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Subject: Concern Regarding Payment Disbursement Process

To: PeoplePerHour Support Team

From: Thilina Munasinghe

Date: 16 April 2024

Introduction:

I am writing to bring to your attention a concerning issue regarding the payment disbursement process for a project I recently completed on the PeoplePerHour platform. As a new user to the platform, I am seeking clarification and guidance on the appropriate steps to take.

Project Details:

Client Information:

Client Name: Diego M.

Location: United Kingdom

Project ID: #4192806

Project Communication:

After submitting a proposal for the project, I received communication from a person claiming to be the project manager, Samantha Pearce, via the official PeoplePerHour messaging system.

Project Completion:

Following the provided instructions, I completed the graphic/logo design project as per the client's requirements.

The project was submitted within the specified timeline and according to the outlined guidelines.

Payment Disbursement Issue:

Unusual Payment Instructions:

Today, I received a message purportedly from the client, directing me to contact the "COMPANY FINANCIAL BOARD" via an external link (https://t.me/ExecutiveFinanceManagement) to receive payment for the completed project.

The message included details such as salary amount, reference number, and project status, but the payment process seems to bypass the PeoplePerHour platform.

Concerns Raised:

As a new user, I am unfamiliar with this payment disbursement method and concerned about its legitimacy.

Redirecting payment processing outside of the PeoplePerHour platform raises red flags and undermines the security and transparency provided by the platform's built-in payment system.

Request for Guidance:

Clarification Needed:

I seek clarification from the PeoplePerHour team regarding the appropriate procedure for receiving payment for completed projects.

Is it standard practice for clients to redirect freelancers to external channels for payment processing?

Next Steps:

I kindly request guidance on how to proceed in this situation to ensure the secure and timely disbursement of payment for the completed project.

Should I follow the instructions provided in the message or wait for further instructions from PeoplePerHour?

Conclusion:

I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and the assistance you can provide in resolving this issue. As a new user, I value the support and guidance of the PeoplePerHour team in navigating the platform's processes effectively.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Sincerely,

Thilina Munasinghe

Official comment

Community

April 17, 2024 10:07

Hi there,

To ensure the safety and security of the community, all communications must be kept within the workstream and are outlined in our T&Cs. Anyone who mentions telegram is a particularly strong indicator of something that isn't a real project.

We take these events very seriously and will immediately remove any user who goes against our T&Cs and is seen to be a threat to our community.

Please be aware that any communication outside the platform is strictly forbidden and is considered a breach of our T&Cs.

>> https://bit.ly/3DQFl9U

Best wishes,

The Community Team

Nancy

April 16, 2024 06:55

You should read the terms and conditions.

You won't get paid at all. This is a scammer.

Thilina

April 16, 2024 07:49

Yeah, this is a scam.

April 16, 2024 08:09

So pph won't help you. You won't get paid as you breached terms and conditions. No money in escrow I presume?

April 17, 2024 11:01

Yes. Now I understand the rules and regulations very well.

Thanks for the enlightenment, as a beginner I really appreciate it.

Thanks.

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