Contest / Giveaway Release Form

Contest/Giveaway Name: [Name] · Sponsor: [Company Name] · Participant: [Name] · Date: [Date]

1. Eligibility

Participant confirms they meet the eligibility requirements for this contest as stated in the official rules, including [age, residency, any other requirements].

2. Release of Liability

Participant releases Sponsor from any liability related to participation in the contest and, if applicable, receipt or use of any prize awarded, except for Sponsor's gross negligence.

3. Publicity Release

If selected as a winner, Participant grants Sponsor the right to use their name, likeness, photo, and/or submitted content for promotional purposes related to the contest, without additional compensation, unless prohibited by law in Participant's jurisdiction (e.g. where publicity releases require separate consideration).

4. Prize Acceptance (if applicable)

Participant understands prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash, unless stated otherwise in the official rules, and that Participant is responsible for any taxes owed on the prize's value.

5. Compliance with Official Rules

This release is subject to the contest's official rules, available at [Location/URL], which govern in the event of any conflict with this form.

Participant signature: ______________________ Date: ____________ Parent/guardian signature (if participant is a minor): ______________________ Date: ____________

*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. A contest/sweepstakes run on social media or nationally is subject to specific state and federal rules (no-purchase-necessary requirements, prize value tax reporting over $600 in the US) that go well beyond this release form alone.*