Run contests people trust.
Crowned helps local publications create, manage, and monetize readers' choice contests. It's a better way to celebrate the best of your town.
Crowned has simplified what was once our most logistically complex event of the year. Their platform is remarkably user-friendly, and their team's support has made our launch feel seamless.
Anna Harrison, Publisher, C-VILLE Weekly
Why we built this
Most "best of" contests feel like they exist to sell ads. Voters click through cluttered pages, wonder if the results are real, and never come back. We know you need a revenue stream, but we also know you genuinely care about your community.
We wanted to do better. Crowned is a contest platform that puts voters first: pages are fast and easy to use, voting is locked down and auditable, and sponsorships are tasteful and helpful.
When people trust the contest, they actually care who wins. That's better for everyone.
Features
- Multi-stage voting — separate nomination and voting phases for maximum transparency.
- Business directory — a voter-driven database tracks contest history, helping your sales staff identify potential advertisers.
- Google Places integration — accurate business information and easy discovery.
- Self-serve sponsorships — local businesses purchase and manage their own ad placements without overtaxing your sales staff.
- Fraud prevention — built-in rate limiting, authentication, and activity logging.
- Analytics — detailed insights about contest performance and voter engagement.
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