Delete Upwork Segment
Deleting a segment on Upwork removes an entire 10-minute segment from your Work Diary, including the screenshot, activity levels, and all tracked time for that segment. When you delete a screenshot, you're actually deleting the entire segment, not just the screenshot image.
Why it matters
Many freelancers think deleting a screenshot only removes the image, but it actually removes the entire 10-minute segment from your billable hours. This means you lose payment for all 10 minutes of work, not just the moment when the screenshot was taken. Understanding this helps you make more informed decisions about when to delete segments.
The best approach is to avoid awkward screenshots in the first place by being aware of when screenshots occur. If you know a screenshot was taken during productive work, you're less likely to delete the segment unnecessarily. This helps you maintain accurate billing and avoid losing paid time.
Key details
- Deleting a screenshot removes the entire 10-minute segment
- You lose payment for all 10 minutes, not just the screenshot moment
- The segment is removed from your Work Diary completely
- Activity levels and memos are also deleted with the segment
- You cannot recover a deleted segment
How SneakTime relates
SneakTime helps you avoid deleting 10-minute segments unnecessarily by providing awareness of when Upwork Time Tracker screenshots occur. When a screenshot is taken, SneakTime sends a post-screenshot notification immediately after the event, so you know exactly when it happened and what was captured. This awareness helps you make informed decisions about whether to delete a segment, since you'll know if the screenshot occurred during productive work. SneakTime does not block screenshots or prevent deletions—it provides notifications and awareness only. By reducing unnecessary deletions, you can maintain more accurate billing and avoid losing paid time.
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Know when screenshots occur to avoid unnecessary deletions
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