May 2, 2024 09:32:37 PM Edited May 3, 2024 01:15:32 PM by Andrea G
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.
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May 3, 2024 01:16:11 PM by Andrea G
Hi all,
As a freelancer or agency, you'll use Connects to Submit Proposals and let clients know you're interested in their project. You receive ten free Connects every month at the beginning of your billing cycle and bonuses for some interviews you win. We will send you a notification in Upwork (notification bell) and an email when you earn free Connects. For more information on how this works, check out our guide here.
Aug 1, 2024 09:08:24 AM by Mudassir H
I've checked your profile, and I suggest creating a specialized profile with at least 10 portfolio pieces. Additionally, add a project catalog with a minimum of 10 projects. For client hunting, follow these steps:
This approach will help you attract better opportunities and increase your chances of landing quality projects.
Aug 1, 2024 10:36:52 AM by Bijoy S
I am a new freelancer on upwork.I created my account 2 months ago,but i did not get any free connects.it will be very pleasure for me if i get those free connects as i mentioned that i am a new freelancer on upwork.Please help....
Aug 1, 2024 10:55:38 AM Edited Aug 1, 2024 08:39:48 PM by Pradeep H
Dear Upwork Team,
I have noticed a growing concern among the freelancer community regarding the costs associated with applying for jobs and the engagement from clients. Specifically, many freelancers invest significant amounts of money to boost their proposals, yet often find that clients do not respond or seem disinterested in reviewing these proposals.
Given that clients can post jobs for free, it raises a question: Are clients aware of the financial investment freelancers make to apply for these opportunities? Additionally, what measures are being taken to ensure that clients engage more responsibly with the proposals they receive?
I believe addressing these concerns could greatly enhance the experience for freelancers on Upwork and foster a more productive and fair marketplace for all parties involved.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
**Edited for Community Guidelines**
Aug 1, 2024 05:36:08 PM by MD Wahidur Rahman T
Hello Sir,
I am Wahidur. I want to buy an Upwork membership, but unfortunately, the endorsement on my card has expired. Can I now purchase it using a family member's credit card?
Best regards,
Wahidur
Aug 1, 2024 10:28:21 PM by Ivygail J
Hello MD Wahidur Rahman,
Thank you for reaching out to us. Yes, you may use another person's card to purchase Connects as long as you're authorized by the card owner. Please be aware of this rule, as your account may be put on hold if the card owner does not authorize this transaction. If there are any issues, our team may request more information, and/or the card owner may need to contact the bank to authorize the transaction.
Aug 1, 2024 12:43:25 PM by Youssef Dardeer M
Dear Upwork Support,
I hope this message finds you well.
I applied for a job (Job ID: ~01ffb9aae1eee3717d) which is no longer available on the platform, and no one was hired for this position. Given these circumstances, I would like to request a refund for the connections used to apply for this job.
You can view the job post using the following link: [https://www.upwork.com/jobs/~01ffb9aae1eee3717d]
I have also taken a screenshot of the job post indicating that it is no longer available.
Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to your response.
Best regards,
Youssef Dardeer
Aug 1, 2024 07:32:45 PM by Ivygail J
Hello Youssef Dardeer,
Thank you for reaching out. Upon checking, it looks like the job post has expired. Note that your Connects are not refunded if you withdraw your proposal from a project, the client hires another freelancer or lets the job expire without hiring. You can learn more about Connects here.
Aug 1, 2024 08:01:37 PM by Youssef Dardeer M
Hello Ivy,
Thank you for your response.
I did not withdraw my proposal, and the client did not hire another freelancer. The job expired without any hires. I have heard from other freelancers that in such cases, the connections should be refunded. This particular job used 12 connections.
Additionally, I went to check the proposal for this job, and I found that it has been removed from my proposal history.
Could you please reconsider my request for a refund of these connections?
Thank you for your assistance.
Best regards,
Youssef Dardeer
Aug 1, 2024 10:46:04 PM by Pradeep H
Hi Youssef,
Connects are not returned for expired jobs. You can refer to the help article shared by Ivy.
- Pradeep
Aug 1, 2024 09:46:12 PM by Alemayehu T
Aug 1, 2024 10:49:17 PM by Rahul C
48 hours are over and i didnt get the free connects,what should i do.
Aug 2, 2024 01:53:04 AM by Natasha P
Rahul, you should study the rules before you join - there are NO free connects anymore at Upwork. You need to buy them or subscribe for Plus membership.
Aug 2, 2024 04:37:25 AM by Khalid B
Again I receive an error but $1.5 charged from my credit card, kindly check and resolve the error urgently
Aug 2, 2024 04:03:52 AM by Nesra H
Why am I receiving 93 Connects instead of 100 after upgrading to a Plus membership?
Aug 2, 2024 04:38:05 AM by Sophie A
There is a note before the FAQ section on prorated Connects in the following article.
Understanding and using Connects – Upwork Customer Service & Support | Upwork Help
Aug 2, 2024 10:55:20 PM by Vikas s
I did not apply for any job, but my connects have been deducted from my account.
Aug 2, 2024 11:33:40 PM by Airene Lou S
Available now Badge will deduct 1 connect per day , i noticed it on connects history. u better check the action in it.
Aug 4, 2024 03:59:55 AM by Berke Enes A
Hi, I can't understand why Upwork don't refund connects when job is closed without hire. Am I have to pay 100 dollars every month to catch a job? It really doesn't make sense. I have 25 archived proposals and only one job is hired.
Aug 4, 2024 06:45:22 AM by Maria T
You can look for information on the forum, there are many threads about this.
Connects are not returned unless the client closes the contract without signing up or if Upwork closes it because it is considered a scam.
Aug 4, 2024 07:02:34 AM by Berke Enes A
They closes it without signing up but connects are still not refunded.
Aug 4, 2024 10:33:52 AM by Jeanne H
Maria is correct. The client has to close the job. If they do, then you will see the job has closed, and the connects will be returned. The client doen't have to hire.
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