Giveaways – How to promote

[Sarah (Sadie)]

Good morning!

I’m not sure if this is a better place than the group ‘contest/giveaway’ to post this question but here goes….

I have had some great suggestions from members on apps to use for contests/giveaways.  No I’m wondering the best way to promote the contest.  Of course I will add it to the giveaway forum for all my BP friends.  I’m wondering about posting to walls and such.  What is the etiquette and how do I get the party started?  It’s interactive so the more response the better.  Would be grateful for your suggestions. 

 

Thanks,

Sadie

[Jessica]

I share my giveaway on all my social networks (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) several times throughout the giveaway.

I also post on giveaway posting sites including:

http://enteronlinesweeps.com/

http://dealseekingmom.com/tag/giveaway-gathering/

http://www.giveawaypromote.com/submit-giveaway/

http://justsweep.com/submit-a-giveaway/

http://community.pet360.com/t5/Sweepstakes-Contests-Giveaways/bd-p/…

http://community.blogpaws.com/group/giveaways/forum

http://community.blogpaws.com/group/content-shares/forum

There are tons of other ones out there too.

If you are working with a brand, absolutely encourage them to share. You can even provide them with an image to share.

I would refrain from just posting on other blog’s Facebook pages. Many people including myself really don’t like that. I actually delete posts like that from my Facebook page. If anything message them asking if they would consider sharing your giveaway and explain why you think their reader’s would be a good fit.

[Sarah (Sadie)]

Thank you so much Jessica!  This is EXACTLY the kind of information I was looking for.

I agree about touting oneself on others walls without even asking.  I want this to be a fun, positive experience for those that wish to participate.  The forums you’ve provided will certainly keep me busy.

 

Now if only the sun would cooperate!  You’ll understand what I mean soon enough………..

[Geoffrey]

If you do post to facebook, you may not require them to like or share to enter your contest.

quoting from their page guidelines,

D.    Offers

If you create an offer using Facebook’s offer creation tool, the following policies apply:

i.    Facebook offers must be available for a limited time.

ii.    You may only run an offer if you are the merchant for or the manufacturer of the product or service you are promoting.

iii.    You must clearly and prominently disclose any restrictions on your offer (such as expiration date or limitations on redemption).

iv.    You are solely responsible for improper redemption, fraud, disputes or other issues that arise from the distribution and/or redemption of your offer.

v.    If your offer may be redeemed at a merchant not operated by you, it is your sole responsibility to communicate with the merchant and ensure they honor your offer.

vi.    You must only use the offer creation tool for its intended functionality and not to promote your website or other contact information, or to offer the equivalent of a gift card, gift certificate or stored value card.

vii.    You are responsible for ensuring that your offer complies with these terms and all applicable laws, rules and regulations. Offers are subject to many regulations (such as alcohol discounts and offers marketed to minors) and if you are not certain that your offer complies with applicable law, consult with an expert.

E.    Promotions

1. If you use Facebook to communicate or administer a promotion (ex: a contest or sweepstakes), you are responsible for the lawful operation of that promotion, including:

a.   The official rules;

b.   Offer terms and eligibility requirements (ex: age and residency restrictions); and

c.   Compliance with applicable rules and regulations governing the promotion and all prizes offered (ex: registration and obtaining necessary regulatory approvals)

2. Promotions on Facebook must include the following:

a.   A complete release of Facebook by each entrant or participant.

b.   Acknowledgement that the promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

3. Promotions may be administered on Pages or within apps on Facebook. Personal Timelines must not be used to administer promotions (ex: “share on your Timeline to enter” or “share on your friend’s Timeline to get additional entries” is not permitted).

4. We will not assist you in the administration of your promotion, and you agree that if you use our service to administer your promotion, you do so at your own risk.

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