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
Everyone loves getting likes… but the truth is no one cares about your likes besides you - and what’s more like to win is a crap entry method. Here’s why.
OrigamiGlobe20th April 2021
We may be competition experts, but we also know competitions aren’t always the answer. Here‘s how we make sure our clients really do need to run a competition…
OrigamiGlobe13th April 2021
Unsubscribers got you down? Here’s the down low on keeping your entrants engaged, keeping your list clean and collecting the right emails to avoid those dreaded unsubscribes when running competitions, contests and giveaways…
OrigamiGlobe16th March 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
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
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
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
Looking for something to help you run the perfect competition yourself? Competition in a Box is the answer. Here's what it is and what it includes...
OrigamiGlobe10th June 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
We clear up the confusion around Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube and LinkedIn competition rules once and for all.
OrigamiGlobe30th March 2019
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
Build an audience, generate excitement and get support for your crowdfunding campaign with competitions - but which platforms allow them?
OrigamiGlobe23rd November 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
If you're running a social media competition, you'll want to make sure you obey these 10 commandments... especially number 2.
OrigamiGlobe14th March 2016
Take these 6 tips on board when planning your competition and you’ll be on to a winner from the outset. Yes, this post is full of terrible puns...
OrigamiGlobe15th February 2016