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Upwork connects independent professionals and agencies with businesses seeking freelance talent for projects of all sizes. The platform makes it easy to collaborate remotely on tasks ranging from quick one-off gigs to long-term contract roles.
Clients use the site to post jobs, review proposals, and manage payments across categories like software development, design, writing, and customer service. Freelancers rely on built-in tools like time tracking, fixed-price milestones, and direct invoicing to run their independent businesses.
The company took shape in 2015 when long-time competitors Elance and oDesk merged their platforms into a single service. Today, it hosts millions of active freelancers and businesses across more than 180 countries.