, every decision, and every action you take.

[df57c5b4]

Is it possible to win Connects on this Platform, apart from the free monthly connects.

[df5be1b3]

There are only 3 ways. 

1. Buy

2. Subscribe to Freelancer Plus which is $20 monthly

3. Free monthly connects

[df57c5b4]

Thanks, just thinking if i could win by other means.

[df57c5b4]

Can connect be transfer from one freelancer to another?

[ArjayM]

Hi Olasumbo,

Please be aware that there are three ways to get Connects on Upwork. Unfortunately, transferring Connects from one freelancer to another is not an option. You'll have your Monthly Free Connects; you can also Buy Connects and Earn them.

Please visit this help article to familiarize yourself with how Connects works.

[8294d45a]

Hi Upwork Community, 

On which day of the month do I get free monthly connects? 

[shehanfernando]

Hi Prajakta,

You will receive your free connects on the first day of your billing cycle. Please go to "Settings" and select "Membership and Connects" under User Settings to find your billing cycle. You will receive 10 free connects each month on that day. Please see the attached screenshot - 

[8294d45a]

Do you get any connects with the freelancer basic plan on a monthly basis? 

[PradeepH]

Hi Prajakta,

Thank you for your message. You can 10 free Connect every month within 24-48 hours from the start of your billing cycle. 

- Pradeep