Can I manually approve uploads before they are visible?

Yes, you can! With PollUnit, you can manually approve uploads before they become visible.

To do this, enable the option »Approval required« in the »Advanced« step of your video contest setup. When this option is active, all uploaded videos will first appear in a moderation queue. They’ll only become visible to others and available for voting or viewing once you approve them.

This feature is useful if you want to ensure that all submissions meet your quality standards or follow your contest rules before being published.

As a video contest software, PollUnit also gives you the option to interact directly with participants. For example, you can provide feedback on their submitted videos or ask them to make adjustments before granting approval. This way, you maintain full control over the quality and flow of your contest while fostering fair and transparent communication with your participants.