Please use our self-test for reference. This is to give applicants a basic understanding
of whether or not their site is suitable to win our award.
Yes
No
Are you the webmaster of the site you are submitting?
Are you over the age of 14 (To comply with COPPA)?
Are copyrights properly noted for all original and unoriginal work?
Are privacy policies and other legal statements properly noted?
Is the site content child-safe and family friendly?
Is the site free from unnecessary downloads, registrations, or requests?
Is the site complete and free from under construction signs?
Is there a place to display the awards if you win?
Does the site contain at least 5 pages of original content?
Is the site written in English and contains proper spelling and grammar?
Is the site personal, informational, or non-profit?
Does the site have a consistent theme and a clear purpose?
Is the site free from automatic pop-ups and excessive advertisements?
If the site includes background music, is there a way to turn it off?
Does the site have a consistent design and layout?
Are the design and graphics original and created by you?
Does the site have a pleasant colour scheme and easy-to-read text?
Are the design and content graphics free from artifaction and grit?
Is the coding free from error alerts or malfunctioning scripts?
Is the design compatible with the latest versions of IE and NS?
Is the site free from horizontal scrolling at 800X600 or 1024X768?
Are all main areas of the site immediately accessible?
Is the site navigation simple to use and logically organized?
If the site requires use of the back button, is it minimal?
Are internal and external links functional and properly directed?
If the site uses self-induced pop-ups, are they necessary or beneficial?
Does the site provide users with a unique experience?
Is the content unique and presented in a creative way?
Are the site design and graphics of an exceptional quality?
If you cannot answer 'Yes' to all of the questions above, please re-evaluate your
site and make necessary modifications before applying. All questions asked in
the self-test area are addressed in our criteria.
