Upwork

Upwork

Upwork Inc is a global freelancing platform that connects businesses with freelancers. It was founded in 2015 as a result of the merger between Elance and oDesk, two of the largest freelancing websites at the time. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and has offices around the world.

Upwork offers a wide range of services, including web development, design, writing, marketing, customer service, and more. It allows businesses to hire freelancers on a short-term or long-term basis, and freelancers can use the platform to find work that fits their skills and schedule.

Upwork uses a bidding system for projects, where freelancers can submit proposals to clients. Clients can then review the proposals and select the freelancer that they want to work with. Upwork takes a percentage of the fees that are paid by the client to the freelancer as its service fee.

In addition to connecting businesses and freelancers, Upwork also provides tools and resources to help freelancers improve their skills and grow their businesses. This includes training programs, community forums, and access to industry experts.

Upwork has become a popular platform for people looking to work remotely or hire remote workers. It has a large user base, with millions of registered freelancers and clients. The company has also received recognition for its positive impact on the gig economy and for helping to create new opportunities for work.