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Binding Actions such as contract creation or money movement are always executed by the authenticated user rather than the Agent, preserving the user as the acting party for consequential transactions.
Interpretive note: The excerpt uses an ellipsis, which may indicate additional detail about the MCP Beta Binding Actions mechanism is present in the full clause.
The updated terms introduce Upwork Now, a pilot feature with modified terms for how hiring and freelancer sourcing operate. Clients using Upwork Now must maintain a minimum positive account balance or active payment method to send offers or messages to freelancers. The agreement states that freelancers may receive multiple simultaneous invitations and remain free to decline or accept offers from other sources without explanation. Due dates specified when posting jobs are informational only and do not create binding commitments unless explicitly included in the signed contract. Upwork does not guarantee that automatically recommended freelancers are available, qualified, or interested, and reserves the right to modify or suspend beta features at any time without notice. You can review the full Upwork Now Beta Addendum in the updated Terms of Service document.
View change record →The updated terms establish a framework for beta participants to use AI agents that automate certain Upwork tasks. The terms authorize agents to perform read-only actions (search jobs, view profiles) and draft actions that require user confirmation (submit proposals, send messages, post jobs), but explicitly restrict agents from executing binding actions such as signing contracts or moving money. The terms state that users are responsible for all actions the agent takes and that agent-generated communications must carry a mandatory disclosure label. You can revoke agent access through the App Authorization page at any time.
View change record →The updated policy no longer explicitly commits to treating EU, UK, and Swiss residents' data according to Data Privacy Framework Principles or describes Upwork's certification status with the U.S. Department of Commerce. This removes transparency about the legal mechanism protecting cross-border data transfers for affected users. The policy retains a right to request data transfer documents by contacting Upwork, but no longer explains what frameworks or certifications apply.
View change record →In the MCP Beta, you remain the authenticated party who completes any action that creates or activates a contract or moves money; the Agent does not perform these actions on your behalf.
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Binding Actions such as contract creation or money movement are always executed by the authenticated user rather than the Agent, preserving the user as the acting party for consequential transactions.
In the MCP Beta, you remain the authenticated party who completes any action that creates or activates a contract or moves money; the Agent does not perform these actions on your behalf.
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