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What You Need to Know About Raffle & Competition Websites

Updated: 2 years ago
3 minutes

by Kade McConville
CEO of EMBARK w/15 years of WordPress experience. Business and Law Graduate. Marathon runner, mental health campaigner & proud dad.

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Over the past year or so, most of our lives have become entangled with the digital world. Most of the things we’ve used to do physically have now moved online. What does this mean to your business? Well, your efforts should also include a digital presence that people can quickly discover!

That being said, if you’re planning to run raffles and competitions, consider making a website for them!

What Are Raffle and Competition Websites?

Raffle and competition websites are websites where people can enter to win prizes. The prizes can be anything from gift cards to vacations. To enter, people usually have to fill out a form with their contact information and answer a few questions.

There are many different types of raffle and competition websites. Some are run by companies who are giving away their own products, while others are run by third-party organisations. There are also websites that specialise in running raffles and competitions for other companies.

Raffles and competitions can be great ways to get people interested in your product or service. They can also be a great way to generate leads. However, it’s important to make sure that you’re running them legally and that you’re not violating any laws.

How Do I Set up a Raffle or Competition Website?

Are you looking to set up a raffle or competition website? If so, there are a few things you need to keep in mind to ensure a successful launch.

When it comes to setting up a raffle or competition website, the first thing you need to do is choose the right platform. There are a variety of different platforms out there, so it’s important to take the time to find one that will meet your specific needs.

One of the most important factors to consider is the cost of the platform. Some platforms are free to use, while others come with a monthly or annual fee. It’s important to consider your budget when choosing a platform.

Another factor to consider is the features offered by the platform. Some platforms offer more features than others, so it’s important to find one that offers the features you need.

Finally, you’ll also want to consider the level of support offered by the platform. Some platforms offer more support than others, so it’s important to find one that will be able to help you if you run into any problems.

Once you’ve chosen the right platform, you’ll need to set up your prize structure. There are a few things to keep in mind when doing this.

First, you’ll need to decide how many prizes you’re going to offer. It’s important to offer a good mix of prizes so that there’s something for everyone.

Second, you’ll need to decide what the value of each prize will be. Again, it’s important to offer a good mix of prizes so that there’s something for everyone.

Third, you’ll need to choose a method for selecting the winners. There are a few different methods you can use, so it’s important to choose one that will be fair and transparent.

Finally, you’ll need to set up a system for delivering the prizes. There are a few different options here, so it’s important to choose one that will be convenient for both you and the winners.

Conclusion

Setting up a raffle or competition website can be a great way to increase traffic to your site and generate leads for your business. However, it’s important to keep a few things in mind to ensure a successful launch. In doing so, not only do you ensure that people come over and participate in the raffle and competition, but you more effectively share your name and attract people to learn more about you in the process!

EMBARK is a web design and marketing agency in South Wales offering a wide variety of services to meet any digital needs. If you are looking for a competition website design, work with us today!

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