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Photo contest entry form template

Collect entries for a photography competition with this photo contest entry form. Ask for the image, entry category, and details your judges need to review the work.

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Questions to consider for your photo contest entry form

Use these questions as suggestions when editing your copy. Keep the ones that fit your purpose and add any details your process needs.

  • What is the title and category of your photograph?
  • Where and when was it taken, if relevant to the contest?
  • How should we contact you about the entry?

How to use the responses

Publish clear requirements for image format, eligibility, and judging. Confirm how entered photos may be displayed and obtain the necessary permissions before using them publicly.

How to customize and share this template

  1. Explain the type of file you want, why it is needed, and who should submit it.
  2. Keep enough identifying context to match the file to the right project or request. State the accepted material and any size expectations before the upload question.
  3. Test the form with a suitable sample in your own copy, then decide where submissions will be reviewed and how you will follow up on missing information.

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Collect files with their context

Place a file-upload question beside the project, reference, or explanation you need to understand the submission.

Make the instructions clear

Edit the welcome message and question descriptions so people know what to prepare before sending a file.

Share one collection link

Send the published form to contributors or embed it on your website, then review incoming submissions in Youform.

Start free with unlimited forms and responses, subject to fair use. See Youform plans and features for the details.

Frequently asked questions

Should a photo contest form ask for image descriptions?
A short description can help judges understand context when that matters to the contest. Keep the required details consistent across entrants.
Can I customize this form template?
Yes. Choose Use this template to make your own copy in Youform. Edit the questions and colors, review the whole flow, then share a link or embed it on your website. See Youform plans for advanced features.
What is the file-size limit on the free plan?
Youform Free supports file uploads up to 10MB. State the limit in your instructions and check the pricing page for the plan details before collecting larger files.
Should I ask for anything besides the file?
Ask for a project name, reference, or short explanation if the reviewer needs it to identify the file. Avoid asking people to repeat information your team already has unless it is needed to match the submission.

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