Move your website to the front of the judging queue.
Rushed Judging mobilizes our awards panel to evaluate your entry within 48 hours. You'll receive the same expert scoring—delivered on your timeline.
- 48-hour turnaround on your submission
- Comprehensive scoring from the Web Design Awards judging panel
- Direct updates from our team as progress happens
Fast-track checkout
Request Rushed Judging
Secure a 48-hour review window with a one-time payment. You'll share the website URL during checkout.
- Priority placement in the judging queue
- Same expert scoring and commentary
- Email confirmation the moment review begins
Powered by Stripe. The rushed judging fee is a one-time payment dedicated to expediting your review.
Why teams choose rushed judging
When launch dates, stakeholder reviews, or pitch meetings are on the horizon, fast insights from industry judges help you make confident decisions.
- Priority queue placement
- Your entry jumps ahead of the standard review pipeline so judges see it right away.
- Complete awards scoring
- Receive the same scoring rubric and commentary used for Web Design Awards nominations—delivered faster.
- Personal status updates
- Our team keeps you informed so you know when judging begins and when to expect results.
How rushed judging works
The process is simple and tailored for teams on a deadline. Here's what happens once you request rushed judging.
- 1
Start checkout and share your website
Secure your spot with a one-time payment and include the URL you want our judges to review.
- 2
We coordinate the judging panel
Our operations team notifies the appropriate experts and moves your submission to the front of the queue.
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Receive results within 48 hours
We send your scoring summary and any notes from the panel as soon as the review is complete.
Frequently asked questions
- What qualifies for rushed judging?
- Any website or nomination that meets our standard eligibility guidelines can be expedited. Rushed judging simply accelerates when the panel reviews your work.
- Does rushed judging change how my entry is scored?
- No. Your website is evaluated by the same judges and rubric used for every Web Design Awards entry—the turnaround time is the only thing that changes.
- How will I know my review has started?
- You will receive a confirmation email once payment clears, and our team will reach out if we need anything else to begin your review.
- Can I rush multiple submissions?
- Yes. Complete checkout for each website you need expedited so we can prioritize them individually for the judging panel.
Still have questions? Email hello@webdesignawards.io and our team will help you plan your submission timeline.