Blue360 values fair business practices and long-term trust with both clients and freelancers. To protect our network and ensure accountability, we follow a strict non-solicitation and bypass prohibition policy. This means clients may not bypass Blue360 to work directly with freelancers, and freelancers may not solicit or accept direct work from Blue360 clients. This article explains the rules, why they exist, and the consequences of violations.
Why This Policy Exists
- Prevents unfair side deals that cut Blue360 out of agreed projects
- Protects clients from unverified work without Blue360 quality checks
- Protects freelancers from underpayment, disputes, or loss of protection
- Keeps communication and accountability centralized with Blue360
- Ensures project consistency, confidentiality, and professional standards
What Clients Cannot Do
- Offer direct contracts, payments, or projects to freelancers engaged through Blue360
- Request freelancers to work outside Blue360 systems or without Blue360 oversight
- Engage freelancers from Blue360’s network for new work without Blue360 approval
What Freelancers Cannot Do
- Solicit direct work from Blue360 clients
- Accept direct payments or projects from Blue360 clients outside official Blue360 agreements
- Share Blue360 project information, files, or confidential data with clients without authorization
Consequences of Violations
- Clients bypassing Blue360 may face immediate project termination without refunds
- Freelancers found soliciting or accepting direct work will be permanently removed from Blue360’s network
- Blue360 may take legal action in cases of confidentiality breach or financial loss
- Deliverables may be withheld if bypass activity is detected during a live project
How Blue360 Protects Everyone
- All client payments are routed through Blue360 to ensure proper invoicing and GST compliance
- Freelancers are paid only after Blue360’s quality review to protect clients from poor work
- Clients have a single point of contact for accountability and issue resolution
- Freelancers benefit from structured payments and protection against unfair demands
FAQs
Q: Can I hire a Blue360 freelancer for personal work outside my Blue360 project?
No. Freelancers working on Blue360 projects cannot be engaged directly by clients.
Q: What if a freelancer offers to work with me directly for a lower fee?
You must refuse. Accepting such offers violates Blue360’s terms and may lead to project cancellation.
Q: Can a freelancer contact me after the project ends?
No. All post-project communication must still go through Blue360 if related to services originally provided.
Q: Why is bypassing harmful?
Bypassing removes Blue360’s quality checks and protections, exposing both clients and freelancers to risk and disputes.
Q: What should I do if I receive a solicitation?
Report it to Blue360 support immediately. We will take appropriate action to protect you and ensure compliance.