Ask Do freelance platforms flag accounts that log in from different locations?

[Brendan]

Yes, this is something platforms pay attention to. When your account suddenly logs in from a different country or device, it can trigger a security check. Some platforms will send you a verification email or even temporarily lock the account until you confirm it is really you. This is mainly to protect freelancers from account theft. But if you travel often or use a VPN, this can happen more frequently. I want to know if others have dealt with this before. Has your account ever been flagged just because you logged in from a new place?