Upwork Referral Program
Invite. Hire. Earn.
Know someone who needs great freelance talent? Refer them to Upwork and earn rewards when they make their first hire
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It's easy to earn with referrals
There's no limit to how many people you can refer. Spread the word and start earning!
Share your link
Share your referral link with friends, colleagues, or fellow business owners
They get $25
Your referral gets a $25 gift card toward their first freelance hire
You earn $25
Once they make a successful payment, you get a $25 gift card as a thank-you
Join the world's work marketplace
Why refer?
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It's easy: Just share your unique link
It's rewarding: You and your referrals both benefit
It's impactful: Help others discover a smarter way to hire
Who should you refer?
Small business owners
Entrepreneurs and startups
Marketing, creative, or tech teams
Anyone hiring for projects or freelance roles
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