# Contra Help Center

> Getting started as a freelancer on Contra

## Getting started on Contra

- [Contra Overview](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322235-contra-overview.md)
- [The Contra glossary](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322355-the-contra-glossary.md)
- [Is Contra down?](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11173525-is-contra-down.md)
- [Challenges on Contra: A new way to earn](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11647374-challenges-on-contra-a-new-way-to-earn.md): Contra challenges are creative contests for independents to show off their skills, win prizes, and connect with the community.
- [How Contra's discovery score works](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11899394-how-contra-s-discovery-score-works.md): A guide to understanding Contra's discovery score.
- [Direct message \(DM\) FAQ's](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11908737-direct-message-dm-faq-s.md): Answers to the most frequently asked questions about direct messages on Contra.
- [How to send a direct message \(DM\)](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11908767-how-to-send-a-direct-message-dm.md): Learn how to start a direct message with any user on Contra. Use the steps below to compose and send a message.
- [The client experience on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11626579-the-client-experience-on-contra.md): A visual guide to the client experience on Contra, so you know exactly what your clients are seeing when you start collaborating.
- [How to get your first client on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11853356-how-to-get-your-first-client-on-contra.md): A guide to getting your first client on Contra.
- [Onboarding and completing your profile](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322381-onboarding-and-completing-your-profile.md): This guide walks you through onboarding as an Independent on Contra in a few easy steps.
- [Understanding Contra.Work Inc's Privacy & Terms](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322392-understanding-contra-work-inc-s-privacy-terms.md)
- [Switching Account Types on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322386-switching-account-types-on-contra.md)
- [Your Contra Wallet](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322950-your-contra-wallet.md)
- [How to Verify Your Identity on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322955-how-to-verify-your-identity-on-contra.md)
- [Using Co-Agent on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/14757117-using-co-agent-on-contra.md): A guide to understanding the Co-Agent feature on Contra.
- [Applying to Contra's Studio Directory](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/15902541-applying-to-contra-s-studio-directory.md): Do you run a creative studio? Here's how to list your studio on Contra's Studio Directory.
- [Does Contra support agencies and studios?](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/15902602-does-contra-support-agencies-and-studios.md): Do you run a creative agency or studio? Contra is the right place for you.

## Your Contra account

- [A guide to building your reputation on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11558703-a-guide-to-building-your-reputation-on-contra.md): A guide to building your reputation on Contra from scratch.
- [How to build a case study from scratch on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322393-how-to-build-a-case-study-from-scratch-on-contra.md): A guide to building profile projects on Contra.
- [How to add services to your Contra profile](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322412-how-to-add-services-to-your-contra-profile.md)
- [How to Import Existing Work on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322427-how-to-import-existing-work-on-contra.md)
- [Bios on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322626-bios-on-contra.md)
- [Writing Your One-Liner on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322675-writing-your-one-liner-on-contra.md): Tips for writing a great one-liner on Contra.
- [Home: Your Dashboard - A Comprehensive Guide](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322677-home-your-dashboard-a-comprehensive-guide.md)
- [Contra's Policies on Confidentiality Breaches, Plagiarism, and Spam](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322679-contra-s-policies-on-confidentiality-breaches-plagiarism-and-spam.md)
- [How to Add a Verified Project on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/10591423-how-to-add-a-verified-project-on-contra.md): Your work speaks for itself—but now, you can prove it with Verified Projects.
- [How we feature work on Contra's homepage](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/10628390-how-we-feature-work-on-contra-s-homepage.md): At Contra, we celebrate the best independent work by featuring high-quality case studies on our home page.
- [How to optimize your case studies on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11656127-how-to-optimize-your-case-studies-on-contra.md): A guide to optimizing your work on Contra.
- [How to update social links on your profile](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11758863-how-to-update-social-links-on-your-profile.md): This makes it easier for clients and collaborators to learn more about you and your work across different platforms.
- [How to update your availability status on your profile](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11758871-how-to-update-your-availability-status-on-your-profile.md): Show clients when you’re open to new work by updating your availability status on your profile.
- [How to get an expert badge on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9977354-how-to-get-an-expert-badge-on-contra.md): A guide to getting an expert badge on Contra.
- [How to add a Collaborator to a case study](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11647267-how-to-add-a-collaborator-to-a-case-study.md): Want to give credit where it’s due? You can easily tag collaborators on your work to showcase who else contributed.
- [Connecting your custom domain on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/12692377-connecting-your-custom-domain-on-contra.md): A guide to connecting your custom domain on Contra.
- [Tips for Troubleshooting Identity Verification Issues](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322959-tips-for-troubleshooting-identity-verification-issues.md)
- [What to Do If Your Payout on Contra is Delayed](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322944-what-to-do-if-your-payout-on-contra-is-delayed.md): If your payout is delayed, do not panic. Read this article first to find out what is going on.
- [What is Contra Pro?](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322981-what-is-contra-pro.md): Learn everything you need to know about Contra Pro.
- [Managing your Contra Pro subscription](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322985-managing-your-contra-pro-subscription.md)
- [Updating Your Email Address: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322385-updating-your-email-address-a-step-by-step-guide.md)
- [Steps to connect your custom domain on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322986-steps-to-connect-your-custom-domain-on-contra.md)
- [How to create and share social assets with your portfolio](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322983-how-to-create-and-share-social-assets-with-your-portfolio.md)
- [How to customize your portfolio as a Contra Pro member](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322988-how-to-customize-your-portfolio-as-a-contra-pro-member.md)
- [Setting Up Payouts with Business Credentials](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9708313-setting-up-payouts-with-business-credentials.md): You can easily set up payouts using your business credentials allowing you to receive payments to your business account.
- [How to Process Payouts on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322941-how-to-process-payouts-on-contra.md)
- [How to Update Your Email Preferences: Step-by-Step Guide](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322388-how-to-update-your-email-preferences-step-by-step-guide.md)
- [How to Monitor Your Payouts on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322947-how-to-monitor-your-payouts-on-contra.md)
- [How to Delete Your Account](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322387-how-to-delete-your-account.md)
- [Crypto Payout Fee](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13119448-crypto-payout-fee.md): This article outlines the 2% fee associated with USDC payouts
- [Understanding your Contra Pro analytics](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13403188-understanding-your-contra-pro-analytics.md): Contra Pro analytics are designed to help you see exactly how you're showing up on Contra. In this article, we'll breakdown how to understand these analytics.
- [How to change your location on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13465157-how-to-change-your-location-on-contra.md): Update your profile location to reflect where you're based
- [How referrals work on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9977359-how-referrals-work-on-contra.md): A guide to getting started and maximizing your earnings with referrals on Contra.
- [Requesting reviews on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322989-requesting-reviews-on-contra.md)
- [How to leverage reviews on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322992-how-to-leverage-reviews-on-contra.md)
- [Understanding your profile statistics](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/14304416-understanding-your-profile-statistics.md): Your profile highlights key statistics that showcase your experience, performance, and involvement on Contra. Here’s a breakdown of what each metric means and how it’s calculated.
- [How to unsubscribe from Marketing DMs](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/15902658-how-to-unsubscribe-from-marketing-dms.md): Turn off marketing messages from your inbox.
- [How to change your name, email, and profile information on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/16275340-how-to-change-your-name-email-and-profile-information-on-contra.md): Information on how to update your name, email, About section, and find your public profile URL on Contra

