Ask Can a freelancer on a platform reject a review they feel is unfair?

[Newman]

Most platforms do not give freelancers the power to remove or reject a review just because they disagree with it. The standard option is to respond to the review publicly, which at least lets potential clients see your side. In cases where a review contains false information or violates platform guidelines, you can report it and request a formal review, but approval is not guaranteed. Platforms tend to protect the client's right to leave feedback. Have you ever successfully had an unfair review taken down, and what did that process look like?

 

[Brajet]

Most platforms, like Fiverr, won't remove a review solely because you disagree with it or find it unprofessional. The same goes for Upwork, where feedback removal is very rare and only happens in extreme cases involving clear manipulation, threats, or fraud. However, platforms understand things get messy. You can definitely report a review if the client is abusive, tries to extort you, or leaves feedback that breaks the site's rules. If support agrees, they may remove it. Otherwise, your best move is to respond publicly to the review.

 

[Anthony Joshua]

Some platforms allow freelancers to report or appeal a review, but that does not mean the review will be removed. The platform usually checks whether the review breaks its rules. If the review is simply negative but follows the rules, it often stays visible. That is why many freelancers focus on responding politely and explaining their side instead of expecting the review to disappear.