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How to avoid scam job posts on “Upwork” so you save connects, energy and start winning better Projects I know you are tired of these fake job posts on Upwork. Today, I am giving it to you for free. All I need is your 3 minutes that saves you from scams: Let’s get started The scammers: Post 3-4 jobs but not hired yet. Same job postings from different accounts Vague job descriptions with not enough details Check the client's hiring history: Do they actually hire? Do they leave reviews? What’s their average spend? Skip non-serious clients by verifying: Less than $2-3/hour jobs Payment verification status Most of the time I applied for US jobs only Client location (does it match your target markets?) Focus on relevance so you won’t waste connects: Only apply to jobs that perfectly match your skills Don't waste connects on projects requiring expertise you don't have Be honest about your capabilities The manual qualification process Check the client history before applying Check their average hourly rate paid What reviews & feedback they are getting from freelancers Avoid “BIG test tasks” without contracts Never do full samples or pre-hire work unless you're protected with a contract. "Simple task for $500" or "No experience needed, just message me". Man! that’s a red flag. Never respond to jobs asking for contact outside Upwork Mentions of WhatsApp, Telegram, or email = 99% scam. -> Remember, my friend! Upwork does refund Connects for some declined proposals, but not every time. So, be selective with your job proposals. This the smartest way to protect your Connects and increase your chances. Good Luck!