Sep 9, 2024 08:53:31 AM Edited Sep 9, 2024 02:33:12 PM by Andrea G
Hello, Everyone!
A friend suggested I create an upwork account to Jumpstart my freelancing career. He mentioned that I should have free connectes upon joining for me to bid on contracts. After completing my account, I have 0 connect credits. Is there anything else I need to do?
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Sep 9, 2024 02:29:51 PM Edited Oct 24, 2024 06:25:55 PM by Andrea G
Hi all,
Oct 1, 2024 02:30:03 PM by Ivygail J
Hello Triloy,
Thank you for reaching out. Upwork currently requires new freelancers to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork.
Oct 2, 2024 07:44:51 AM by Kirtan P
Hi Andrea,
I appreciate the information regarding the new requirements for freelancers. However, I’d like to suggest that offering free Connects is essential for beginners. While new freelancers can choose to purchase the Freelancer Plus membership or buy Connects, many may not have the resources to invest right away.
Providing free Connects would give them a vital opportunity to kickstart their journey on Upwork. I kindly urge Upwork to consider this approach to better support new freelancers.
Thank you for your attention!
~Kirtan Patel
Oct 2, 2024 06:58:40 AM Edited Oct 2, 2024 06:59:55 AM by Kirtan P
Hello everyone,
I’m new to freelancing and recently created my Upwork account. I understand that I should receive some free Connects to help me apply for jobs, but I haven’t received any yet.
If anyone could provide guidance on how to access these free Connects or share any tips for getting started on Upwork, I would greatly appreciate it!
Thank you for your help!
Oct 4, 2024 08:52:30 PM by Kabir S
Can you please explain if have to buy connects and not getting any free connects before i buy subscription? Like i was told that i get free 50 connects after making new account.
Oct 5, 2024 12:02:18 AM by Pradeep H
Hi Kabir,
Upwork currently requires new freelancers to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork.
- Pradeep
Oct 6, 2024 02:49:19 PM by Mohammed A
Hi there! I created an Upwork account on september, and I haven't received any connects since then. Could I get monthly 10 connect if my account stay active longer than a month? . I would be so grateful if you could help me with this issue.
Oct 6, 2024 04:58:50 PM by Ivygail J
Hello Mohammed,
To clarify, Upwork currently requires new freelancers to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork.
Oct 16, 2024 05:09:10 AM by Joanne P
Hi Renz,
Upwork currently requires new freelancers to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork.
Oct 16, 2024 01:20:14 AM by Karolina S
Hi, but there is written all frelancers are allowed to get a 10 Connects each month for free. Why did no one get them?
Oct 16, 2024 05:08:44 AM by Joanne P
Hi Karolina,
Upwork currently requires new freelancers to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork.
Oct 17, 2024 04:34:58 AM by Ashley C
hi . i registed but im not getting any connects also if i click the buy connects batton i dont know where i can find the promo code , please help
Oct 17, 2024 05:11:56 AM by Ronna P
Hi Ashley,
Thank you for your message. I would like to let you know that currently, new freelancers on Upwork need to do one of two things before they can receive free 50 Connects and submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. You can see this helpful article to learn more.
I'd also like to share that we do not have any discount codes or promotions available at this time. Upwork periodically sends offers via email, at events, and through partnerships. It is essential to opt in to receive marketing emails in your notification settings to ensure that you receive these offers. If you have configured your notification settings and are still not receiving marketing emails, please do not hesitate to contact the Upwork Support Team through this page.
Oct 22, 2024 06:01:25 AM by Christian G
Hi Mohamed,
Welcome to Upwork! I see you recently joined Upwork as a freelancer. As a new freelancer on Upwork, you need to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement, you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork, and you will receive your 10 monthly Connects if you choose to downgrade your membership afterward.
Oct 22, 2024 10:27:58 AM by Frances P
I created my account last August and I only learned now that the monthly 10 free connects requires a subscription. If i subscribe to the Freelancer plus membership plan, other than the 10 free connects i will received each month, will i be able to receive also the 50 free connects?
Oct 23, 2024 01:55:52 AM by Prateek M
Can we purchase connect with 9$ , after that i am eligible to get free connect
Sep 9, 2024 04:06:18 PM by Eyasu Behailu B
I couldn't get my free connects. I created the account almost a week ago. What is the solution?
Sep 9, 2024 04:56:44 PM by Joanne P
Hi Eyasu Behailu,
Upwork currently requires new freelancers to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork.
Oct 3, 2024 11:33:53 AM by Ronna P
Hi Michael,
I'd like to share that new freelancers on Upwork need to do one of two things before they can receive free 50 Connects and submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. You can see this helpful article to learn more.
Sep 9, 2024 06:56:53 PM by Mariel L
Hi, I join to the platform the last week, but I did not receive any connects yet, please can you help me?
Sep 9, 2024 09:32:25 PM by Joanne P
Hi Mariel,
Upwork currently requires new freelancers to do one of two things before being able to submit a proposal for a job: subscribe to our Freelancer Plus membership plan for $19.99 USD a month, or purchase Connects. After you fulfill this requirement you will also receive 50 free Connects to further help you get started on Upwork.
Sep 9, 2024 08:06:47 PM by Dev K
I didn't get my connects ,I am new here and after waiting 48hr I didn't get nothing,how I will be applying for job.
Sep 9, 2024 08:24:04 PM by Nithin S
Hey Dev, you can reach out to the upwork team via mail if you'd like, they'll assist you well with this issue!