Sweepstakes can be a great way to spend your free time, given that you’re doing something that can actually help you win big! What’s more, it’s also quite fun. But, to increase your chances of winning the sweeps prize and having a great experience, there are certain things that you should not do. Here are some sweepstakes etiquette tips you’ve got to know.
1. Don’t message the sponsors during the sweepstakes: If you win, you should certainly thank the sponsors, but don’t keep messaging them while the sweepstake is still running. Remember that the sponsor receives thousands of entries, so persistent messages from you will only annoy them.
2. Don’t tag more friends than required: Many times, social media sweepstakes will ask you to tag your friends. You must do this for your entry to be counted. But such sweepstakes will also mention the number of friends you need to tag. Pay attention to that number, and don’t exceed it. If the sweepstakes giveaway asks you to tag 2 friends, don’t tag 10 of them assuming you’ll have a better chance of winning.
3. Don’t be rude to the sponsor if you notice a glitch: If you happen to notice a glitch or some form of an error, make sure to not be rude to the sponsor. Just message them politely to bring it to their attention. If it isn’t resolved, move on to the next sweepstakes or contest.
4. Don’t complain about how long it takes for your prize to get to you: Sponsors don’t like winners who act greedy. Remember that it may take a few weeks for you to receive your prize - there are, after all, a number of formalities that need to be completed before the prize can be shipped off to you. So, in the meanwhile, don’t go on social media and complain about the prize not having reached you.
5. Don’t comment “I never win” on sweepstakes posts: Sweeps winners are not all lucky, but they are persistent. Commenting things like “I never win” or “I am unlucky” will not make the sponsor pick you.
