Independent Contractor

Yes, Any Hire will determine whether independent contractor classification is appropriate for each of your engagements. You are not required to follow Upwork’s classification recommendation, but if you choose not to do so, Upwork cannot offer the indemnification against misclassification claims.

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Yes. You are not required to follow Upwork’s classification recommendation, but if you choose not to do so, Upwork cannot offer the indemnification against misclassification claims and will not act as agent of record for those engagements.