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# Joining a Hackathon

## How do I join a Hackathon?

<figure><img src="/files/8yGxf0DX6817D7gQdTlQ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Explore Hackathon Tab</p></figcaption></figure>

1. To join a hackathon, log in to your account, and then once you're on the participant home page, be sure you're in the "Explore Hackathon" tab.
2. You can now see the list of active Hackathons hosted on call2innovate, browse through the list and once you find the hackathon you're interested in, click on it.
3. You will be directed to the landing page of the hackathon, browse, and read the details thoroughly to avoid joining by mistake.
4. Once you've decided to join the hackathon, click on the <mark style="color:orange;">Join Hackathon</mark> button on the right side of the page.<br>

   <figure><img src="/files/WGmqs12pRhrqaNbOydk7" alt=""><figcaption><p>Join Hackathon Button (Details may vary)</p></figcaption></figure>
5. You will be directed to the hackathon's registration form, and fill out and answer the questions provided by the organizers.&#x20;
6. Once you're done, click <mark style="color:orange;">Register</mark> to finish the registration.
7. A pop-up message will show up to confirm your registration. Congratulations! You have now joined the hackathon.

<figure><img src="/files/k6Wy0fhnzbwSkGqKZLWg" alt=""><figcaption><p>Visual Guide Process for joining a hackathon as a participant</p></figcaption></figure>


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