Introducing the All-New Judgify Entrant Panel: A Modern Step Forward

By: Prasad
Date: Sep 30, 2025
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Category: Abstract Management, Announcement, Awards Management, Awards Marketing

At Judgify, our mission has always been simple to make award management effortless, intuitive, and secure for every stakeholder involved. Whether you are an event organiser, a judge, or an entrant, we believe that the tools you use should empower you rather than slow you down.

With this belief at the core, we are excited to announce the official launch of the new Judgify Entrant Panel, unveiled on September 23, 2025. This major update represents one of the most significant improvements to the Judgify experience in recent years, delivering a cleaner user interface, streamlined user journeys, and stronger security measures. From now on, all events created after this launch date will benefit from the upgraded entrant panel—bringing a faster, safer, and more enjoyable entry experience for participants worldwide.

Why a New Entrant Panel?

The awards landscape has evolved rapidly. Entrants expect not only ease of use but also an experience that matches the polish and professionalism of the awards they are applying to. Organisers, on the other hand, need reassurance that entrants can complete submissions smoothly and securely across any device.

Our team listened carefully to feedback from thousands of users. We studied where entrants spent the most time, where they encountered friction, and how they interacted with the platform on mobile. The result is a complete redesign of the Entrant Panel—modern, mobile-first, and packed with usability improvements.

A Fresh UI/UX: Designed with People in Mind

The first thing you’ll notice in the new panel is the revitalised design. We’ve moved away from clutter and complexity, instead presenting entrants with a clearer layout and guided flow. Every element has been rethought to minimise confusion and maximise clarity.

Simplified Dashboard: The entrant’s homepage now acts as a personal hub, showing all submissions at a glance with clear status indicators such as “Draft,” “Submitted,” or “Paid.” Quick-action buttons allow editing, duplicating, or deleting an entry without digging into menus.
Guided Steps: Instead of leaving entrants wondering what to do next, the panel now highlights the most important action, whether it’s completing a form, uploading a file, or proceeding to payment.
Consistent Navigation: We introduced persistent navigation elements so entrants always know where they are in the process.

This improved UI/UX isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about reducing cognitive load so that participants can focus on showcasing their work, not figuring out how to use the platform.

Mobile Responsiveness: Anytime, Anywhere Access

Today, more than half of entrants access Judgify on mobile devices. That’s why the new entrant panel was designed mobile-first.

Responsive Layouts: Pages adjust seamlessly to any screen size, from large desktop monitors to smaller smartphones.
Touch-Friendly Controls: Buttons, dropdowns, and file uploads are optimised for finger taps, ensuring smooth navigation without pinching and zooming.
Context-Aware Inputs: Wherever possible, fields bring up the right keyboard for the task (for example, a numeric keypad for number fields).

This level of mobile responsiveness means entrants can now register, create entries, and complete payments with ease while on the go—no compromises, no frustration.

Enhanced Security: Keeping Entrants Protected

Awards often involve sensitive personal data, creative works, or proprietary business information. Protecting that data is a responsibility we take very seriously.

The new entrant panel comes with upgraded security measures across the board:

Stronger Session Management: Secure session handling reduces the risk of hijacking and ensures accounts remain protected.
End-to-End Encryption: All interactions are secured with modern TLS standards.
Hardened Infrastructure: Behind the scenes, our team has strengthened defenses to safeguard against emerging threats.

For entrants, these improvements mean one thing—peace of mind. They can confidently upload their files and complete their payments knowing their data is safe.

Transition Timeline: What You Need to Know

From September 23, 2025, the new entrant panel is the standard for all newly created events.

Events created before September 23, 2025 will continue running on the legacy panel to avoid disruption.
Events created after this date will automatically use the new entrant panel, with no extra steps required by organizers or entrants.

This phased approach ensures a smooth transition for everyone while giving organizers time to adjust their event communications.

How to Experience the New Panel

Ready to explore the new entrant experience? Simply log in to Judgify at https://www.judgify.me/login. If you are participating in an event created after the launch date, you’ll automatically see the upgraded entrant panel.

For entrants, the difference will be clear the moment they arrive—a faster, cleaner, and more intuitive way to participate in awards programs.

What This Means for Event Organizers

Event organizers also stand to benefit significantly. With entrants encountering fewer barriers, you can expect:

Higher completion rates for entries, thanks to simplified forms and clearer guidance.
Reduced support requests, as the UI minimizes confusion and errors.
Stronger trust from entrants, knowing their submissions are handled in a secure environment.

The new entrant panel is not just a cosmetic change—it’s a foundation for smoother operations and happier participants.

Looking Ahead

While this launch is a major milestone, it’s not the final destination. Our product team is committed to ongoing innovation, with upcoming features aimed at further simplifying workflows and empowering both organizers and entrants. By listening to our community and adapting quickly, Judgify continues to lead the way in award management solutions.