Contests and Promotions
How Do I Add a Birthday Field to a Contest Entry Form in SoCast Engage?
Log in to SoCast Engage. Navigate to Promotions > Contests > All Contests. Click Add New and select one of the available contest formats (e.g., Enter a Sweepstakes). Click Use this Template to open the contest builder. Enter your contest title, start ...
How Do I Properly Test Contest Entry Forms in SoCast Engage?
To properly test contest entry forms in SoCast Engage, follow these steps: Log out of SoCast Engage before testing the contest entry form on your live site. Being logged into the backend can cause errors during testing. Alternatively, open an ...
How Do I Avoid Error Codes When Testing Contests In SoCast Engage?
When testing a contest on your live site, make sure you are logged out of SoCast Engage (the backend admin area). Alternatively, you can use an incognito or private browsing window to open the contest and test the entry process. This ensures you are ...
How Do I Add a Contest Feed and Customize Blog Previews in SoCast Engage?
Adding a Contest Feed Log in to SoCast Engage. Navigate to Promotions > Contests > All Contests. Create contest posts in this section to ensure entry forms and pre-built templates are used. The contest feed can be added to your homepage or featured ...
How Do I Create a Contest Using the Contesting Platform in SoCast Engage?
Log in to SoCast Engage. Navigate to Promotions > Contests > All Contests. Click on Add New. Select the Sweepstakes template for a signup-type contest. However, you are welcome to use any of the templates available there. We recommend choosing a ...
How Long Does It Take To Receive Contest Entries CSV Export From SoCast Engage?
When exporting contest entries as a CSV file from SoCast Engage, the time it takes to receive the download link via email can vary depending on the amount of data being exported. Typically, it can take anywhere from a few minutes up to an hour for ...
How Do I Transfer a Contest Page From AMP CMS to SoCast Engage and Keep the Same URL for a QR Code?
Log in to SoCast Engage. Navigate to Promotions > Contest > All Contests. Click Add New. Select the Enter a Sweepstakes template and click Use Template. Transfer the logo and contest descriptions from AMP CMS to the new contest entry. No need to ...
Are National Contest Rules Pages Consistent Across All Stations In SoCast Engage?
Yes, National Contest Rules pages are consistent across all stations in SoCast Engage. Each station has an Advertising page, a National Contest Rules page, and a General Contest Rules page. These pages are syndicated from the management site to ...
Does SoCast Support RSS Feeds For Contests Or The Feature Rotator Element?
No, SoCast does not currently support RSS feeds for Contests or the Feature Rotator Element. RSS feeds are only available for blog post categories. If you need to syndicate content via RSS, please use a blog post category. The Feature Rotator and ...
How Are Winners Notified And Prizes Fulfilled For SoCast Mega Contests?
For SoCast Mega Contests, the process for notifying winners and fulfilling prizes is as follows: Once a winner is selected, SoCast will notify the participating radio station and provide the winner's details. The radio station has the option to ...
How Do I Upload Contest Rules In SoCast Engage?
Log in to your SoCast Engage account and select your station. Navigate to the Contests section. Click on Contest Settings. Click on the Legal tab (next to General and Appearance). Select Configure Account Rule. From there, you’ll be able to upload ...
How Do I Add Or Remove Contest Links In The Navigation Menu In SoCast Engage?
To add a contest link to your website's navigation menu in SoCast Engage, follow these steps: Log in to SoCast Engage. Navigate to Promotions > Contests > All Contests (or Contest Legacy if your contests are stored there). Open the contest you want ...
How Do I Post Contest Rules On My Website Using SoCast Engage?
Log in to your SoCast Engage account. Navigate to the Website section. Click on Pages, then All Pages to view your existing pages. At the top, next to the Pages heading, click Add New. Enter a page title such as Rules of Contest and add your contest ...
How Do I Display Sweepstakes on the Contest Page in SoCast Engage?
Log in to your SoCast Engage dashboard. Go to the Website section. Navigate to Pages > All Pages and search for your Contests page. Open the Contests page. If a Contest List is not present, click the plus (+) icon (typically located at the lower ...
How Do I Resolve Issues With Pages Not Loading Or Site Functions Not Working On The SoCast Loyalty Contesting Platform?
If you or your listeners are experiencing issues with pages not loading or certain site functions not working on the SoCast loyalty contesting platform, try the following steps: Clear your browser cookies and cache: Cached files from previous ...
How Do I Remove or Adjust the Sidebar on Contest Pages in SoCast Engage?
Set the Default Layout to No Sidebar: Go to Website > Website Settings in SoCast Engage. Set the default layout to No Sidebar. Customize the Sidebar for the Homepage (if needed): Navigate to the Pages > All Pages section. Find and select the ...
What Is Considered A Conversion In Gravity Forms For Contesting?
A conversion in Gravity Forms for contesting is defined as a user successfully submitting the contest entry form. This means that each time a user completes and submits the form, it is counted as a conversion.
Does The SoCast Contesting Platform Have Ready-Made Survey Templates Or Support Importing Survey Templates?
No, the SoCast Contesting platform does not offer ready-made templates for survey-type questions or survey logic, and templates from other survey systems cannot be imported into the contesting tool. To collect survey responses, you can create a ...
How Do I Resolve Timeout Errors When Creating a Contest in SoCast Engage?
If you encounter a timeout error or the page stalls when trying to create a contest in SoCast Engage, try clearing your browser's cache and cookies. After clearing your cache and cookies, log back into SoCast Engage. Attempt to create the contest ...
What Do Contest Points Represent In SoCast Engage?
In SoCast Engage, contest points are used for bragging rights and to track participant progress, especially in quiz contests. These points do not have any monetary value and cannot be redeemed for prizes. They are intended to enhance engagement and ...
