Most prizes will be shipped within approximately 4-6 weeks after the contest or sweepstakes has ended. If you do not receive your prize after 6 weeks have passed, please contact us. ...Read More
If you send us an email using the “HELP” link on any given promotion we can certainly check to see if your entry has been recorded. ...Read More
While each contest or sweepstake is different, typically entrants can enter multiple times. There may be a limit however of once per day or per entry period per person. ...Read More
With most contests and sweepstakes there is no purchase necessary to enter. In most cases a simple form to fill out with name, email, etc. is all that is required. In other cases, you might need to submit a photo, essay, video or complete an action such as entering a pin code. If a contest requires the user to have first purchased a product or service, then an alternate method of entry (AMOE) is made available. This ensures equal opportunity for everyone to receive an entry without having to make a purchase. The AMOE could be a mail-in entry which asks for the entrant to answer a simple question with a handwritten note with regards to the brand or promotion. ...Read More
Prize winners cannot be announced until they have accepted their prizes. After a potential winner is drawn either during the promotion on specific dates or at the end, they are contacted by the contest or sweepstakes administrator. The potential winner(s) need to sign documents to confirm that they are the named individual and that they agree to accept the prize. There may also be tax documents (required by the IRS) as well depending on the value of the prize(s). Once the documents have been received and the winner(s) confirmed can they be formally announced. The total time this takes is anywhere from a week to a month after drawing depending on how quickly a response is received. Sometimes a 2nd or 3rd alternate winner may need to be drawn if no response is received or if a prize is declined. ...Read More
Usually this is possible, unless specifically stated in the rules that an individual cannot win more than one prize. There are usually no restrictions to the number of prizes one individual can win. Individuals can win multiple prizes during a contest or sweepstakes. Typically, your chances of winning depend on the total number of entries received during the promotion period. ...Read More
Typically contests or sweepstakes that include a user account with login and password will have a simple “Forgot Password” function to reset a password. Simply click on the link or button and enter your email address to reset your password. You’ll receive a reset password email asking you to click a link to continue to reset your password. You’ll be taken back to the microsite and will be presented with a form requiring you to set a new password. ...Read More
Prize details must be explicitly laid out, including what the prizes are, how many are available, their approximate retail value (ARV) and when they will be drawn. ...Read More
Typical North American contests and sweepstakes are open to residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec). Quebec is almost always excluded due to the additional costs required for legal. Rules must specifically state where you must reside, listing countries or states to be eligible for entry. If controlled substances or gambling is involved the rules must state the minimum age required for entry (usually 18, 19 or 21 depending on the state or province). ...Read More
Typical contests and sweepstakes start at 12:01AM ET and end at 11:59PM ET on specific dates. While most run for a few months, they can be as short as just a few days. ...Read More
Build Email List - Have someone to sell your product to Develop Social Followers - Have people pay attention to what you’re brand is doing Gather Data - Find out more about your consumers Brand Awareness - Create chatter about your brand, services and/or products Distribute Coupons - To encourage trials and sales Create Brand Buzz - Because word of mouth is still the most trusted source Encourage Website Visits - Brand (re)discovery, remaining top-of-mind leads to sales Reasonable Cost Content - It provides your brand with something to hype/talk about Valuable Marketing Research - The more you know about your target market, the better Social interactions - Consumers enjoy brands that engage and recognize them ...Read More
Contestors are people who regularly participate in online contests and sweepstakes marketed by companies to promote their brand. Contestors are regular people and they buy products too. In fact, Contestors make for more loyal consumers and can make fantastic brand advocates. Contestors also support your contest by promoting your contest on dedicated sweepstakes and contest sites. These sites, some with over 100,000 visitors per month, are added value media that drive additional consumers to your campaign. ...Read More
No, your contest will draw attention to Contestors. While a portion of your entrants will be Contestors, a portion of the additional traffic they bring to your contest will be in your target demographic. Keep in mind that no media vehicle is 100% targeted. While these sweepstakes and contest sites are not as targeted as some traditional media, the media is FREE and the additional exposure will get your contest and brand seen by more people, increasing brand awareness. Contest marketing will help you reach the right people in a cost effective manner. ...Read More
Social sharing is the practice of sharing content from a website on a social media site or application. Social sharing is a critical point of a solid contest marketing platform. SHARE & WIN contests are usually the most effective style for marketers. Finding new prospects or those who indicate they are interested in your product and service are best engaged through social sharing (friend-to-friend) as 85% of all people trust the referral of a friend. ...Read More
First and last name Address Email Gender Age Location via postal code Programs can also be utilized to gather additional information for testing and or sale. Prospect opinions can be harvested on various items such as brand, competitors, and pricing levels, just about anything you need to learn about your consumers. ...Read More