Video Contest Rules & FAQ

We want you to win fair and square, so our rules are simple and reasonable. Just contact us or post a message to ask a question or to make a suggestion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Joining

How do I join a contest?

First, see if you have a video that matches one of the contests. When you upload your video you can choose which contest to enter.

If I don't win, can I use the same video in another contest?

Yes, as long as your video matches the contest description.

I have lots of videos. Can I enter several in the same contests?

You can if they all match the contest description.

How can I know when new contests start?

Visit the contest page to join the contest notification email list!

Prizes

How many prizes can I win?

Only one per contest, but you can enter as many contests as you want.

How many prizes are given in a contest?

Every contest is a little different, but most have 3 prizes. Check the contest details to find out.

How do you send cash prizes?

Our cash prizes are delivered by PayPal. Just tell us your PayPal email address and we'll deposite the loot! If you win and don't have a PayPal account, please make one.

Do I need to pay for prize shipping?

No! Prizes that require delivery are shipped right to your door.

Voting

Who can vote for my video?

Anyone can vote — they don't even have to be FightTube members!

How long does each contest last?

The contest period is usually 30 days. People can only vote during that time.

Sharing

When can I share my video?

After you upload a contest video, you can watch and share it immediately. Only during the "Active" contest period can people vote on it. After the contest, your video will still be available wherever it was shared.

How can I promote my video?

You can send your video link (URL) to friends, tatoo the link on your forehead, or embed the video on your own website

How do I play my video on my website?

Just visit your video page, click the "Link" tab, and copy the text under "Embeddable Player". Paste this code in the HTML of your blog, MySpace, or other website.

How can I send my video to friends on Facebook?

Visit your video page and click the "Share on Facebook" button under the video.

Can I pay people to vote for my video?

Don't get any funny ideas (no you can't — it's not very fair).
Contest Rules

Video Entries

To avoid copyright infringement, you must have permission to post the video:

  • The video was recorded by you, or someone gave you permission to publish (upload) it.
  • Do not use copyrighted images, video, or music in your video.

The video must be original:

  • Do not enter a video that was previously published (uploaded) to another website, on a DVD, or publically released in any other way.
  • Why? To keep it fair, we have to be sure that it really is your video.

Voting

  • Anyone can vote on your video. They can only vote "thumbs up" — there are no negative votes!
  • The maximum number of votes and voting frequency for a voter is limited (usually, one vote per person).
  • Don't be naughty! Cheaters never win. We have ways to find out.

Winner Selection

  • The video with the most votes by the contest finish date wins 1st place!
  • The 2nd, 3rd etc. videos are also determined by total votes.

Prizes and Delivery

  • Prize winners will be notified by email. If your prize requires delivery, we will request your shipping address at that time.
  • We will never ask winners for money or any other information, such as passwords.
  • If winners do not respond within 10 days of notification, your prize may be awarded to the next runner-up.

Disqualification

You could be disqualified if:

  • Your video was found to be part of a DVD, movie, or any other copyright work.
  • Your video is found anywhere else online. To prove you have an original video, don't upload it anywhere else until after the contest!
  • Your video doesn't match the contest description. For example, don't put a street fight video into a "Karate Training" contest.
  • We detect that someone is trying to 'game' our system and boost votes for your video. This includes paying people to vote for you. Remember, we watch for that stuff!
  • Your video violates the FightTube Terms of Use in some way.
If disqualified, your video will be removed from the contest (and possibly removed from FightTube). You will be notified if this happens.