What is an Entry?
In a Faceoff, Poll, Quiz or other contest formats, you can submit your own options/candidates/question, which can be part of the contest. This is known as an entry. These can be in the form of either images or text.
Do I get prize points if I create an entry? How many points do I get per entry?
You don’t get any prize points if you create/add an entry, but the fact that you played a part in making it more fun is what counts!
Can I delete an entry after creating it?
No, entries once submitted cannot be deleted as other users vote for or against these entries and their points depend on it.
When will the contest that I created be visible on the website?
Entries and contests created by users are moderated for the safety and security of the site. A contest created by a user will be visible on the site immediately after it's been approved by our moderators.
Can I upload my own videos on the website for any contest?
Not yet as we are still testing the system. But it’ll be up and running before you know it.
What hardware/software or other resources are essential to create an entry?
You’ll obviously need a PC.
Windows 95 or latest.
Internet Explorer 5 or above OR Mozilla Firefox.
A 266 mhz processor or better.
32 MB RAM or more.
Macromedia flash player.
Recommended resolution: 1024x768 and up.
How do I tell people about my contest?
Go to the contest that you have created and then click on the "Share contest" option. Enter the required details in the pop up window and click on "Send". Your friend will receive an invitation by email.
Can I edit my own contest?
Contests once created cannot be edited. You can, however, add more entries to your contest.
Can I pull down an entry that I don’t like?
No, you cannot delete an entry that you don’t like.
Can I create a practice entry?
No, you can’t create a practice entry but we don’t think you’ll ever need to. Creating a contest on Contests2win beta is as simple as a walk in the park.
Will I be intimated by email/sms when an entry has been added to my contest or when my contest goes live?
Yes, you will certainly be intimated via email once your contest goes live.
Can others add entries to my contest?
Others can add entries to your contest only if you want them to. You have to specify this while creating your contest. The interface has an option to allow this or not.
What is a poll?
A poll is a contest format where there is no right answer. It is opinion based. You score points if your opinion matches the opinion of majority of the users who have taken the poll.
What is a quiz?
A Quiz is a contest format where a user must select the correct answer to the questions asked from the given options. The player scores points for each correct answer.
What is a Faceoff?
A Faceoff is a contest format where a voter chooses between the better of two entries until the contests2win system can determine the voter's ranked list of choices for the contest. You score points if you pick the Faceoff candidate/ entry that has received more votes than the other.
What is a Tag?
A ‘Tag’ is a keyword that helps a person search for your contest easily on the website. E.g. actors, cricket, etc
What's a community?
A community is a list of all the Contests2win users. it's also a place where all of Contests2win's best contest creators, top players and winners get their piece of glory.
What is a Score?
A score is a number that judges a users performance in a particular contest. Scores are displayed for every contest, unlike Prize points, which are only won on certain contests.
What are Prize Points?
Prize points are points that are earned when a user plays selected contests for the first time, unlike a score which is universal to all contests. These Prize Points can later be redeemed for prizes.
Can I play without logging in? Will I still earn points?
You can play, but you can’t earn points. Make sure you're signed in when you're playing so that our system can track your progress and credit points to your account.
Can I create a contest without logging in?
No. You have to log in if you want to create a contest.
How many times can I play a particular contest? Prize Points?
You can play a particular contest as many times as you want, but you only earn Prize Points for your first attempt at the contest.
How do I change my email or password?
You can change your email by clicking on "My Account" then "Edit Profile" followed by clicking on the "Change Password" option.
What happens if I forget my username or password?
Click on "Forgot Password" & enter your email address. Your password will be sent to the email address provided by you.
How do I vote for a contest?
You can vote for or vote against a contest by simply clicking on the "Thumbs Up" or the "Thumbs Down" sign respectively.
Can I bookmark a contest as "favourite"?
Yes you can. Simply click on the ‘Heart’ icon near the contest & it will be added to your favourites.
Is all the information in my account safe?
Yes, your information is secure with us & we shall not share it with anyone.
Can I play a contest whose duration has expired?
Yes you can play the contests whose duration has expired. However you will not be awarded any points for doing so.
How do I send my feedback to Contests2Win?
Mail us your feedback at contactus@c2w.com
What if I find something inappropriate on the site?
If you find any offensive content on the website you can report it to us by sending us an email to contactus@c2w.com & we shall address it immediately.
Which browser is the best for accessing Contests2Win.com?
You can access the Contests2win website from any browser.
Can Foreigners / Non-resident Indians participate in contests on Contests2win?
Yes.
Can anyone residing outside India win a prize?
Not currently, but we're working on it.
Is there a fee to use this website?
No. The site is absolutely free!
Can anyone else have access to the information that I give during registration?
No. Your information is secure with us & we shall not share it with anyone. But do be careful about sharing your username & password, especially on shared computers at cyber cafes or at work.
What does Contests2Win do with all the information taken during registration?
Your information is securely kept with the Contests2win.com database. We use the information to get in touch with you if and when required.
How do I make a profile for myself? How do I edit my profile with new information?
After signing in with your Contests2win username and password, click on "My Account" and then proceed to edit your profile.
Can I get a regular update on the new contests hosted on your site, via email?
Yes. You can get regular updates via email.
How do I contact Contests2Win?
You can get in touch with us via email at contactus@c2w.com.
Who do I contact if I need more information on a particular contest?
You can post a comment on the particular contest's page. If you still need further clarifications you can email us at contactus@c2w.com. We will respond to your query as soon as possible.
Sometimes the page does not refresh or it says ‘Loading’ for a long time, why?
This could be due to a connectivity problem or a problem with the browser you are using. In such instances, ‘Refresh’ the page or try connecting to the website again.
Score / Prize Points
What is a Score?
A score is a number that judges a users performance in a particular contest. Scores are displayed for every contest, unlike Prize points, which are only won on certain contests.
What are Prize Points?
Prize points are points that are earned when a user plays selected contests for the first time, unlike a score which is universal to all contests. These Prize Points can later be redeemed for prizes.
Is there negative marking? If yes then is it applicable to all contests?
No. Currently we do not have negative marking for any contest.
How do I redeem my Prize Points?
You can redeem your Prize Points by going to the ‘Prizes’ section, clicking on the prize that you desire, then click on the ‘Redeem Now’ link that is present at the bottom of the window. If you qualify to redeem the prize i.e. possess the required amount in Prize Points, click on the ‘Redeem Now’ button at the bottom of the page. Proceed to fill the entire form & enter your ‘Password’ to confirm the redemption.
Where can I view my Prize Points?
You can view your Prize Points earned by visiting your profile page.
How do I join the new Contests2Win? Will my old Contests2win id work? Will my points get transferred?
You need to ‘Sign up’ to join Contests2win. But, if you already have a previous Contests2win id, you can get it transferred along with your points to the new Contests2win.
How will I know if I have won? How long will you take to announce the results of a contest?
At the end of each contest, winners will be declared. These winners will be intimated via email or phone & their names will also be displayed on the website.
How do you search for people on Contests2win beta?
We have created a whole new section where Contests2win where users can interact with each other. Look under the “Community” tab, your search ends there.
Can I invite my friends to play a particular contest?
Yes you definitely can. All you have to do is go to the contest you want to share with your friend and click on "Share contest". Enter the requisite details in the pop-up window that appears and your friend will receive an email invite from us.
Any other questions?*
E-mail us on contactus@c2w.com You’ll be happy to know we check our mail every 10 min.