How to Appeal
Article Summary
This guide explains the process for appealing CodeHawks judging decisions through the platform's submission portal.
Key Steps
Initiating an Appeal: Users must navigate to their judged submission marked with a red notification dot on the CodeHawks portal to begin the appeals process.
Reviewing Feedback: Before appealing, contestants should carefully read all community judge and lead judge comments provided in the comment section.
Submitting Your Appeal: When disagreeing with a decision, users can add a new detailed comment explaining "in greater detail" why they believe an issue is valid or invalid. When challenging other entries, provide concise reasoning for identified discrepancies.
Important Guidelines
Quality Standards: The platform emphasizes that "low-effort appeals risk being disregarded." Appeals must be well-reasoned with substantial evidence. Hasty or unclear appeals will be closed promptly.
Appeal Frequency: While valid concerns are welcome, excessive appeals with minimal merit can result in even legitimate future concerns being dismissed. Participants are encouraged to be thoughtful and selective.
Process Oversight
Lead judges assess all appeals during the designated appeals phase. For additional concerns, participants may use the official Feedback Form.