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Hala A Community Member

I wear a veil, how do I upload my profile picture with it on?

I wear a veil so i didn't upload my picture on my profile, instead used a cartoon. Now that i know there is no way around it and i have to put my real picture, I'm trying to change the picture and i cant. I have sent upwork my verification request already with my ID and real picture. I'm scared of they will suspend me?

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Andrea's avatar
Andrea G Community Manager

Hi Hala,

 

To complete your Upwork profile and start submitting proposals, you must upload a profile portrait photo. Profile photos must be an actual picture of you. This is important for both verifying your identity and connecting with potential clients. Check out this article for A How-To Guide for Your Perfect Profile Picture.


If you would like to request a religious exemption for using a profile picture, please: 

 

  1. Please visit Contact Support and click the ‘Chat with Upwork' button.
  2. Type a question or topic and select ‘Send’. The bot will find relevant Help articles for you.
  3. The chatbot will ask you to confirm if you need additional help. If you confirm that you need additional help, you will be asked to confirm the account type you need help with.
  4. From there, the support options available to you will be listed. Select either of the options to be able to contact the Upwork Support Team.
~Andrea

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Nikola's avatar
Nikola S Moderator

Hi Saima,

 

No, you should not face any issues related to your profile picture. However, If our team needs additional information they will reach out to you. 

 

 

~ Nikola
Saima's avatar
Saima S Community Member

I dont wanna upload my picture on profile for being a muslim woman. please set my profile as a religious exemption .

Farha's avatar
Farha M Community Member

Hi Avery! I am uncomfortable uploading a profile photo due to my religion. I need your team's assistance. I need a face covering on my profile photo. Looking forward to your reply.

 

- Farha

Annie Jane's avatar
Annie Jane B Retired Team Member

Hi Farha,

 

Thank you for reaching out to us. Could you please try uploading your chosen photo now? Let us know if you face any issues.


~ AJ
Upwork
Farha's avatar
Farha M Community Member

Can I upload my pic wearing a mask? Is it going to affect my client-reach rate? I don't want to reveal my face for religious reasons. Hope you understand. Looking forward to your reply.

Farha's avatar
Farha M Community Member

Hi Annie! Can I use a pic in which I am wearing a mask? Due to religious obligations I do not want to reveal my full face. Hope you understand. I have verified my ID but I am worried about the profile picture.

 

Looking forward to your reply!

Barakah's avatar
Barakah I Community Member

Based on religious grounds I am not comfortable sharing it.
Annie Jane's avatar
Annie Jane B Retired Team Member

Hi Barakah,

 

You may upload a photo where your face is covered but still, a photo is required in order to complete your profile and not be subjected to any restrictions. 

 

I placed an exception on your account so you don't need to upload a photo that completely shows your face.


~ AJ
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Khatune's avatar
Khatune J Community Member

I already went through the verification process to verify my identity but now how do I upload my picture while keeping my veil.

Annie Jane's avatar
Annie Jane B Retired Team Member

Hi Khatune,

 

Thank you for reaching out to us. Could you please try uploading your chosen photo now? Let us know if you face any issues.


~ AJ
Upwork
Ghazala's avatar
Ghazala A Community Member

Dear All.,

I am wearing veal and  want to update profile picture in veil/hijab due to religous obligation. So assest me also.

Thanks

Ghazala

Fathima Manaal's avatar
Fathima Manaal R Community Member

Hello there 

I'm new to upwork,

I am in the process of completing my bio ,

im in the last step where I need to upload my profile photo .

For religious purposes I wish to upload a picture of myself with a face veil,

is that accepted?

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Fathima,

 

We understand your concern and allow me to assist you with this. I've added an exemption to your account due to religious purposes. Kindly upload a profile picture with a veil, and we'll have that reviewed. Thank you for reaching out to us here in the community. 

 

~ Arjay
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Samar's avatar
Samar A Community Member

I have been trying for long, then get to know that for veiled photographs special request has to be made. I request Upwork support to kindly allow me to upload my veiled photograph for religious reasons. Would be thankful

Annie Jane's avatar
Annie Jane B Retired Team Member

Hi Samar,

 

Thank you for reaching out to us. Could you please try uploading your chosen photo now? Let us know if you face any issues.


~ AJ
Upwork
Samar's avatar
Samar A Community Member

Still unable to upload it, when I select the photo, it gives no option to
move forward except to close that window which means no uploading. I wonder
why that is!
Pradeep's avatar
Pradeep H Moderator

Hi Samar,

 

Could you please try again after clearing Cookies and Cache on your browser? You can also try using a different browser. Please ensure the image you're trying to upload is in .jpg, .jpeg, .gif, .png format and at least 250px by 250px and no more than 4000 x 4000px. Also, make sure that it's a clear photo of yourself, not a long shot, that your face is visible. Feel free to message us if problems persist.

 

- Pradeep

Aqsa's avatar
Aqsa M Community Member

Hey, I am a Muslim woman who wears a veil. I have uploaded my profile picture with a veil, but Upwork is not verifying it.
Due to religious obligations, I can't upload my picture without a veil.
please help me in this regard

Pradeep's avatar
Pradeep H Moderator

Hello Aqsa,

 

I see that you've raised a support ticket regarding your concern and one of our team members is already assisting you. You can access your support tickets here. Please don't hesitate to follow up with them on the same support ticket if you have additional questions regarding your concern. Note that support requests are responded to in the order they are received. Kindly allow 24-48 hours for the team to follow up with you and assist you further.

- Pradeep

Aqsa's avatar
Aqsa M Community Member

Thank you for your prompt response.

It has already been 48 hours. I haven't gotten any updates on my ticket yet. Could you kindly look into that?

Annie Jane's avatar
Annie Jane B Retired Team Member

Hi Aqsa,

 
We’re currently experiencing an unusually high volume of inquiries, causing delays in our response time. Nevertheless, we want you to know that your concerns and questions remain our top priority. We’re working hard to get back to you as soon as possible.

To help us provide the best possible service, we kindly ask that you refrain from creating multiple tickets or posts about the same issue. This will enable our team to assist you more efficiently and get you the best possible outcome faster. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

~ AJ
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Nilufa's avatar
Nilufa Y Community Member

Hope everyone is fine, I want to use my profile photo wearing burqa for religious reasons, and shortly after uploading the profile photo a warning is showing on my profile, however I did not use burqa photo to complete all the verification process including visual verification, hope to get permission soon.

Mohsin's avatar
Mohsin R Community Member

Hello

In my opinion Upwork team want to interview in this case and then verify id 

Nikola's avatar
Nikola S Moderator

Hi Nilufa,

 

I've applied this exemption to your account as per your request. Could you please try uploading your profile picture one more time?
~ Nikola
Nilufa's avatar
Nilufa Y Community Member

Thanks, I uploaded again, I have attached my picture here, Hope there will be no more problems.

Hearty Thanks Nikola

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