## Payments on Contra

- [Bring existing clients to Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11159973-bring-existing-clients-to-contra.md): Contra makes it easy to invite your existing clients to manage projects on the platform. Just enter your client’s name and email and we will handle the rest. Our streamlined onboarding process help...
- [How can Independents get paid on Contra?](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13754797-how-can-independents-get-paid-on-contra.md): Contra offers multiple ways to get paid depending on what you’re selling and how you work.
- [Invoices](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322851-invoices.md): A guide to one-off invoices on Contra.
- [Payment links](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13655628-payment-links.md): A guide to using payment links on Contra.
- [Digital products](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13604374-digital-products.md): Learn how to create and sell digital products on Contra.
- [Paid projects](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322763-paid-projects.md): A guide to paid project types, contracts and fees.
- [Fees overview](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322934-fees-overview.md): When conducting transactions on Contra, it's important to understand the fees associated with payment transactions.
- [Payouts](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/10008642-payouts.md): A guide to payouts on Contra.
- [Contra wallet payments](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/14792951-contra-wallet-payments.md)
- [Transaction log statuses](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13755128-transaction-log-statuses.md): Learn what each transaction status means for both clients and independents, to better understand the status of your payments.
- [Failed payments and payouts](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322946-failed-payments-and-payouts.md): A guide to failed client payments and failed wallet payouts.
- [Two-factor authentication \(2FA\)](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/13603940-two-factor-authentication-2fa.md): A guide to two-factor authentication on your Contra account.
- [Taxes and compliance](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11475790-taxes-and-compliance.md): A guide to taxes on Contra as an independent contractor.
- [Bonuses on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322931-bonuses-on-contra.md): Congrats on completing your project on Contra. Clients can choose to send you a bonus as a thank-you for your great work. Here’s what you need to know.
- [Cancelling a project on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322967-cancelling-a-project-on-contra.md)
- [Contra's dispute assistance](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11329360-contra-s-dispute-assistance.md)
- [Contra's dispute process](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322969-contra-s-dispute-process.md)
- [How to detect and report potential scams](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/14062994-how-to-detect-and-report-potential-scams.md): Reporting scams on Contra
- [How to refund your client](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/14757080-how-to-refund-your-client.md): Independents can issue refunds directly to clients using self-serve refunds.
- [Wallet bank transfers \(ACH and Wire\)](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/14820899-wallet-bank-transfers-ach-and-wire.md)
- [Cancellation FAQs](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/11852616-cancellation-faqs.md)

## Find work on Contra

- [Applying to jobs on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322973-applying-to-jobs-on-contra.md): This is a guide on how to apply for jobs on Contra.
- [Applying to the Contra Labs Network](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/14757116-applying-to-the-contra-labs-network.md): Learn what Contra Labs is, how the network works, and what to expect when applying.
- [What to Expect After Joining the Contra Labs Network](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/15484508-what-to-expect-after-joining-the-contra-labs-network.md): Learn what happens after you join the Contra Labs Network and how to stay ready for project opportunities.

## Community on Contra

- [How to Create a Great Post on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/12581177-how-to-create-a-great-post-on-contra.md): Here’s how to craft a post that stands out, drives engagement, and helps you grow your network.
- [All About Upgoats: Your Daily Power Move on Contra 🐐](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/12705681-all-about-upgoats-your-daily-power-move-on-contra.md): Everything you need to know about how Upgoats work on Contra.
- [How to add work to your profile by posting to the feed](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/12572926-how-to-add-work-to-your-profile-by-posting-to-the-feed.md): Want to highlight your latest work? You can create a post in the Community to showcase projects, thoughts, or wins—and easily add it to your profile.
- [Becoming a Top Independent on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/9322995-becoming-a-top-independent-on-contra.md)
- [Taste tests on Contra](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/12834595-taste-tests-on-contra.md): Get feedback, build connection, and level up your work with our new community feature
- [How to get an Expert Badge](https://help.contra.com/en/articles/15902544-how-to-get-an-expert-badge.md): Learn how Contra's Expert Programs work, how to apply, and what an expert badge means.