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SafePay by SkillUpWork

Secure Payments. Trusted Work. Peace of Mind for Everyone.

SafePay holds your money securely until the work or training is delivered and approved — ensuring clients pay confidently and professionals get paid reliably.

How SafePay Works

Simple, transparent, and 100% secure

1

Add Funds to SafePay

Clients deposit funds into a protected SafePay account before work begins.
This shows commitment and assures the professional payment is ready.

2

Work Gets Delivered

Trainers & freelancers deliver:

  • ✔ Projects
  • ✔ Training sessions
  • ✔ Workshops & modules
  • ✔ Milestones

Clients can review and request revisions.

3

Approve & Release Payment

Once you approve the work, funds are released instantly.
No approval = No payment. Your money stays safe.

SafePay Works with All Agreement Types

Fixed-Price

Funds stay secure until final deliverable is approved.

Hourly

Clients fund hours upfront. Pay only for verified time.

Milestone-Based

Pay stage-by-stage as each milestone is completed.

Session-Based

Prepay for training sessions. Released after completion.

Recurring

Auto-fund monthly/weekly work with scheduled releases.

Why SafePay Makes SkillUpWork Safe & Trusted

Protected Funds

Money stays safely stored until you approve the work.

Guaranteed Payment for Professionals

Never work without knowing payment is secured upfront.

Zero Risk of Non-Payment

No release without approval — fairness guaranteed.

Full Transparency

Track deposits, progress, and releases in real time.

Bank-Level Encryption

Every transaction is secure and protected.

For Clients

  • Ensure high-quality work before paying
  • Avoid overpaying or unclear billing
  • Only pay when you're 100% satisfied

For Trainers & Freelancers

  • Work confidently — payment is already funded
  • Reduce cancellations and non-payment risk
  • Get paid instantly after approval

Work with Confidence Using SafePay

Join thousands of clients and professionals who trust SafePay every day.

Get Started with SafePay Now