2.1 How do I register with Awwwards?

To sign up for Awwwards, click the "Register" button at the top of the homepage. You can register using your e-mail address, or via Facebook or Twitter.

2.2 Why should I become an Awwwards user?

If you’re a designer, developer or web agency, joining Awwwards is practically compulsory. You’ll stay up to date with the latest internet trends, resources, tutorials and interviews, and most importantly of all, the best websites out there. You’ll also be able to create a personalized gallery of your Favorite sites and benefit from our search and filtering technology.

2.3 How can I change my e-mail address?

Log in to Awwwards, click on your username and select “Change Password”. Type your new email address and click “Accept”.

2.4 I’ve forgotten my password, how can I get it back?

Click the “Log in” button and follow the “forgotten password” link. You’ll receive e-mail instructions on how to reset your password.

2.5 How can I change my profile picture?

Log in to Awwwards, click on your username and select “Settings”. Next, click “Upload an Image”. Click the “Choose File” button to select the image you want to use and finish by clicking “Accept”.

2.6 How can I change my e-mail notification preferences?

Log in to Awwwards, click on your username and select “Settings”. On this page, you can choose which e-mails you'd like to receive. Confirm by clicking “Accept”.

2.7 How can I close my account?

Log in to Awwwards, click on your username and select “Settings”. Then click “De-activate Account” to permanently delete your account.

3.1 Can I submit a site made using Flash technology?

Awwwards allows the use of Flash in participant websites, but only when it is justified and does not involve more than 25% of the total content of the website. Furthermore, alternative content must be provided for mobile devices that do not support flash technology.

3.2 Can I submit a site made using a theme/ template?

No. Awwwards only accepts 100% original designs.

3.3 Can I submit pages with adult content?

We don’t accept sites of an adult nature.

3.4 Do I need to pay if I want to submit a site for an NGO?

Yes. You can request a code to submit a non-profit site free of charge.

3.5 What payment methods can I use?

You can currently choose from 3 payment methods: by credit card, or using a Paypal or Skrill (MoneyBookers) account.

3.6 Can I get an invoice for my submission?

Of course. In your user area, access the submissions section from the top menu where your name is shown. Select the transaction and print your invoice.

3.7 What’s the difference between a Standard Submission and a Professional one?

Both types of submission include entry to the Awwwards competition, but the professional option gives a greater boost to your site’s visibility. We submit the site to our distribution list of galleries and blogs, and you also get a sponsor banner in our Nominees gallery to promote your site or agency.

3.8 I’ve won an Awwward, how do I get my certificate?

If you’ve won an Awwward but haven’t received your certificate, send us an e-mail with the name of your site and we’ll e-mail you the files you need to print it out.

3.9 I’ve won an Awwward, will my site feature in the annual book?

Yes. Your site will appear in our book The Best 365 Websites Around the World alongside the rest of the year’s winners. You can buy the book on Book.awwwards.com, or from one of our partners, Amazon and Blurb.

3.10 How does the evaluation system work?

To find out more about our website evaluation process, please click here.

3.11 I submitted my site for Site of the Day. It’s been a couple of months and I haven’t heard back...what’s going on?

Your site will remain in competition for approximately 3 months from the time you receive confirmation of your nomination. During this time, Awwwards users and our judges will vote on the site.

Whether or not your site is selected as a winner, you will receive an e-mail from us letting you know the result. However, please be patient and understand that it may take 3 months to determine the outcome.

See “Why didn’t my site win Site of the Day?” for further details.

3.12 Why didn’t my site win Site of the Day?

Once approved by the Awwwards team, sites do not only compete with others submitted on the same day. Nominees will be in competition with all sites nominated in the same 3 month period (approx.). Only sites that achieve scores in the top range will be selected.

Since we can’t control the standard of the sites submitted on a given day, this ensures that only really outstanding sites will appear as “Site of the Day”, making things fairer for everyone. For this reason competition is very stiff. To win, your site must be one of the very best submitted over a period of 2-3 months.

