About Upwork

The world’s work marketplace

Upwork began over two decades ago by pioneering a better way of working, helping businesses find more flexibility and connecting talent with more opportunities.

Our mission to create economic opportunities so people have better lives has taken us so much further. As a result, we’ve become the world’s work marketplace where every day businesses of all sizes and independent talent from around the globe meet here to accomplish incredible things.

Like for so many, Upwork has had a big impact on my life. I first came to this company on the product team and over the years have understood what makes this platform really work: the relationships.

We see what you do

I have personally seen the passion and commitment that every user puts into their work here. Whether it’s a quick powerpoint presentation or a multi-year development project – both talent on Upwork and our clients care about doing really good work because they love what they do.

In fact, we designed it that way. Our work marketplace aligns the goals of our clients with the goals of talent on Upwork so that outcomes are better and everyone grows in the same direction. You’ll find tools to develop your skills, evolve your business, and gain the control and freedom you need for success.

Upwork is your workforce

If you’re a client that’s come here to get things done, use this workforce of independent  talent to build faster and transform your business. If you’re independent talent that’s come here to realize your potential, know that you are a valuable and instrumental part of someone’s team.

We make work more rewarding

We see your vision, and everything we do is an effort to help you make the connections that will turn that vision into reality, by building your Virtual Talent Bench of trusted people.  

The impact is both economic and personal, in the everyday and in the long run. When you find the right people, you stop working to get by and start working strategically.

That is when real opportunity emerges.

I can say with confidence that the Upwork team – the team that serves you the talent and you the client – is still driven by our mission to create economic opportunity for our people around the world.

You’re our people now, and we’re glad that you’re here.

We can’t wait to see what you do.

Hayden Brown,

President and CEO

Up your work game, it’s easy

No cost to join

Register and browse professionals, explore projects, or even book a consultation.

Post a job and hire top talent

Finding talent doesn’t have to be a chore. Post a job or we can search for you!

Work with the best—without breaking the bank

Upwork makes it affordable to up your work and take advantage of low transaction rates.

Enterprise Suite

This is how
good companies
find good company.

Access the top 1% of talent on Upwork, and a full suite of hybrid workforce management tools. This is how innovation works now.

• Access expert talent to fill your skill gaps

• Control your workflow: hire, classify and pay your talent

• Partner with Upwork for end-to-end support

Why businesses
turn to Upwork

Proof of quality

Check any pro’s work samples, client reviews, and identity verification.

No cost until you hire

Interview potential fits for your job, negotiate rates, and only pay for work you approve.

Safe and secure

Focus on your work knowing we help protect your data and privacy. We’re here with 24/7 support if you need it.

Find great
work

Meet clients you’re excited to work with and take
your career or business to new heights.

• Find opportunities for every stage of your freelance career

• Control when, where, and how you work

• Explore different ways to earn

Offices

Global HQ

475 Brannan St.
Suite 430
San Francisco
CA 94107
Phone: (650) 316-7500

Chicago Office

525 W. Van Buren
Suite 1100
Chicago
IL 60607

Mailing Address

655 Montgomery St.
Suite 490
Dept. 17022
San Francisco
CA 94111-2676