client asking security fee

[1shamim]

don't why but the clients always asked us to communicate through different other media like telegram,whatsapp. I am really curious if we can find any work here. I got the reply many times but everytime they ask for security fee and the contract ends there. Someone  help me find job. 

[youssefbahaa · Accepted solution]

Hi Syed - It is a widespread trick that scammers try to target new freelancers to either get some free work or, even worse to get some money from the freelance! Don't fall for these tricks and keep all the communications on the platform as possible especially before starting the contract. Also, regardless of the reason, never pay money to the client!

Getting your first job would require some patience and effort, so give it some time!

I hope this helps! Best of Luck!

[6093fa9b]

It helps thanks....I almost fall for it 

[luqman_mak]

https://community.upwork.com/t5/Community-Blog/Top-Red-Flags-for-Scams-From-Community-Member-Wes-C/b...

[baset88]

This happen with me also, Thanks for support

[b_wanzala]

Thank you, Upwork community, I was almost caught up

[62d467ce]

Those are scammers please don't listen to them and

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[25005175]

https://community.upwork.com/t5/Coffee-Break/Scammers-Know-How-To-Get-Money-Transferred-TO-Them/m-p/...