Scores are awarded by our jury according to a set of criteria that are as fair and transparent as we can make them. The Awwwards team does not make the final decision.

4.1 What is Status?

Status is our way of rewarding users who dedicate their time, commitment and knowledge to contribute to our community.

The aim of Awwwards is to create an online community who can bring their expertise to bear on new internet projects. For this purpose, we’ve created an online reputation system so that users who actively participate on our site by bringing their knowledge and commitment to the table can increase their reputation and as a result, gain more privileges.

To find out more about our reputation system (Status), please click here.

How do I earn Status points?
What are Status points for?
Can I be sanctioned and lose Status points?

4.2. How do I add sites to my Favorites?

There are two ways to add sites to your Favorites. You can click on the heart icon that appears below each screenshot, or alternatively you can use the “Add sites” function to add sites not present on Awwwards. You’ll find this in the user panel within your Favorites section.

4.3. What do I get for gaining Status points?

Most importantly, users with over 5000 Status points become Honorary Members, with their votes counting towards the final score for nominees. You can also earn prizes, discounts, free submissions and plenty of other surprises.

4.4 Does my user vote count towards the final score for nominees?

If you have more than 5000 Status points, your vote counts.

4.5 Can I report a user who behaves maliciously?

Yes. Go to the user’s profile, click on the orange hand icon, and select your reason for reporting them.

4.6 What’s the point of following other users?

Awwwards is a giant database which includes some of the best designers, developers, programmers and web agencies in the world. Doesn’t it seem like a good idea?

5.1 What is a Favorite?

When you click the heart icon that appears below a screenshot, the site is marked as a Favorite and added to your personal Favorites section in your user area.

5.2. How do I add sites to my Favorites?

There are two ways to add sites to your Favorites. You can click on the heart icon that appears below each screenshot, or alternatively you can use the “Add sites” function to add sites not present on Awwwards. You’ll find this in the user panel within your Favorites section.

5.3. Can I add a site not present on Awwwards to my Favorites?

Yes. Go to your Favorites section and click the “Add sites” button to add a site not present on Awwwards.

5.4 How can I filter sites in my Favorites?

In your Favorites section,look for the icons at the right of the menu. You can use these to filter by Category, Tags, Colors, Date, Structure, etc

5.5 How can I filter Nominees?

In the Nominees section, look for the icons at the right of the menu. You can use these to filter by Category, Tags, Colors, Date, Structure, etc

5.6 How can I filter Sites of the Day?

In the Winners section, look for the icons at the right of the menu. You can use these to filter by Category, Tags, Colors, Date, Structure, etc

6.1 What’s the cost of posting a job offer or book/ App submission?

A job post, App or book submission each cost €99. Jobs will stay on the job board for 90 days. Apps and books that pass the selection process will be featured in the relevant section indefinitely.

6.2. I bought a 3-job pack. When will it expire?

There is no expiry date, you can use them whenever you want.

6.3. What payment methods can I use?

You can currently choose from 3 payment methods: by credit card, or using a Paypal or Skrill (MoneyBookers) account.

6.4 Can I get an invoice for my Job post or Book/ App submission?

Of course. In your user area, access the submissions section from the top menu where your name is shown. Select the transaction and print your invoice.

6.5 Can I suggest my book for the Books section?

Yes. Click here to find out more and send us your submission.

6.6 Is there any guarantee that my book will be posted after I pay the €99?

No. The $99 covers the cost of assessing the book and producing the accompanying text. If your book does not measure up to our standards, or is not relevant to our users, your fee will be refunded.

7.1 How can I become a guest author?

You can use our contact form to send us your proposal. Include a bio of yourself and examples of any posts you’ve written for other sites.

7.2. How do I suggest a topic for the Blog?

You can use our contact form to send us your suggestions. Please explain why you want to see the topic covered on our blog.

7.3. How can I filter articles in the Blog?

In the Blog section, look for the icons at the right of the menu. You can use these to filter by Category, Tags and Date.