How Do I Set Up My First Contest in Gleam?

Q: How Do I Set Up My First Contest in Gleam?

Choose the Simple Contest Template, add your prize details, select entry actions, and publish. Click to see the full step-by-step process. To set up your first simple contest in Gleam: Select the simple contest template from your dashboard Add your prize title, description, and an engaging image Choose your entry actions (social follows, visits, referrals) Set the contest start and end dates Save and publish your campaign Your contest will have a shareable link and embed code so you can promote it across your channels immediately.

Published on August 13, 2025; Updated on October 30, 2026

To set up your first simple contest in Gleam:

Select the simple contest template from your dashboard
Add your prize title, description, and an engaging image
Choose your entry actions (social follows, visits, referrals)
Set the contest start and end dates
Save and publish your campaign

Your contest will have a shareable link and embed code so you can promote it across your channels immediately.

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How Do I Pick a Winner for My Simple Contest?

Use Gleam’s built-in random draw tool to select verified winners after your contest ends. Click to see how it works.