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We clear up the confusion around Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube and LinkedIn competition rules once and for all.
OrigamiGlobe1st May 2023
Competition licences and permits are one of the more confusing aspects of running a competition. Find out if you need a permit to run your game of skill here.
OrigamiGlobe15th February 2022
Competition T&Cs not only protect your entrants, but they protect your business too - and they're required by both licensing bodies and social media platforms. Here's everything you need to know...
OrigamiGlobe15th June 2021
Tag a friend in the comments competitions on Instagram - do they break Instagram’s contest rules or are they permitted on the platform? The OrigamiGlobe team investigates…
OrigamiGlobe23rd February 2021
Wondering if it’s possible to change your competition or contest even though it’s live? In most cases you might be better off waiting until next competition… here’s why.
OrigamiGlobe19th November 2020
What happens if you break Facebook's contest rules? Can Facebook even tell if you have? What can they do about it? We delve down the Facebook rule competition rabbit hole...
OrigamiGlobe22nd September 2020
Can you help cover the costs of running a competition by charging your audience to enter? The short answer is no, but you may want to read our longer answer…
OrigamiGlobe25th August 2020
If you’re running a game of chance competition that’s open to residents of New South Wales (NSW), you'll need a permit. Here's everything you need to know.
OrigamiGlobe12th August 2020
The day has finally come - you no longer need a licence or permit to run a competition in NSW if your prize is under $10,000 AUD! Read on...
OrigamiGlobe2nd July 2020
Wondering how you run a fair competition on social media? So were a lot of others, so we wrote this blog to walk you through the ins and outs of fair social competitions.
OrigamiGlobe23rd June 2020
Do you know whether you need a licence if your prize is under $1,000 AUD? How about which states require a licence? We bust three common competition licensing myths and set the record straight...
OrigamiGlobe5th May 2020
We’ve all thought about extending a competition, especially if it’s not going to plan, but what are the financial, legal and reputation consequences of extending your contest?
OrigamiGlobe4th February 2020
Is your Facebook competition legal or will it get you and your page thrown in Facebook jail? Our super simple infographic breaks it down for you.
OrigamiGlobe2nd December 2019
Competition terms and conditions can be the make or break of a competition - so why put your business in the hands of a cobbled-together free template?
OrigamiGlobe26th November 2019
Facebook are now hiding like counts… so what does it mean for ‘like to win’ competitions?! Find out the good, the bad and the ugly side of hidden like counts.
OrigamiGlobe16th October 2019
What on earth is a trade promotion lottery and what does it have to do with my competition?! We're glad you asked....
OrigamiGlobe27th May 2019
Do you know what Instagram's competition rules are? Don't risk losing your hard-won followers over a simple slip-up...
OrigamiGlobe16th May 2019
If your competition breaks Facebook’s competition rules, your page and profile could be deleted. Here’s how to avoid “Facebook jail”.
OrigamiGlobe23rd April 2019
Avoid having your page shut down, losing all your followers, likes, posts and hard work. We replace Facebook competition myths with facts.
OrigamiGlobe2nd April 2019
Competition permits used to be confusing. Not anymore. You'll know if you need a licence, where and how to apply within 2 minutes...
OrigamiGlobe29th August 2018
Facebook are cracking down on engagement 'baiting'... find out what it is and why it spells doom for like, comment and share competitions.
OrigamiGlobe19th December 2017
What's the difference between a game of chance and a game of skill? No, it's not a start to a bad joke, it's an important definition...
OrigamiGlobe19th September 2017
Don't get too excited, the laws haven't changed just yet - but here's everything you need to know about the possible changes...
OrigamiGlobe7th August 2017
Terms and conditions are an essential part of any competition... not only do they protect your winners, but they protect your business too.
OrigamiGlobe28th February 2017
The last time the NSW government updated their lottery licence laws was 1901. I guess they figured after 115 years it was time for another update...
OrigamiGlobe8th August 2016