FAQs for Hackers

🛠️ Why are my team members unable to initiate submissions on Devfolio?

If you are participating as a team, submissions can only be made by the team admin.

🔁 Can I update a project after I have submitted it for judging?

Yes! You can update your project at devfolio.co/projects. Any updates made will show up in the project history. Learn more about it here 👇🏻

🤝 My friend cannot join my team. What could be the possible reason?

General

• 👉🏻 The Team code entered is invalid
  Double-check the code and re-enter.

• 👉🏻 Your friend is already in a team
  They’ll need to leave their current team to join yours.

Before Submitting the Team for Review

• 👉🏻 Your friend applied individually
  They can withdraw their individual application and join the team.

After Submitting the Team for Review

• 👉🏻 Your friend applied individually
  You can only edit teammates after your application has been accepted.
  ✅ Only accepted hackers can join your accepted team.

👤 Can I apply individually in a strictly Team Hackathon?

Yes, you can apply and even get accepted individually.
However, to submit a project, joining or creating a team is mandatory.

🚫 Why am I not able to submit my profile for review?

Make sure your application is 100% complete.
Just finish all required questions and you’ll be ready to go!

🔍 Where can I see submissions made by other hackers?

The submissions are always visible on the Submissions tab under any particular hackathon. Click on the specific submission card to explore the project! Read more about it here 👇🏻

🏆 Where can I see the winners?

After the hackathon ends, the organizing team can highlight the winners under the Submissions tab. The winners of hackathon or any other category will get a special badge on their project card!

💬 How can I submit feedback to organizers?

When the hackathon ends, check your dashboard and there you will find a custom card to share your feedback anonymously!

🗑️ Can I delete a project uploaded on Devfolio?

• You cannot delete a project submitted to a hackathon.
• For side-projects on devfolio.co/projects, email help@devfolio.co with your reason.

🔄 What if someone withdraws by mistake and wants to rejoin the hackathon?

Drop us a mail at hello@devfolio.co — we’ll help you out!

👥 Can we update a team after submitting it for review?

Yes, you are allowed to update the team before making the submission to the hackathon. Once you make the submission, you won't be able to make any further changes.

⏳ What is the deadline for joining/creating a team at a hackathon?

You can join/create a team before the submission deadline. Upon making the submission, your team will be finalized and you won't be able to make any changes to it.

🧨 How do I delete my Devfolio Account?

You can delete your account from the Settings Tab while logged in to your Devfolio account. Refer to the Settings Tab for more details 👇🏻

📧 How do I stop receiving email announcements from a particular hackathon?

1. Visit https://devfolio.co/hackathons/applied
2. Click on the hackathon to open the dashboard
3. In the Announcements section, turn off Email Notifications