Jan 28, 2020 11:13:49 PM by Haider M
I want to add testimonials in my Upwork profile. I couldn't find any option to add testimonials in my Upwork profile. Can you people help me how can I add testimonials in my Upwork profile? Please help me in this regard.
Thanks in advance.
Jan 29, 2020 01:38:25 AM by Avery O
Hi Haider,
I want to clarify that the testimonials that you see in a freelancer's Work History are testimonials or feedback from the clients a freelancer worked with through Upwork. If you have testimonials from your previous clients outside of Upwork, you can add these to your profile overview.
Apr 8, 2020 05:22:54 PM by Vinay G
Hi Avery,
I checked a few posts and got to know that only new profiles on upwork will be able to add testimonials. But I also have a new profile but I can't see any option to add a testimonial. May I know why I can't see it?
Is it because my profile is created before this feature was made avaialble or there is some other reason?
I could really use some testimonials from non-upwork clients to boost my profile and win projects.
Apr 8, 2020 08:20:01 PM by Mark H
Hi Vinay, and welcome to Upwork.
If I understand your question correctly, you would like to be able to add testimonials directly to the 'Work History and feedback' section of your profile. You cannot make manual entries to this section. Only clients you have completed projects for through Upwork are eligible to submit reviews there. However, as Avery mentions above, you can transcribe the testimonials you want to include directly into the 'Overview' section of your profile, along with any related information you wish to include about author and date. Hope this helps and I wish you well!
Apr 8, 2020 10:13:21 PM by Avery O
Hi Vinay and Mark,
We know many freelancers have worked with clients outside of Upwork and we want to give them an opportunity to showcase that on Upwork by getting testimonials from these clients. While this feature isn’t available at this stage to everyone, freelancers included in the test will see a new Testimonials section on their profile, under their “Work history and feedback“ section.
If you are not part of the test, you can add your testimonial in your profile overview.
Jun 4, 2020 05:40:04 AM by Krizzia Faye A
Hi, I have been here in Upwork for nearly 3 years now and I have few happy Australian clients I've work with in the past outside Upwork. I have their work references that they are happy with my services before but it would be helpful if I could also invite them to leave testimonials on my profile. The problem is I couldn't see any section for request testimonials. Is this feature not available for anyone in Upwork?
Jun 4, 2020 06:22:27 AM by Goran V
Hi Krizzia,
This feature isn’t available at this stage to everyone, freelancers included in the test will see a new Testimonials section on their profile, under their “Work history and feedback“ section.
If you are not part of the test, you can add your testimonial in your profile overview. Thank you.
Jun 4, 2020 10:53:23 AM by Lemuel Jade Kennet C
Hi Goran V,
I have a few questions about this topic. Because this is a critical feature that Upwork added on its system. We all know that this industry is very competitive, and freelancers do whatever makes their profile salable to clients. And before this test concludes, I know that this feature will help boost the engagement rate of the freelancers.
The following questions are:
When will this be available to other freelancers?
What are the quality of freelancers that have been chosen for this "Test"? Or is this only available for "Top-Rated" freelancers?
Do we have an option to send a request for us to enable it on our profile?
Thanks,
Lemuel
Jun 4, 2020 12:21:18 PM by Bojan S
Hi Lemuel Jade Kennet,
While this feature isn’t available at this stage to everyone, freelancers included in the test will see a new Testimonials section on their profile, under their “Work history and feedback“ section.
We've seen that some freelancers used their profile overview or portfolio section to include reviews and testimonials. You could do that, but make sure not to share any private or contact information.
Thank you!
Jun 4, 2020 07:40:15 PM by Lemuel Jade Kennet C
Jun 24, 2020 02:15:02 PM Edited Jun 24, 2020 02:16:57 PM by Krizzia Faye A
Hi Lemuel,
It looks like Upwork is slowly applying this feature to their members. I received an email now and upon checking my profile, it really does show that I can now start inviting my clients from outside of upwork to give a testimonial for me.
Perhaps we only need to wait to receive that email notification from Upwork and that's where we can start participating the feature as well.
Hope this helps! 😊
Jun 13, 2020 11:27:19 PM by Bandi F
Hi,
Can you please elaborate the term "Freelancers included in the Test"
Thanks,
Fouziya
Jun 14, 2020 01:18:23 AM by Aleksandar D
Hi Bandi,
Freelancers included in the test means that this feature isn’t available to everyone. Only the freelancers that are included in the test will see a new Testimonials section on their profile, under their “Work history and feedback“ section.
Thank you.
Jun 24, 2020 02:18:06 PM by Krizzia Faye A
Hi Bandi,
It looks like Upwork is slowly applying this feature to their members. I received an email now and upon checking my profile, it really does show that I can now start inviting my clients from outside of upwork to give a testimonial for me.
Perhaps we only need to wait to receive that email notification from Upwork and that's where we can start participating the feature as well.
Hope this helps! 😊
Oct 26, 2020 12:50:17 PM by Mike A
Hi, how exactly can you add a testimonial in the overview section?
Jun 10, 2020 11:32:47 PM by Joanne P
Hi Punit,
I checked, and it looks like you have recently submitted your profile for review. I'm happy to let you know that your profile has been accepted. You can find more useful information and advice on the freelancer resources we have compiled here to help you get started on Upwork. You might want to check out the following links to help you improve your profile:
8+ Tips to Help You Create a Profile That Stands Out
Upwork Profiles: Why a Great Title and Overview Can Make a Difference
A How-To Guide for Your Perfect Profile Picture
Get Your Profile to the Next Level with an Intro Video
4 Ways to Create a More Successful Portfolio Regardless of Your Skill Set
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We're here to help. Thanks!
Aug 23, 2021 07:36:27 AM by Maqbool U
Hi, Avery O.,
"freelancers have worked with clients outside of Upwork and we want to give them an opportunity to showcase that on Upwork by getting testimonials from these clients."
As I'm also part of this testing phase. The Testimonial Performa requires LinkedIn profile links of the clients/Manager etc.
Whereas I just have the "Work Experience Letters", from the Orgs., I've worked with. Even if I contact the company, the management is not the same as of my time. Because it has been a long while.
~Maqbool~
Apr 14, 2022 11:12:11 AM by Muhammad Arslan A
Hi
I mistakenly submitted the testimonial request, I want to cancel. How can I do so?
Sep 21, 2022 12:15:38 PM by Dmitrii R
Hello.
Let's say I made a testimonial request from my client outside of Upwork.
He sent it.
I received a notification, but the notification says that the testimonial has not been moderated.
For what reason did this happen?
Sep 21, 2022 01:55:55 PM by Arjay M
Hi Dmitrii,
To ensure trust and quality in our marketplace, we can only approve testimonials from clients where we have sufficient evidence that the contact information is valid. I'll have one of the team members review your case and assist you further via a support ticket. You can access your ticket and coordinate with the team here once it's been set up.