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[Project Inquiries](https://help.clutch.co/en/knowledge/for-service-providers?hsLang=en#project-inquiries) # How do Project Brief Messages Differ From Other Messages I Receive From a Prospect? ## Project briefs contain more fully scoped project requirements such as budget, timeline, objectives, and required deliverables. Unlike messages, where a prospective client can say, "I need SEO services," a Project Brief is a more thoroughly scoped project request that includes details like budget, timeline, objectives, and required deliverables. You'll receive Project Briefs via Clutch Messaging and an email sent to your Clutch profile admin and sales email. The Project Brief is an attachment that opens as a web page. 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