Why Is There a Delay When Exporting Contest Entrants as a CSV File in SoCast Engage?
When exporting contest entrants as a CSV file in SoCast Engage, you may experience a delay before receiving the email with your file. This delay can be caused by several factors: Large Data Volume: Exporting a large set of data takes longer for the ...
Can I Set Entry Limits To Once Per Hour In SoCast Engage Contests?
Yes, you can. To do this, go to Promotions > Contests > All Contests. If you don’t have a contest yet, click Add New. If you already have a contest, click Edit. Under Entry Limit Frequency, select Once Per Hour. Save and publish your changes.
What Can Listeners Do With Points Earned In SoCast Engage Contests?
Currently, points earned in SoCast Engage contests are for bragging rights and tracking progress, especially in quiz contests. These points do not have any monetary value and cannot be redeemed for prizes or used to enter additional contests. They ...
How Do I Remove Entry Restrictions For Online Contests In SoCast Engage?
Log in to SoCast Engage. Navigate to Website > Forms. Go to Settings > Form Settings > Restrictions. Remove or adjust the restriction that limits submissions by going to Form Settings > Blacklists > Max. Submissions per Day (If set above 0 then the ...
Can Listeners Use The Same Login For Contesting Across Multiple Stations In SoCast Engage?
No, listeners cannot use a single login for contesting across multiple stations in SoCast Engage, as each station uses a separate database. This means users must create a separate account for each station individually. However, listeners can register ...
How Do I Add a Contest Page and Update the Feature Rotator in SoCast Engage?
To Add a New Contest Page: Log in to SoCast Engage. Navigate to Pages > All Pages. Click Add New Page. Create your contest page, including all rules and details. Publish the page. To Add the Contest to the Homepage Feature Rotator: In SoCast Engage, ...
Can I Embed The Rewards/VIP Platform Contest Widget On My Website Using HTML?
No, you cannot embed the contesting part of the rewards/VIP platform on your website using HTML. The contesting section is hosted through the rewards platform and can only be accessed via the VIP redirect. There is no available embed code for this ...
Can I Hide Poll Results After Voting In Express Polls?
No, Express Polls does not have an option to hide the current poll results after a user submits their vote. The feature is designed to display results publicly to gather opinions. If you require poll results to remain hidden after voting, consider ...
How Do I Download Contest Entrant Names And Other Entry Data In SoCast Engage Contesting Platform?
Log in to SoCast Engage and navigate to the contest in question. Click on the contest to open its details. Go to More Actions > Player Report. Check the Select All Fields box to include all available entry data fields. Click Run. This will download ...
How Do I Remove the 'Contest Description' Text From a Contest in SoCast Engage?
To remove the Contest Description: Log in to SoCast Engage. Go to Promotions > Contests > All Contests. Select and edit the contest you want to update. Click Switch to Back-End Editor. Locate the Contest Description (a Text Block element) and click ...
What Is the 2025 Mega Contests Calendar?
Get a head start on your promotions planning for next year! We are excited to announce the full 2025 Mega Contests schedule. These promotions have consistently driven major listener engagement, helping many stations grow their membership and boost ...
What Is the 2024 Mega Contests Calendar?
Get a head start on your promotions planning for 2024! We are excited to announce our full 2024 Mega Contests schedule. These promotions have consistently driven major listener engagement, helping many stations grow their audience and database. The ...
How Can I Boost Contest Engagement on Facebook for My Radio Station?
How Can I Boost Contest Engagement on Facebook for My Radio Station? Looking to maximize your social media presence and drive more engagement for your station’s big promotions? If your sponsor’s budget doesn’t allow for paid Facebook ads or boosted ...
What Are the Frequently Asked Questions About the New SoCast Contesting Tool 1.5?
Frequently Asked Questions About the New SoCast Contesting Tool 1.5 This Article Is For: All users with 'Promotions' permissions Applicable to all SoCast themes Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about the new contesting system. If ...
How Do I Select a Contest Format in the New Contesting Tool 1.5?
How Do I Select a Contest Format in the New Contesting Tool 1.5? This Article Is For: All users with 'Promotions' permissions Applicable to all SoCast Themes For a video tutorial, please visit: Google Drive Video Tutorial Overview The Contesting Tool ...
What Is the Overview of the SoCast Contesting Tool 1.5 for Radio Broadcasters?
Overview of SoCast Contesting Tool 1.5 This Article Is For: All users with 'Promotions' permissions Applicable to all SoCast Themes Requirements: If you have transitioned to SoCast via Promosuite, you will not have access to the contesting feature. ...
How Do I Set Up a Contest in the SoCast Contesting System? (Updated Guide for Radio Broadcasters)
How Do I Set Up a Contest in the SoCast Contesting System? (Updated Guide for Radio Broadcasters) This Article Is For: All users with 'Promotions' permissions Applicable to all SoCast Themes For a video tutorial, please visit: Google Drive Video ...
What Is the Table of Contents for the New SoCast Contesting System?
Contests Table of Contents (New Contesting System Updated) This Article Is For: All users with 'Promotions' permissions Applicable to all SoCast Themes Requirements: If you have transitioned to SoCast via Promosuite, you will not have access to the ...
How Do I Create a Local "Best Of" Promotion Using SoCast?
How Do I Create a Local "Best Of" Promotion Using SoCast? Running a local "Best Of" promotion is a great way to engage listeners and highlight community favorites like restaurants, coffee shops, and bookstores. Follow the steps below to set up your ...
How Do I Configure the PromoSuite Contest Winners Settings Element?
How Do I Configure the PromoSuite Contest Winners Settings Element? Use the PromoSuite Contest Winners Settings element to display contest winners from your PromoSuite Next account on your website. Once added to a page, blog, or other content area, ...
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